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Is Everything in Your Home OK?

Is Everything in Your Home OK?

12/18/2018 By Deborah T

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Is everything in your home ok?

When it comes to our homes, we usually think only in terms of how things generally look. If we’re not thinking “oh this looks strange” when we enter the property, then we don’t think too much about what else is going on. But our homes are like people: what’s going on on the outside is nowhere near as important as what’s going on in the inside! Below, we’re going to take a look at some common problems that homeowners face. Keep your eye out, and you can stop the problem before they become too large.

Unusually High Energy Bills

Yes, everyone complains about their energy bills,  but in some cases, the complaints might be merited. If you think your energy bills are higher than they should be, then have a conversation with other people who live on your street (ideally people with a similarly sized home, and with the same number of people in the household). If your heating costs are abnormally higher than your neighbors, then it could be that your home has poor insulation – or that you’re with the wrong energy supplier.

Uneven Flooring

It’s not easy to tell if your floor is functioning as it should be. Our perception can play tricks with us; we might think that the floor is slightly off, but it won’t be long before we convince ourselves that it’s just our imagination. If you’re thinking about it longer than you should be, then do a simple test – put a marble on the floor. If it rolls away, then get in touch with some home foundation contractors, and get to the root of the problem. If the issue is allowed to develop, then you could have major issues further on down the line.

Damp Getting In

If there’s one problem that you don’t want to have in your home, it’s mold. It’s bad for your health, difficult to get rid of, and also a telltale sign that you have something wrong with your property. So don’t wait around: if you’re spotting that a spot in your home is damp, then something’s not right. Engage in a spot of an investigation, and see where the water is coming from. The roof of a home, even newer homes, can easily be damaged, and then let water in. Plug that gap as soon as possible.

Small But Damaging Issues

Not every issue that affects our home is “serious”; some can be considered cosmetic. But the thing with cosmetic issues is that if they’re allowed to stand untreated, then you only need a couple of issues before the overall quality of the property has been compromised. Make sure you’re staying on top of issues such as peeling paint, cracks in the wall, and decor options.

High Risk

Finally, don’t forget the big issues that can seriously cause harm to your home, such as fire and electricity issues. It’s always worthwhile checking your fire alarm and having an expert go over your electrics every now and again to ensure everything in your home is ok.

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Deborah T
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Deborah Tayloe is a full-time blogger, children's book author, and freelance writer, contributing to large publications.

She has a B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education/English and a Spanish Minor. In addition, she holds a Certificate in Natural Health from a fully-accredited program and is a Certified Herbologist. She pursued these natural wellness certifications due to her love for herb gardening.

Despite freelancing to make a living, her love is "all things home."

Deborah grew up in a family that grew a large vegetable garden and a fruit orchard, helping her parents pull weeds and can home-grown foods as part of her childhood. In fact, she had no idea that she could purchase veggies and fruits in pre-packed steel cans until she went to college and made a food run.

Today, she lives in Bertie County, North Carolina, an agricultural rural area with more chickens than people. She lives with her husband and two rescue pets a sweet toy fox terrier and a cat who showed up one day and moved into the house. Together, they enjoy DIY projects, furniture refinishing, gardening, and canning.
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About Deborah T

Deborah Tayloe is a full-time blogger, children's book author, and freelance writer, contributing to large publications.

She has a B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education/English and a Spanish Minor. In addition, she holds a Certificate in Natural Health from a fully-accredited program and is a Certified Herbologist. She pursued these natural wellness certifications due to her love for herb gardening.

Despite freelancing to make a living, her love is "all things home."

Deborah grew up in a family that grew a large vegetable garden and a fruit orchard, helping her parents pull weeds and can home-grown foods as part of her childhood. In fact, she had no idea that she could purchase veggies and fruits in pre-packed steel cans until she went to college and made a food run.

Today, she lives in Bertie County, North Carolina, an agricultural rural area with more chickens than people. She lives with her husband and two rescue pets a sweet toy fox terrier and a cat who showed up one day and moved into the house. Together, they enjoy DIY projects, furniture refinishing, gardening, and canning.

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