Protect your Home from Wildfires

It's a sure bet that 2020 will go down in history for a number of reasons. Many people will think of COVID-19, of course -…

Repairing Cracks in Stucco and Drywall

Is there an easy and affordable method for repairing cracks in stucco and drywall? The other day I was out inspecting a house with a…

Turf Paint turns Dead Lawns Green

In most parts of California, we are today going through the worst drought in recorded history. As a consequence, water rationing is in effect in…

9 Creative Ways to Pay for Home Repairs

Need money to pay for home repair? Here are some creative ways to pay for itOne of the less enjoyable aspects of home ownership is…

Water Conservation and Quality Issues for the Homeowner

I recently did a Google Hangout with Gerry Bulfin of CleanWaterStore.com in Santa Cruz, California. We spent a half hour or so talking about water…