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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.

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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.

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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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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.