Water Leaks
A stain on your ceiling, toilets that rock, that white powdery stuff that
grows on your bricks or foundation or a musty smell in your house. Leaks can
lead to rot, mold and termite infestations.
Flickering Lights
Do your lights dim when the fridge switches on or when you start the microwave?
You may have bad wiring or too many appliances hooked to one circuit.
Rodents
These pests can carry diseases and chew through wiring and insulation possibly
causing house fires.
High Fuel Bills
If you are paying more to heat your home and there has not been a rate increase,
your furnace may be the culprit. Poorly functioning systems may cause a carbon
monoxide buildup in your home.
Peeling Paint
Paint is the first line of defense against incursions by water and pests.
Water that seeps into wood can rot or get too dry and crack.
Smokey Chimney
Your chimney needs to be maintained to prevent the possibility of fires. A
buildup of Creosote, a by-product of wood burning, can build up in the flue
and ignite.
Dirty or Missing Air Conditioner Filter
Overloaded or missing filters allow dirt and dust to settle on air conditioner's
coils. Warm air passing over the coils causes condensation. What you get is
mud - a perfect medium for mold to grow and be blown all over the house. Enough
gunk can block air from getting into the system and causing it to catch fire.
