LIC# CGC008986John Marzulli Says: A REALTOR CONTACTED ME THE OTHER DAY ASKING FOR MY HELP; THIS IS HOW THE STORY UNFOLDS: She has a house under contract to sell. The house has a family room addition which was converted from a porch. The appraiser is not recognizing the family room as living space because there was [...]
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SummerSafety = Water. Rest. Shade Summer is still hanging around and unusually high temperatures to continue over the next few weeks. Employers should remember these three simple words: Water, Rest, and Shade. Taking these precautions can mean the difference between life and death. Play it safe with the right safety training and help employees prepare [...]
How much do you expect to spend on your addition? Since every house, every site, and every family’s wish list are different, the only way to get a realistic estimate for your particular project is to talk to local contractors. But as a general guideline, expect to spend anywhere from $100 to $200 (and up) [...]
The first signs of water damage might seem trivial. Warnings like water stains on the ceilings or a leak under the kitchen sink can lead to real problems. Maintenance is key: Check and replace washing machine hoses. Water heaters last 8-15 years-check for rust on tank, water spots around the base, drain pans full of [...]
LED (light emitting diode) LIGHTING FACTS The promise of LEDs is that if you change your light bulbs today when your child is starting kindergarten, they won’t need to be changed again until he or she is a couple years out of grad school. What’s the payback for the average homeowner? If you’re replacing incandescent or [...]
NARI Tampa Bay is concerned with the illegal construction and remodeling activity occurring in the Tampa Bay region. The group has taken an active role in working with law enforcement and building departments to help find ways to enforce existing laws and regulations and stay within existing budgets of the various agencies. Several counties in [...]
Air Conditioner's Condensate Line Clean Out - DIY or Call in the Experts.... Your air conditioner does two jobs: It cools down the air and it dehumidifies the air. Living in a humid climate like we do in Florida, you really want it to do the second (dehumidifying the air) as well as it can [...]
10 Things To Do Before You Go On Summer Vacation….. Sunscreen? Check. Toothbrush? Check. Paperback novel? Check. You follow a list when you’re packing your suitcase, so why not do the same when you’re leaving your house for an extended period of time. Ensure peace of mind while you’re on summer vacation by remembering to [...]
Simple Desire for New Amenities Remains Top Reason to Remodel According to remodelers in NAHB’s Remodeling Market Index (RMI), a simple “desire for better/newer amenities” ranked as the number one reason customers remodeled their homes in 2014, just as it did in 2013. On a scale of 1 to 5 (where 1 indicates never or [...]
