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Top Painting Mistakes Homeowners Make
Painting is a popular and cost-effective way to update your home's interior or exterior. However, it's not always as easy as it looks. Homeowners make several common mistakes when attempting to paint their homes, which can lead to unsatisfactory results.
Home Inspection Tips for Buyers
A home inspection is one of the most critical steps before buying real estate. A professional home inspector should perform the task. The inspector reviews the components of the house and checks for safety, stability and other factors that evaluate the property's current condition. Home inspections can provide peace of mind and empower homebuyers to make informed decisions.
5 Tasks to Improve Spring Allergies for Your Family
Making a few minor changes around your home can significantly reduce your symptoms and make life more bearable during allergy season. Here are five tasks that should be on your radar if you want to stay allergy-free this spring.
3 Simple HVAC Maintenance Items
Maintaining the systems in your home is critical to avoid costly repairs and extend the life of your system. One important home system is the HVAC. Your home's HVAC is also one of the most expensive systems in a home. It’s wise to take care of your unit.
What Happens After a Home Inspection?
While the process can feel nerve-wracking for potential buyers, understanding what comes after the home inspection can give important insight into what lies ahead. After all, most people want to know the house's condition before signing on the dotted line.
5 Safety Tips for Fireplace Maintenance
While Southeast Florida homes don't typically need fireplaces, many homeowners enjoy the ambiance. Regular maintenance will ensure safety and proper function, whether you have a traditional fireplace, gas fireplace, or outdoor fireplace.
6 Ways to Lower Your Energy Bill in the New Year
In today's challenging economy, cutting costs is essential. There are many simple and practical steps that you can take to lower your home energy costs.
How to Choose a Home Inspector
Your home is likely your most significant investment. A home inspection provides essential information about the current condition of the home you plan to buy. Not only should you schedule a home inspection, but you should also research your home inspector to ensure you receive top service.
Should Sellers Make Repairs Before the Inspection?
Sellers can also benefit from scheduling a home inspection. Kenco Home Inspections offers full home inspections for buyers and sellers. We provide a detailed written report with photographs. Use the report as a guide for repairs.
What to Expect from a Home Inspection?
A home inspection is a service provided by a qualified and trained professional home inspector. Typically, clients schedule home inspections when buying or selling a property.
Good Home Inspection Tips for Sellers
As markets tighten, sellers may need to compromise with buyers on issues found during the home inspection. Sellers can proactively prepare the property before listing their homes on the market.
Tenant Complaints and How to Solve Them
Understanding common complaints and how to troubleshoot the issues will prepare you to deal with difficult situations. Owning rental properties offers a way to earn extra income on a long-term investment. Position yourself for success with tenants.
How to Boost Your Rental or Airbnb Properties
One way to boost your rental property is with added curb appeal. After all, you only get one chance to make a first impression, including online. However, you want more than a pretty picture. The property's actual condition needs to match the expectations set by the online images.
Getting to Know Your Home Inspector
The experts at Kenco Home Inspections serve customers in Southeast Florida. We offer general home inspections and specialized inspections. Contact us for more details regarding our home inspection services.
How Are Changes in the Housing Market Impacting the Economy
As home inspectors, the Kenco Home Inspection team is on the front lines of the housing real estate market. We work with many clients in the process of buying or selling their homes. Therefore, we think keeping tabs on the ever-changing house market is essential.
What Is a Septic Inspection, and When Do I Need One?
Septic systems are essential parts of our homes. They remove waste from toilets, sinks, washing machines, and other drains in the home. If they aren't working correctly, sewage can back up and create a cesspool in the ground near the septic tank or cause a backup into the house.
A septic tank inspection gives homeowners peace of mind that their tank is working correctly or requires service to maintain or restore proper function.
How To Personalize a New Tract Home
Often homes in communities with tract homebuilders don’t give buyers options, like paint colors, flooring, light fixtures, and other details. The house comes predesigned and can feel cookie-cutter.
It’s normal to want to personalize your home. Thankfully, you don’t need to rip up your new floors or make other significant changes. Instead, focus on areas where you can make DIY changes at an affordable budget.
Outdoor Firepit Safety Tips
Sitting around an outdoor fire pit sets the perfect summer backyard scene. People of all ages enjoy time around the fire, including making s'mores and connecting with conversation. Yet, it's essential to keep everyone safe. Practice fire safety to prevent burns and fire damage.
4 Tips to Maximize Your Florida Garage Door
In Southeast Florida, homeowners not only want garage doors to look great and function well but also need the doors to hold up to high winds. At Kenco Home Inspections, we care about your home. Here are a few tips to improve your garage door.
Does Your Home Need A Four-Point Inspection?
Most insurance companies in Florida require a four-point inspection for homes built over 30 years ago. The inspection covers four critical areas of the house and is for insurance purposes only.

