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Types of Home Inspections
In our last blog post we talked about what to expect from a home inspection. Today on the blog, Commonwealth…
Read MorePre-Contract Home Inspection, Crafting a Competitive Offer in a Seller’s Market
Home Buyer Tips in a Seller’s Market A home buyer does not want to get caught off guard in a…
Read MoreWhat to Expect from a Home Inspection?
Buying a home is not something that most people do regularly. Because of that, most people do not know what…
Read MoreNumber One Cause of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers…Radon
Radon In 2005 the U.S. Surgeon General issued a national health advisory to highlight the seriousness radon. Radon is the…
Read MoreDon’t Ignore That Noise in Your Vents
All homes make noises – creeks, hums, and pops. Add the white noise of everyday households – the clang of…
Read MoreProtecting Your Home’s First Line of Defense
This week Commonwealth Home Services was featured on Allied Title and Escrow’s blog post, How to Prepare for Selling a…
Read MoreCarbon Monoxide: The Invisible Killer
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) calls carbon monoxide (CO) the invisible killer. Death from CO peaks during the winter…
Read MoreThe Best Cost Effective Options for Staying Warm this Winter
Wow has the DC Metro area been having a cold spell this week! We went from 60 degrees a week…
Read MoreIs your Chimney Ready for Santa Claus?
The stockings are hung and the Christmas tree is lit. All that is left is setting out some cookies and…
Read MoreBe Prepared! Do you live in a flood plain?
Living in the DC Metro area means many of us live in a flood plain. Do you know how to…
Read MoreWhat is a Good Thermostat Setting for Winter?
The debate heard round the world, including in my home, what is a good thermostat setting for winter? The answer…
Read MoreHow to Protect your Garden from Frost
Anyone that gardens knows it’s a lot of work. You have invested a lot of time and money in that…
Read MoreFire Safety Tips for your Home at Christmas
‘Tis the season! With Christmas right around the corner, it’s important to remember these fire safety tips for your home.…
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