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6 Tips for Keeping Your Indiana Home Cozy All Winter Long
No matter how cold it gets outside, our real estate agents are here to help you find the perfect Indiana home for you. Our team works in rain, shine, or even the Indiana snow.
That said, it's important to recognize that Indiana winters can be fierce. Especially if you're new to the state, it's vital to prepare your home well in advance.
Of course, our winters in Indiana aren't the worst. No matter where you're from, you'll soon get the hang of things. All you need to do is get the right information in front of you early on.
Yes, some parts of Indiana can have major winter storms. Most trouble in the cold season isn't caused by heavy snow; however, it comes about as a result of putting off preparations.
Here's how you can get your home ready and keep it comfortable all winter long.
- Use Natural Light to Get a Head Start on Heating
The sun remains the most energy efficient heater around. Even in the dead of winter, most days will have some sun. Part the curtains, raise the blinds and open the shutters to let heat in during the day. Then, close windows up tight and cover them to keep the heat from escaping overnight.
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8 Fireplace Safety Tips to Protect Your Home This Winter
If you're like many homeowners, you light up your fireplace to chase away the chills. Your fireplace does double duty this time of year: As glowing embers warm your living spaces, they also add the perfect cozy atmosphere. As you ignite the flames for the first time, remember to keep fireplace safety in mind.
Our real estate agents believe a fireplace adds warmth and beauty to your home, but we also recognize the inherent danger one can cause. To help you keep your home safe this winter, we researched fireplace safety so we could share these tips with you.
- Maintain and clean your fireplace and chimney
Before you ignite your fireplace, remember to inspect it and clean away the soot and creosote buildup from last year's flames. Your chimney provides an exit for the smoke, gases, hydrocarbon, and other substances your fireplace produces, and while this minimizes the direct harm to you and your family, the creosote they produce causes fires that burn out of control. DIY Network offers tips for cleaning and maintaining a fireplace. If you'd prefer to have a professional perform this annual task, you can locate certified chimney sweeps and learn more fireplace safety facts at the Chimney Safety Institute of America.
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Advice for Home Sellers: Benefits Of A Pre-Listing Inspection
Wouldn't it be nice to list your home for sale without worrying about having some hidden, unforeseen maintenance issue derail a deal late in the process? The good news is that you don't have to wait for the buyer's inspection to take a closer look at the state of your home. A pre-listing inspection is a great way to get ahead of any potential maintenance issues, and a clean inspection is also a powerful marketing tool that can help get your home sold. Our real estate agents have five reasons why a pre-listing inspection is a great idea for sellers.
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3 Things to Do This Weekend to Get Your Home Ready for Spring
The countdown to Spring 2018 is officially on! While you're dreaming of lazy days spent enjoying warmer weather, there are things you can do now to start getting your home ready. Spring is a time of growth and rebirth, making it a perfect time to freshen up your home--both inside and out. This is especially important if you're getting ready to sell your home this spring.
Here are a few things you can do this weekend to start getting your home ready for spring.
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Your Home's Fall Maintenance Checklist
Changing leaves, a fresh crispness in the air—all the signs are here. Colder weather is on its way, and it's important to make sure your house is ready for it. Our real estate agents want to help make sure that autumn weather won't damage your house. This fall home maintenance checklist will ensure that you're prepared for the chilly months ahead.
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