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When it comes to home maintenance, water quality testing often gets overlooked. Yet, it plays a crucial role in safeguarding the health of your household and protecting your property’s value. Periodically testing your home’s water is not just a good idea; it’s an...

At Basements and Above, we take pride in being your trusted partners in ensuring the safety, quality, and integrity of your home in the greater Ithaca/Syracuse region. As a NYS licensed and InterNACHI Certified home inspection company, we are committed to delivering...

Many homebuyers assume that a newly constructed home is flawless and doesn't require a home inspection. However, this misconception can lead to costly surprises and potential issues down the road. In reality, getting a home inspection for a newly constructed home is...

The basement of a home is a critical area that requires careful inspection to uncover potential issues that may not be immediately visible. When viewing a home, paying close attention to the basement can help identify red flags that a home inspector may flag during a...

When viewing a potential home, it's essential to keep an eye out for certain elements that a home inspector may flag during their inspection. Identifying these red flags early on can help you make informed decisions and avoid potential issues down the line. Here are...

In construction, the method of platform framing stands as a cornerstone, orchestrating the creation of sturdy and reliable structures. This widely adopted technique, prevalent in residential and commercial construction alike, holds the blueprint for building robust...

Amidst the whirl of daily chores, certain household tasks quietly hold the power to avert disasters. One such often-overlooked responsibility is cleaning your dryer vent. Beyond the realm of tidiness, this chore stands as a guardian against a menacing threat - dryer...

Embarking on the journey of building your dream home is an exhilarating yet intricate endeavor. Amidst the blueprint sketches and construction buzz, lies the responsibility to ensure that every brick laid and every beam placed aligns with your vision. However,...

Gone are the days of eyeballing and unevenly hung pictures on your walls. With the advent of technology, precision in home decor has reached new heights, and one tool that has revolutionized the art of hanging pictures is the laser level. In this blog, we'll explore...

When it comes to the stability and integrity of our homes, we often think about external factors such as weather, earthquakes, or even human-made disasters. However, one subtle but powerful force that can significantly affect the structure of a home is hydrostatic...