Helpful information from Ocean Breezes Home Inspections. 6 Tips To Make Your Bathroom Sellable, And Enjoyable, At The Same Time: When it comes time to sell your home, not all rooms are created equal. Sure, potential buyers will walk through the entire house, but their opinion of a few primary rooms can ultimately determine whether they choose to offer or walk.Your bathroom(s) — especially your master bathroom — are among these key rooms. As you prepare to put your home on the market, Continue Reading ...

Brought to you by Ocean Breezes Home Inspections. 6 Fast Fixes For A Fresh and Cozy Home: As temperatures drop, you and your family will be spending more time living indoors — working, playing, relaxing and staying warm. More time indoors means it's more important to keep your home fresh by staying ahead of the continual buildup of dirt, dust, and allergens. Plus, taking a few simple steps to prepare your home for winter weather will ensure your home is comfortable and efficient, too. Tackle Continue Reading ...

The Article Courtesy of Ocean Breezes Home Inspections. Today’s typical family home is a buzzing hub of activity where meals are cooked, homework is done and family game nights are contested. In the background of it all: the home appliances that keep home life moving along. Focusing on a few maintenance tasks can keep home appliances performing efficiently and effectively.Maintain Tools:Keep appliances and cleaning tools running well so they continue to get the job done. Replace Continue Reading ...

From your friends at Ocean Breezes Home Inspections! For generations, homeownership has been part of the American dream. For most Americans, it’s the largest, most significant investment they’ll make, and because homeownership is the best way to grow their wealth, the most important investment as well.As the youngest generation of new homeowners, millennials are entering the housing market and are eager to get a home to fit their unique lifestyles. Just as every generation has its own Continue Reading ...

From your friends at Ocean Breezes Home Inspections! How Can Insulation Contribute To Home Repair Following A Hurricane?: As we are all too aware, hurricane season is in full swing. And thousands of homeowners across the southern U.S. and Puerto Rico have been hit by mammoth hurricanes. Namely, Harvey, Irma and Maria.Nearly every year, the cost of damages that occur as a result of hurricanes. Or, intense tropical storms making landfall in the U.S. numbers in the billions. Heavy rain, storm Continue Reading ...

Helpful information from Ocean Breezes Home Inspections! Do-it-yourself home projects are sweeping the nation, and it’s easy to see why. DIY is typically budget-friendly and fulfilling to complete; simply find the right project to match your skill set and needs.To get started, here are five inexpensive projects that can be tackled by any DIYer, each of which will have an impact on the entire home. Make a Hardware SwapReplacing your kitchen cabinets changes the entire look of Continue Reading ...

Brought to you by Ocean Breezes Home Inspections! 3 Steps To A Healthier, Happier Home: Today, people are more focused on health and wellness than ever before. You know this because you are constantly flooded with advice on what to eat, how (and how much) to exercise, and what to ask your doctors.All of these things are important but what about the vital role the home plays in your healthy lifestyle? As you prepare for another season of indoor living, it’s time to ask: how can I improve Continue Reading ...

From your friends at Ocean Breezes Home Inspections Many people look forward to the cooler weather. The brisk autumn winds and colorful leaves signal that once again it’s time to take out the sweaters and scarves. There are the hot soups and pumpkin-flavored drinks to keep one warm as the weather gets cooler, but for the conscientious homeowner and dedicated DIYer, it’s time to start winterizing your home.Sealing out pesky drafts around your home helps save energy while also making Continue Reading ...

The Article Courtesy of Ocean Breezes Home Inspections! In today’s increasingly digital world, it’s no surprise that more employees are opting to work from home. While there may be a shift of physical locations — from the office building to the home — productivity is still paramount, making the need for quiet home workspaces more important than ever.“As urbanization continues, builders and developers are focused on optimizing available land, which results in more homes, Continue Reading ...

Helpful Information from Ocean Breezes Home Inspections! If it’s time to replace your furnace, you may be wondering if it’s worth the extra investment to buy an energy-efficient system. Or, you may be unsure how to choose an energy-efficient system for your home. “Energy-efficient heating systems can substantially lower your fuel costs over the lifetime of the system, so it’s well worth investing the time and money to find just the right one,” says Chip Wade, HGTV(R) expert. Continue Reading ...