Keith Shank of Certified Home Inspection Service talks about the faults of LP siding, yet also talks about the new and improved LP. To search for homes for sale in Anacortes, La Conner, or Oak Harbor, Please call us @ (360)-293-4511. We would love to help you with your real estate needs whether you are [...]
Tim Hance of All Islands Inspections tells us about cracks that occur in concrete and what is serious and what’s not. To search for homes for sale in Anacortes, La Conner, or Oak Harbor, please call us @ (360)-293-4511. We would love to help you with your real estate needs whether you are looking to [...]
Rick Bunzel of PacCrest Inspections gives us valuable information about choosing a home inspector. For more information on choosing a home inspector, visit PacCrest Inspections @ http://www.paccrestinspections.com/choose.htm To search for homes for sale in Anacortes, La Conner, or Oak Harbor, please call us @ (360)-293-4511. We would love to help you with your real estate [...]
A new federal law goes into effect on April 22, 2010 which will require certification for contractors hired to perform renovation, repair and painting projects which disturb lead based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978. Contractors must also follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination, and continue to provide a Renovate [...]
Salal Chapter Spring Native Plant Sale Saturday, April 24, 2010 10 a.m.-Noon Beautify your Skagit home with some local plants from the upcoming spring sale. Expect to find a good selection of native trees, shrubs, bulbs, perennials, ground covers and ferns. Native Plant Garden area of the Skagit Display Gardens Located at WSU-NWREC (16650 State [...]
Check with your accountant, but don’t forget the potential deductions home ownership provides, such as: 1) Real estate taxes 2) Interest & certain premiums 3) Pre-payment penalty for early mortgage pay-off 4) Home improvements 5) Interest on money borrowed for home improvements 6) Loan origination fees or “points” 7) Various energy-efficiency improvements For the types [...]
Now that spring is here many homeowners begin remodeling projects. Everyone knows that is is a good idea to hire a professional remodeler, but it is also wise to consult with a REALTOR before you you start your plan. Why? It is always wise to remodel with an eye toward resale. Also make sure you stay in budget and [...]
An Energy Conservation Workshop Saturday, Feb 27, 10:30 am Anacortes Public Library Meeting Room An Energy Conservation Workshop, sponsored by the Anacortes Historic Preservation Board, the Anacortes Museum, and the Anacortes Public Library, will help homeowners improve the efficiency of their old homes, while preserving key architectural features. Topics covered will include: Windows. If your [...]
Do your homework before having work done on your home. Use this checklist to help you select a builder or remodeler to work on or build your home. Does the builder or remodeler have a permanent business location and a good reputation with local banks and suppliers? How long have they been in the building [...]
The weather has turned stormy and we are spending more time in our homes. Skagit, Island, and San Juan Counties have had high winds driving homeowners to replace weather stripping, add insulation, and seal leaks around windows…all tasks which save energy bills and keep the heat in. A result of all of these energy saving [...]