If not already there, install tight-fitting wire screens for all attic, roof and crawl space vents, in order to prevent entry of birds, bats, squirrels, rodents, and other wildlife. LEARN MORE:... theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/idea/PC…

Leave space for cold air to circulate around your food in your refrigerator (at least an inch on all sides); and be sure not to block any air vents. LEARN MORE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/tip/tip… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/tip/tip…

If not already connected, consider having your smoke alarms and CO monitors tied into your home security system. LEARN MORE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/idea/SS… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/idea/SS…

Keeping your home and family safe from fires involves focusing on three areas: prevention, detection and taking emergency action. READ ARTICLE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article…

Don't wait for the first hot day to find out that your AC is not working, when you may have to wait days for a service person. READ ARTICLE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article…

This article gives you tips for organizing your garage to make the best use of available space, and it also gives tips for helping you to keep your garage safe. READ ARTICLE:... theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article…

A quick trip up to your attic can find ways to save energy, and catch problems before they turn into expensive repairs. READ ARTICLE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article…

Everyone in your home, including responsible children, should be taught how to properly use a fire extinguisher. LEARN MORE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/tip/tip… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/tip/tip…

This article explains why it makes sense (and dollars) to replace your sump pump every 5-6 years. READ ARTICLE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article…

This article explains the benefits of filtering your home's water, and the pro's and con's of 6 home filtering options. READ ARTICLE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article…

This article and video provides gas grill safety tips that will help keep your grill, your food, your family, and your home all safe. READ ARTICLE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article…

Adding shelving, shoe organizers, and other organizational aids can be a great way of increasing the usability of the closet spaces in your home. LEARN MORE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/idea/CL… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/idea/CL…

If screws have come loose from hinge hardware, you can tighten the screw holes by filling the holes with wooden toothpicks and wood glue. LEARN MORE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/tip/tip… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/tip/tip…

If you have hardwood flooring in your kitchen, placing breathable area rugs in front of your sink, dishwasher, and all workstations will help protect your hardwoods. LEARN MORE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/idea/WF… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/idea/WF…

Check the cabinets under your garbage disposal frequently for leaks. Your disposal has flanges, gaskets and pipe connections which can be sources of leaks that can lead to mold and pest infestations. LEARN... theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/tip/tip…

Brick siding requires significantly less maintenance than wood siding. However this does NOT mean NO maintenance. READ ARTICLE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article…

For effective carpet cleaning, adjust the height of your vacuum to touch the pile just enough to slightly vibrate the carpet several inches on the floor away from the machine, without slowing the motor... theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/tip/tip…

Here are some tips that will help you make your window washing go faster and much better, and will give you truly professional results. READ ARTICLE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/article…

Don't flush solid, non-biodegradable items into your toilets or drains: disposable diapers, sanitary napkins, cigarette butts, plastics, coffee grounds, cat box litter, dental floss, etc. LEARN MORE:... theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/tip/tip…

In-ground drains can be installed to assist in drainage of low areas around your foundation. LEARN MORE: theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/idea/gr… theinspectorsca.home-wizard.com/social/idea/gr…