3 Things Home Inspectors Find When Assessing Homes Constructed Poorly Selecting the right contractor may make the difference in 100's of thousands of dollars in repairs later. Home inspectors will tell you that many issues they find are caused by contractor errors. HGTV Home Inspector, Rick Yerger, says, "water damage to the structure has been the most damaging and costly, causing foundation problems, rot and the dreaded mold." Grade Sloping When building a home, the land m

Business owners and educators are watching in dismay as young people pass on, or are steered away from, some of the most in-demand jobs in America. Young people shy away from the fundamental skilled trades; skills that have long supported a high standard of living for customers while providing good jobs for many workers. Jobs such as electricians, plumbers, framers and heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) technicians and other trades are going unfilled. Accordi

Warmer Floor Designs As kitchens continue with their light, minimalist trend, floors are taking on greater importance. This year, kitchen floors are trending dark to create a cozy living space. Wood is still the flooring of choice, but porcelain planks (tile) are coming in as a close second. They look like wood, provide the same inviting style, but are easier to maintain. The Appliance Garage The minimalism and clean line kitchen trend continues to be a part of the 2018 kitch