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It's the perfect time of year to break out the BBQ. Whether you prefer electric, charcoal or propane, it's important to practice safety...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Jun 8, 2021
- 1 min
Don't Make These 8 House Buying Mistakes
A new survey looked at millennials who recently purchased homes in the hot real-estate market and what they regret about their purchase....
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Jun 2, 2021
- 2 min
5 Must-Do Maintenance Tasks For Your Home
Summer is unofficially here, and that means it's time to take care of those maintenance tasks you've been putting off. Here are 5...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- May 26, 2021
- 1 min
It's The Perfect Time To Furnish Your New Home
Memorial Day is a special time of year. It's a day to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. And, it's...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- May 18, 2021
- 2 min
These Are The Perfect Flowers For Your West Virginia Garden
You can make your house a home with personal touches, including planting your very own garden. As you think through what you might want...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- May 12, 2021
- 2 min
April Showers Bring May Clogged Gutters
Gutters are so important to home maintenance. Leaves and other debris can get caught up in the gutters, causing them to clog and not...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- May 5, 2021
- 1 min
Here Are 3 Mother's Day Gifts That Will Help Around The House
Happy Mother's Day from Kanawha Valley Engineering & Home Inspections. Did you know that the holiday was created right here in West...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Apr 27, 2021
- 1 min
This Is One Way To Sell Your Home Faster
When a potential buyer walks into a house, they want to envision themselves in the space - their belongings, their momentos and their...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Apr 20, 2021
- 1 min
Here Is How Long Your Appliances Will Last
NACHI, the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors, provides guidance on the predicted life expectancy of appliances, products,...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Apr 13, 2021
- 1 min
Here's Why Finding A Home Shouldn't Be The First Step In Buying A House
So, you want to buy a house? It may seem counter-intuitive to have a pre-step before the main step of working through the home-buying...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Apr 7, 2021
- 2 min
April Is National Home Inspection Month
April showers bring May flowers. Or, in this case, April brings the perfect time of year for a home inspection, according to the American...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Mar 30, 2021
- 2 min
Find Out What Type Of Home You Want
In a previous blog post, we've talked about various types of structures - whether that's a single-family home, condo or apartment. Now,...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Mar 22, 2021
- 1 min
Spring Is Here! This Checklist Will Make Sure Your Home Is Ready
It's that time of year when people clean their home in light of the new season. Homeowners may take it one step further by looking at...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Mar 16, 2021
- 2 min
This Is Your Go-To Guide For Types of Homes
When discussing the types of structures pertaining to houses, there are just a handful of types: apartments, condos, townhomes, tiny...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Mar 9, 2021
- 1 min
What If My Home Inspection Doesn't Go Well?
Home inspections are a critical part of the home buying process. Every house typically has some maintenance concerns, but what happens if...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Mar 2, 2021
- 2 min
Your FAQs about Home Inspections Answered
What is a home inspection? "A home inspection is an objective visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a house, from...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Feb 23, 2021
- 2 min
Are You Ready For a Fixer-Upper House?
There are many different types of houses on the market. Ones that are move-in ready are usually priced on the higher end, while those...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Feb 16, 2021
- 1 min
What Will Real Estate Look Like In 2021? 3 Home-Buying Trends You’ll See This Year
Experts over at Forbes are forecasting what they expect to see from the real estate market this year. With banks boasting low interest...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Feb 10, 2021
- 1 min
4 Signs You May Need a New Roof
Don't wait to think about your roof until it's too late. According to the National Roofing Contractors Association, homeowners should...
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Brett Hodgdon, PE
- Feb 2, 2021
- 1 min
Here's How to Get Moving Boxes for Free
Moving is stressful. It can be expensive, and there's one thing you should never pay for when moving: cardboard boxes. They are more...
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