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Common Themes Inspectors Flag in Vermont Homes
Vermont homes are built to endure, but the climate leaves clues. Here are the inspection themes that show up most often in Vermont homes, and what they mean for buyers and owners.
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Moisture in the Basement: What Vermont Homes Are Trying to Tell You
Vermont basements have a way of telling the truth about a house. Here is how to read the signs, from musty smells and white powder on walls to spring snowmelt, and know when to pay closer attention.
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Vermont Winters Have a Way of Revealing the Truth About Our Homes
Vermont winters have no patience for things that aren't working, and your home will tell you. Here's what to look for at your windows before small issues become costly repairs.
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Secret Life of Your Home: The Bat Post I Never Expected to Write
We thought we were managing the bats. We weren't. What started as an occasional flicker at dusk turned into years of hidden accumulation inside our walls. This is the post that launched the Secret Life of Your Home series — and the lesson that made me a better advocate for every client I work with.
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Your Home's Sewer Line: Who Owns It and Why It Matters
Connected to municipal sewer? You still own the pipe running from your house to the main line, and replacing it can cost $15,000. Here's what Vermont buyers and homeowners need to know.
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Septic Inspections: Pumping vs. Scoping — What Vermont Buyers and Homeowners Need to Know
Pumping and scoping are two very different septic services. Here's what each one does, why buyers should always request a scope, and what warning signs homeowners should never ignore.
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Radon Mitigation in Vermont: What to Expect and How to Fix It
If your radon test came back elevated, the good news is it's fixable. Here's what the mitigation process looks like, what it costs, and how to find a qualified contractor in Vermont.
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Boiler vs. Furnace: Understanding Your Home's Heating System
Most Vermont homeowners have only a vague idea how their septic system works. This plain language guide breaks down the four main components, what can go wrong, and why understanding your system is one of the most practical things you can do as a homeowner.
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How a Septic System Works: A Plain Language Guide for Vermont Homeowners
Most Vermont homeowners have only a vague idea how their septic system works and most buyers never think to ask. This plain-language guide walks you through every component, what can go wrong, and why it matters before you buy or maintain a home.
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The secret life of you home
Most home problems start quietly and out of sight. This is the first post in the Secret Life of Your Home series, a year-long journey through every part of your home one topic per month. January starts beneath the surface with the hidden systems most homeowners rarely think about.