Taylor Brantner

You’ve probably heard the saying, “When it rains, it pours,” but the saying could also be, “When it rains, it molds.” Here in Atlanta, our humid, subtropical climate makes buildings particularly susceptible to mold, which can cause illness for occupants and even structural damage to the building

If you’re anything like us, the end of 2019 has been full of good food, great friends, and the realization that the holidays left a huge mess behind. The holiday season allows us to focus on the people that matter, but that often means letting things like chores, home projects, and health

For many Atlanta families, decorating for the holidays is the highlight of the season. It brings forth the joy of celebrations past, present, and future. As homeowners unpack shiny baubles, heirloom ornaments, and kids’ homemade holiday decor, they think about last year’s gifts, lifelong family

Owning a historic home in Atlanta is a mixed bag of excitement and anxiety. On one hand, you have the superior craftsmanship, artful details, and uniqueness that only comes from purchasing a historic property. On the other hand, you have outdated building codes to deal with. If your home was built

Despite strict guidelines by the EPA, lead poisoning remains a prevalent problem in the US. Most private homes and commercial properties built before 1978—including public buildings like schools—contain lead-based paint and other building materials. Protecting your family, your employees, and the

Once the DIY bug bites, most homeowners are itching to dive headfirst into a renovation project. That means rolling up your sleeves, hitting the hardware store, and watching YouTube tutorials until you feel ready to conquer whichever section of your home needs a face lift. But if your home was built

Summer storms do a lot more damage than ruining weekend plans. We’ve seen overflowing gutters cause major mold issues inside stucco walls, minuscule pin holes lead to long term water damage, and countless other situations where minor or invisible leaks have led to structure damage and health risks

Does your commercial property contain asbestos? The use of asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM) violates federal regulations, but commercial buildings built before EPA restrictions went into place may contain this toxic material. Because asbestos doesn’t pose a health risk unless disturbed,