A lush lawn and garden boost your home’s curb appeal, but it also takes a lot of your free time. You want to spend that time enjoying the space, not taking care of it. The solution? Pearland Home Inspection’s few low-maintenance landscaping strategies to keep your yard looking great while maximizing your relaxation time. 1.…
DetailsSpring is just around the corner. Time to spruce up your home, clean out those dusty corners according to Pearland Home Inspector. You’re not alone in the spring cleaning adventure – as per American Cleaning Institute, 91 percent of Americans participate in spring cleaning. As you join your fellow Americans this year, don’t forget to…
DetailsSegmental retaining walls (SRW) units are one of the most versatile landscaping tools in the homeowner’s and professional landscaper’s toolbox. Pearland Home Inspections believes retaining wall units have evolved from just being used to retain soil, transition slopes, and prevent erosion. Today’s SRWs can do all that plus serve as multipurpose building blocks for a…
DetailsIt is a common misconception that a 20 percent down payment is required to buy a home. Advice to wait and save a large down payment is often based on the theory that the cost of mortgage insurance (MI). It is required when you buy with a smaller down payment, should be avoided. This may…
DetailsIf you feel you’ve settled for your home, or perhaps you love the older property but want to give it a face-lift, here are some Pearland Home Inspector’s leading home-improvement projects for older homes. Do you own an older home, and are you looking to make upgrades that matter? Strategic enhancements not only increase…
DetailsPearland Home Inspector agrees that today’s tile trends extend so far beyond their traditional use as a staple of bathroom design that you may not recognize them. While once the most attractive and innovative tiles had to be imported, contemporary handcrafted tile and stone products for home design are now being made right here in…
DetailsPearland Home Inspector consider that in 2019, buyers want smart homes they can easily control from anywhere. From smart HVAC and sprinkler systems to connected garage door openers, it’s all about creating convenience and comfort. The spring home-buying season is just around the corner and that means people are busy making improvements to get…
DetailsIf your new home is among the one million or so being built in the U.S. this year, congratulations! You’ll have the chance to customize it to your dream home preferences. Your Home Inspector in Pearland advises to Protect Yourself Against Today’s Faster, Scarier Fires. One feature that should be at the top of your…
DetailsPearland Home Inspection knows that the home buying process is exciting, but can also seem fraught with added costs, like a home inspection, title insurance, and closing costs. And if you can’t afford a full 20 percent down payment on a conventional home loan, then you will most likely pay for private mortgage insurance (MI).…
DetailsPreparing for storms or other weather conditions just takes a few practical, proactive steps from Pearland Home Inspection that can save you time, money and give you peace of mind. No matter where you live, the weather can be unpredictable any time of year. Storms can disrupt your family’s routine, but a little preparation can mean…
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