For the historic homeowner, nothing beats the thrill of revitalizing, reimagining, or restoring a diamond in the rough. Buying a historic home presents more challenges than purchasing newer real estate, but older houses are sturdily built with architectural details that give them a unique appeal.
What Homeowners Can Learn from Chip & Joanna about Lead Paint
No matter how skilled you are at home restoration, it’s easy to fall short when it comes to lead paint abatement. This was a lesson Chip and Joanna Gaines learned the hard way. This summer, the beloved stars of HGTV’s “Fixer Upper” were brought under scrutiny for violating the EPA’s Toxic Substances
Everything You Need to Know about Mold
Metro Atlanta has experienced a torrent of rainstorms this summer. Rain doesn’t just put a damper on your pool plans, it also encourages mold growth in your home. Mold grows anywhere there’s moisture, so the more it rains, the more you’re at risk. Improper mold removal can lead to health
How to Keep Your Family Safe from Asbestos
Every homeowner has heard about the dangers of asbestos. But what is it and why is it so dangerous? Asbestos is a rock-like mineral found in many building materials. Because of its low production cost and flame retardant insulation properties, asbestos was popular for construction projects from the
Is Lead Paint Lurking in Your Home?
Older homes are rich structures full of history, quality building materials, and architectural details that homeowners simply can’t find anymore. But they also carry unseen health risks to your family. Far worse than old pipes and wiring is the risk of lead-based paint, which wasn’t banned for
Asbestos Fact Sheet
Do you know the dangers of Asbestos? Here is a quick Asbestos Fact Sheet for Homeowners It is very important to be aware of the dangers of Asbestos if you live in an older home. Asbestos is a building material that was commonly used for insulation and other types of manufactured goods between
Dangers of Mold
Mold is a very common occurrence in homes throughout the Atlanta metropolitan area. If your home is suffering from a mold problem, it is important to hire a professional mold remediation company before the issue becomes serious problem. While mold may seem like a minor nuisance, this nasty fungus
Health Risks
You might not think about the quality of the air that you breathe every day, but poor indoor air quality can actually have a negative effect on your family's health. Whether from mold or asbestos exposure near metro Atlanta, poor indoor air quality can cause respiratory infections and chronic