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Not every foundation crack is a big problem.Hairline cracks are common as a house settles. Pay closer attention if a cra...
10/25/2026

Not every foundation crack is a big problem.

Hairline cracks are common as a house settles. Pay closer attention if a crack is wide, horizontal, stair-step, or getting bigger — especially with water coming in or doors that start to stick.

If you are not sure what you are looking at, get it checked and keep an eye on whether it changes.

Before the first freeze, take a few minutes outside.Disconnect garden hoses, shut off the inside valve for that faucet, ...
10/24/2026

Before the first freeze, take a few minutes outside.

Disconnect garden hoses, shut off the inside valve for that faucet, then open the outside faucet so any water left in the line can drain.

Water trapped in that short run of pipe can freeze, expand, and split the pipe — and you often don't find out until spring.

Termites rarely announce themselves.Three signs worth checking:• Mud tubes on the foundation• Wood that sounds hollow wh...
10/20/2026

Termites rarely announce themselves.

Three signs worth checking:
• Mud tubes on the foundation
• Wood that sounds hollow when tapped
• Discarded wings near windows

A WDI (wood-destroying insect) inspection checks the places termites hide — sill plates, beams, and basement wood. Catching it early usually means a much smaller repair.

A musty smell is often the first sign.Mold testing can help when there is a musty odor with no visible source, stains or...
10/18/2026

A musty smell is often the first sign.

Mold testing can help when there is a musty odor with no visible source, stains or bubbling paint, or a past leak or damp basement.

Testing identifies the type present. Fixing the moisture source is what keeps it from coming back.

Myth: If paint looks fine, there is no lead hazard.Fact: In homes built before 1978, invisible lead dust can collect on ...
10/17/2026

Myth: If paint looks fine, there is no lead hazard.

Fact: In homes built before 1978, invisible lead dust can collect on floors and windowsills — even when paint looks intact. Opening and closing windows creates friction that makes more dust.

Dust-wipe sampling tests floors, sills, and window troughs to check if levels are actually safe. A lead check should go by the dust, not just how the paint looks.

Many older NJ homes heated with oil, and some tanks were buried — then forgotten when the heat was converted.An oil tank...
10/15/2026

Many older NJ homes heated with oil, and some tanks were buried — then forgotten when the heat was converted.

An oil tank sweep scans the yard with a metal detector to check for a buried tank, even when there is no sign of one at the surface.

Knowing before you buy is better than finding it after you close.

Your electrical panel tells a story.Three things we look for on every inspection:• Double-tapped breakers — two wires on...
10/13/2026

Your electrical panel tells a story.

Three things we look for on every inspection:
• Double-tapped breakers — two wires on a breaker made for one
• Rust or scorch marks — signs of moisture or overheating
• Buzzing, or a panel that is warm to touch

If you see any of these, do not open the panel yourself. Have a licensed electrician take a look.

Fall leaves are here, and your gutters are filling up. Three quick checks that keep water away from your foundation and ...
10/11/2026

Fall leaves are here, and your gutters are filling up. Three quick checks that keep water away from your foundation and basement: clear the debris, extend downspouts 4 to 6 ft from the house, and fix any sagging or leaks. Twenty minutes now can save you a wet basement later.

The sewer line from your house to the street is buried, so a walkthrough won't tell you its condition. A sewer scope run...
10/11/2026

The sewer line from your house to the street is buried, so a walkthrough won't tell you its condition. A sewer scope runs a camera through the line to check for root intrusion, cracks, breaks, and bellies that can back up into your basement. Older NJ homes with clay or cast iron lines are the ones we see with problems most often. It's one add-on that can save you a five-figure repair after closing.

Myth vs. fact: your chimney can change a lot in one off-season. Creosote, cracked flue liners, and animal nests are all ...
10/08/2026

Myth vs. fact: your chimney can change a lot in one off-season. Creosote, cracked flue liners, and animal nests are all common finds this time of year. If you have a wood fireplace, a chimney inspection before heating season is the right move.

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13 South Belair Avenue
Cedar Knolls, NJ
07927

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

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+12019528241

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