It takes a lot of work to sell a house. Between marketing, staging, and closing, the process can be both time-consuming and costly, even when you have a house in perfect condition. But when you’re selling a house that needs repairs, you could be biting off more than you can chew.
Home repair costs […]
“Septic systems” and “clay sewer lines” are common phrases in Arizona real estate, especially in rural areas. These are essential parts of a home’s plumbing, and if the house you’re looking at has a septic system, it’s important to have it inspected to make sure it’s in good working order, as septic system replacement costs […]
Houses in Tucson can be damaged by water in a number of ways, including burst pipes, a hot water heater leak, condensation from poorly vented rooms, and severe storms, especially during monsoon season with flash flooding and downpours. Whether water enters your house through a small pipe leak in a wall or through poorly […]
Mold infests homes even in dry areas like Tucson.
Tucson ranks 5th in the nation of large driest cities, and second driest only to Phoenix in Arizona. With an average annual rainfall of 10.6 inches, you may think mold isn’t a problem here, but mold can live anywhere there is moisture and food. Indoors, […]
Of the species of termites in Arizona, which causes the most termite damage in Tucson?
There are several species of termites in Arizona, but only two types should concern Tucson homeowners. They are the desert subterranean termite and the western drywood termite. In this article we’ll describe both species, how to identify them, their […]
What are galvanized pipes?
Back in the day, homes were built using lead pipes. Once the risks of using lead pipes became apparent, people began to build homes with pipes that were galvanized, which is the process of coating steel pipes with zinc. This was a popular plumbing choice for houses built during or […]
Flat roofs are common in hot, arid places.
In Europe, early primitive roofs were mainly constructed of thatch, set at an angle to allow water run-off. But in hot, arid climates in the Middle East and Northern Africa, flat roofs were common in ancient times—and still are. Since there isn’t as much surface area […]
What is a beneficiary deed?
Arizona is one of the few states that allow a transfer of property by a beneficiary deed. It’s an excellent estate-planning tool because it allows the owner of real estate to designate the beneficiary or beneficiaries who will inherit the property, bypassing the often lengthy and expensive process of […]
The Grass Is Always Greener over the Septic Tank was a popular, bestselling book written by the American humorist Erma Bombeck in the mid-1970s. The title takes its name from the fact that if something looks amazing on the surface, there may be something rotting underneath that you don’t know about. If the grass […]
What improvements should you make when selling your house in Tucson?
Are you wondering whether you should invest in improvements before selling your house in Tucson? Will those improvements significantly impact your home's value, and is the cost justified?
In this comprehensive guide, we'll help you make informed decisions about selling your house […]
