Winter is coming’ they say, not just in Game of Thrones, but also in Calgary, and this year it seems it is coming a little early. It is important that homeowners take steps to add comfort and prevent or minimize damage to your home during winter. Below are several steps that you should take to… Read more »
Four Things that Affect the Cost of Your Home Insurance
Owning a home is a major investment and major investments should be protected. Luckily, home insurance protects our home, and our belongings inside of it, against unforeseen damage and emergencies but comes at a cost. A variety of circumstances can result in the price of your home insurance increasing and Accurate Home Inspections has highlighted… Read more »
Vital Steps Homeowners Should Take After Closing
When you’re looking to purchase a new home, several professionals are actively involved in helping make the process as easy as possible. From a real estate agent to a reliable home inspector to a mortgage broker, there are several professionals that guide you through the process of purchasing a home and making sure you take… Read more »
Understanding Garage Door Safety
Understanding proper garage door safety is essential for any homeowner that has one. Terra Snyder of Accurate Home Inspections was again featured on “Home and Lifestyles,” this time to talk about garage door safety, a relevant topic for home owners that is rarely discussed. By understanding how your garage door works, you can prevent potential… Read more »
5 Inexpensive Ways to be Energy Efficient in Your Home
There are many things around the home that drain energy without us even noticing. That is, until we get the power bill at the end of the month. Luckily, there are a few simple ways to cut those costs and make your home more energy efficient. Save energy when doing laundry The majority of energy… Read more »
Advantages of Switching to an On-Demand Water Heater
Calgary homeowners have two options when it comes to heating their water; they can choose either a traditional tank water heater or the tankless version, otherwise known as an on-demand water heater. Over the years, on-demand water heaters have become increasingly popular, and at Accurate Home Inspections, we can understand why. In fact, our very… Read more »
Innovative Solar Products to Consider for Your Home
Converting your home to solar power is an easy and responsible way to reduce your carbon footprint and, more importantly, slash your energy costs. There are even programs in place where Alberta homeowners can actually make money back by converting to solar! Solar conversion has come a long way, and there are several innovative options… Read more »
The Seller’s Advantage: Why a Home Inspection Matters
As a seller, you’ve responsibly prepared your home as much as you could in hopes of achieving the ultimate reward: an ideal return investment. Even with all of your efforts, there is still bound to be issues, as no home is in perfect tip-top condition. This is one of the reasons why a buyer is… Read more »
Benefits of Using Drone Technology in Your Roof Inspection
Roof inspections are all-consuming tasks that require a lot of care and attention to detail. With drone technology, inspection companies are able to quickly gather reliable data to ensure your roof is properly secured. Here are a few benefits of choosing to hire an inspection company that utilizes this far-reaching technology. Better Accuracy Drones work… Read more »
Three Surefire Signs Your Floors Need Replacing
Your floors might not be the first thing people notice when they walk into your home, but they are more than likely the first thing you notice. Your floors take a brutal daily beating from rambunctious children, energetic pets, spills, dirt, and more. If you’re feeling like it’s time for a home floor replacement, it… Read more »
