Gabe SemenzaNov 9, 20181 minMissoula housing reportMissoula home sales were down in October from a year ago but were still at healthy levels compared to that same month during the last six...
Gabe SemenzaNov 8, 20185 minHousehold and environmental hazardsThis list of terms covers most of the common household dangers likely to be encountered by InterNACHI inspectors. algae: microorganisms...
Gabe SemenzaNov 7, 20184 minHow to be a successful landlordBy Nick Gromicko Being a competent landlord requires a unique set of responsibilities and skills that makes the job unfit for many...
Gabe SemenzaOct 31, 20184 minHow to clean algae and moss off asphalt shinglesBy Michael Chotiner of The Home Depot Stains on asphalt roofing shingles make a house look shabby, which detracts from its value. In some...
Gabe SemenzaOct 29, 20182 min2-minute video: What really matters in a home inspectionBuying a home? The process can be stressful. A home inspection is supposed to give you peace of mind but, depending on the findings, it...
Gabe SemenzaOct 23, 20183 minDo you have a permanent wood foundation?By Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard While traditional basement walls are made from masonry materials such as concrete or stone,...
Gabe SemenzaOct 15, 20182 minPros and cons of carpeted bathroomsBy Nick Gromicko, founder of InterNACHI, and Kenton Shepard Carpeted bathrooms are bathrooms that have carpeted floors instead of...
Gabe SemenzaOct 10, 20185 minBasic waterproofing for basementsBy Nick Gromicko, founder of InterNACHI Water Damage Concerns Basements are typically the area of a structure most at risk for water...
Gabe SemenzaOct 9, 20187 minResidential foundation insulationHomes constructed today are more energy-efficient than those built even just a few years ago, primarily due to significant improvements...
Gabe SemenzaOct 4, 20184 minProtect your home from water damageWater may be essential to life, but, as a destructive force, water can diminish the value of your home or building. Homes as well as...
Gabe SemenzaOct 3, 20185 minWinterize your homeBy Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard Winterization is the process of preparing a home for the harsh conditions of winter. It is usually...
Gabe SemenzaSep 27, 20185 minYour water heater's maintenance timelineBy Fran J. Donegan for The Home Depot Storage tank water heaters are the type of appliance that can hum along for years. Once installed,...
Gabe SemenzaSep 26, 20183 minFor Sale by Owner: Pros and PitfallsBy Nick Gromicko, founder of InterNACHI In 2006, these "for sale by owner" (or FSBO) sellers totaled 12%, according to the National...
Gabe SemenzaSep 24, 20189 minMold, moisture and your home Mold and moisture issues are unfortunately a common problem in Missoula and Montana. No home can be built to fully exclude mold. Because...
Gabe SemenzaSep 17, 20183 minThree costly mistakes homeowners should avoidCostly Mistake #1: Thinking you can't afford it. Many people who thought that buying the home they wanted was simply out of their reach...
Gabe SemenzaSep 6, 20187 minResidential foundation insulationHomes constructed today are more energy-efficient than those built even just a few years ago, primarily due to significant improvements...
Gabe SemenzaSep 5, 20182 minWhy hire a home inspector if you are buying 'As Is'?By Mark Cohen, J.D., LL.M., InterNACHI General Counsel, and Nick Gromicko, InterNACHI Founder Some sellers – often, those working without...
Gabe SemenzaSep 4, 20186 minElectrical safetyElectricity is an essential part of our lives. However, it has the potential to cause great harm. Electrical systems will function almost...
Gabe SemenzaAug 29, 20183 minChoosing the right home inspectorBuying a home? It's probably the most expensive purchase you'll ever make. This is no time to shop for a cheap inspection. The cost of...
Gabe SemenzaAug 21, 20184 minCheck your HVAC systems before they check out on youBy Fran J. Donegan for The Home Depot Have you ever woken up in the middle of a winter night, shivering under the blankets and able to...
