Pest damage

A few weeks ago, we talked about how to keep your attic in top shape. This week, we’re going from the top of the house to the bottom–the basement. Maybe you use your basement a little more frequently than your attic–or maybe not–but here are some basement maintenance tips and things to watch for to keep your basement in top shape and prevent problems before they arise. -Visit the basement: Just like with your attic, take some time regularly to walk around and do a visual ins

Is your attic out of sight, out of mind? Maybe it’s just a storage space you visit once a year when you bring the Christmas decorations down. But if something goes wrong with your attic, it could lead to bigger problems in the rest of your house, including energy inefficiency, rodents, and mold–to name a few. So, how do you keep your attic in top shape? Read on for our top tips for a well-maintained attic! -Inspect your attic regularly: First off, take a look around your atti

Sure, squirrels and chipmunks are cute, but it's not so cute when you're yanking tree sprouts out of your yard or finding clumps of dirt from dug up plants. And you definitely don't want bats in the attic, raccoons going through your garbage, or mice in the basement. So what can you do? This week, we're bringing our top tips to get rid of pests, as well as tips for prevention and problem solving if they're already in your yard (or house). - Squirrels:  Unless your house is si