Cooling in Vermont: Why Many Older Homes Don't Have AC and What Your Options Are
Many older Vermont homes were built without air conditioning. Here's why, how warmer summers have changed the equation, and what your best cooling options are today.
The Bones vs. The Details: What Is Cosmetic and What Actually Matters in Vermont Homes
Not everything on your property walk is cause for alarm. Some is surface. Some is telling you something deeper. Here's how Vermont homeowners can tell the difference.
Heating System Inspections: What Every Vermont Homeowner Should Know
Vermont winters are unforgiving. Learn what annual heating system inspections cover — boilers, furnaces, heat pumps — why they matter for safety and efficiency, and what home buyers should ask before closing.
Walk the Property: What to Look for After a Vermont Winter
After a Vermont winter, walk your property before problems grow. This guide covers what to look for at ground level and up top — drainage, frost heave, fascia, and more.
Why Home Inspections Matter Even When You're Not Selling
Home inspections aren't just for buyers and sellers. Vermont homeowners benefit from routine checks on furnaces, septic systems, and chimneys to stay ahead of costly repairs year-round.
Sump Pumps in Vermont: What to Expect and What to Know
Sump pumps are common in Vermont homes — not a red flag, just smart water management. Here's what to know when buying or owning a home with one.
After the Inspection: Why a Credit Often Makes More Sense Than Repairs
After a home inspection, asking for a closing credit instead of repairs gives buyers control over who does the work, how it's done, and when — often leading to better long-term results.
Private Wells in Vermont: What Buyers and Homeowners Need to Know
What Vermont home buyers need to know about private wells, shared wells, water testing, and treatment systems before closing on a rural property.
How to Read a Home Inspection Report (Without Panicking)
Your 72-page inspection report just arrived. Here's how to read it without panicking, what findings actually matter, and how to use it long after closing day.
What Vermont Sellers Can Do Before the Inspection (That Makes Everything Easier)
Smart Vermont sellers are prepping before the inspection, fixing what they can, disclosing the rest, and removing variables that could derail a deal.
Is Your Basement Moisture Normal or a Red Flag
Some basement moisture is normal in Vermont. Knowing the difference between seasonal dampness and a real warning sign is what matters. Here's what to watch for.
Foundation Types in Vermont: What You're Actually Standing On
Fieldstone, concrete block, or poured concrete. Vermont homes sit on very different foundations. Learn what each type means for buyers, maintenance, and moisture.