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Marcella Lohmann is an author and home inspector. She worked in remodeling and flipped houses doing the work with her husband, John. She loves helping people make wise decisions and enjoys the challenge of what each home reveals under close scrutiny.

There are two common mistakes landscapers make, costing homeowners big money every year in the Houston Metropolitan Area.  These are the grading and the drainage of our property.  The “gumbo clay” in the Houston area is an expansive clay soil mixture that must be properly maintained.  If not, you could end up with foundation problems […]

We live in a busy, changing world.  There’s always a concern of being left behind when it comes to products, software, and technology.  We want to stay ahead of the curve and always give our clients the best.  This is common to all business, not just real estate.  We want lifetime clients who return for

It’s that time again.  Spring is on the way as the flowers start to open up and we get much warmer temperatures in the Houston Metropolitan Area.  Actually, we usually get about 2 weeks of Spring and go straight to Summer temperatures! What are the top items to clean and maintain on your home as

Is directly saving money important to you?  Would you like to save money on maintenance and electricity?  There are many builders who know what they are supposed to install in new houses, but don’t follow the Energy Codes.  On top of that, they install the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) ducts incorrectly.  As an

You found a newly built home and neighborhood you love. In the excitement of buying a brand new home, don’t forgo the home inspection. The inspection is a great value and can pay for itself immediately and in the long run. With a third party inspection report in hand, you can keep your dream home

While most of us love the inviting atmosphere of a fireplace, lighting it could put you and your loved ones in danger.  There are 3 things you should do first. 1. Seal Firebox Cracks. The firebox is the area where all the magic happens in a fireplace.  It is the area with the most intense

Heating your home uses more energy and costs more money than any other system in winter – about 29% of your utility bill.  The whole-house approach to heating is the most efficient as opposed to heating individual rooms.  Modern systems can achieve 98.5% efficiency.  To help them be that efficient, there are several things you

Winter brings cold and wet weather.  Your home needs to be prepared for the temperature extremes.  It wants to stay warm, clean, and draft-free.  You can take these 5 actions to maintain your home and make it happy now. 1. Clean the Gutters Cleaning the gutters and downspouts of leaves and debris will allow water

Your beautiful backyard pool or spa is your oasis, your happy place.  You want a safe and relaxing experience.  But pools can be dangerous if you aren’t careful.  About 3,400 drowning deaths* happen each year, so it’s important that you protect your pool. 1. Good Fences Make Good Neighbors Unsupervised children under 5 can get

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