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A Closer Look
Getting a fresh perspective of your property can reveal features both good and bad. |
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AC Check
Run your air conditioner for a few minutes in the spring, before you need it. If you wait until the first hot day to discover is isn't working, ... |
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AC Exterior
Clean obvious obstructions such as newspaper, leaves, etc. from around the exterior of the unit. |
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AC Filters
Change the filters regularly. Dirty filters restrict air flow, reducing efficiency and worse case, can cause the evaporator to ice up. Disposable ... |
 
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Analyzing Energy Efficiency in Older Homes with Infra-red Technology
Bob meets with Ren Anderson and they use an infrared camera to look at the energy efficiency of some older houses as well as the Habitat house ... |
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Architect Tour of the Home
Bob meets with architects Mark and Geoffrey who are making a follow up visit to the project. Every two weeks they come by to check the progress in ... |
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As Is Homes
A home for sale "as is" often means repairs will be necessary. Don't write these properties off, the work may not be as bad as you expect, ... |
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Asbestos In Your Home
Once a common element in a wide range of building materials, asbestos is now known to be a serious health risk. Before you start a serious remodel ... |
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Blocked Chimney
A blocked chimney can cause combustion by-products to leak into your home, and that is very dangerous to your health. Take few moments each fall ... |
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Blower Door Test
Janet MacIlvaine and George James from the Department of Energy show Bob how they conduct a blower door test on the Habitat for Humanity Blitz ... |
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Building Code Check
Bob reviews the progress in the apartment renovation and discusses changes to the final project with the contractor and architect. |
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Carriage House Plans
Bob tours the exterior of the Virginia governor's mansion and carriage house with architect John Paul Hanbury and general contractor Sam Daniel. ... |
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Child Lead Check
To reduce your child's exposure to lead, get your child checked, have your home tested (especially if your home has paint in poor condition and ... |
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Chimney Breath
Do you have a smelly fireplace? "Chimney Breath" is most often caused by moisture, rain, or high humidity. Have your chimney cleaned early in the ... |
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Chimney Check
The National Fire Protection Association (in NFPA 211) recommends you have your chimney checked at least once a year, and cleaned if needed. Heavy ... |
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Chimney Damage
Following a violent storm, earthquake, flood or lightning strike, have your chimney inspected for damage, inside and out. This includes checking ... |
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Chimney Flashing
Have your chimney flashing (the seal between the chimney and the roof) inspected and maintained. Flashing prevents rain water and snow melt from ... |
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Chimney Inspection
A plugged or blocked chimney could cause the products of combustion to back up and filter through your home
and that is very dangerous to your ... |
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Chimney Safety
Most fires involving either masonry or prefabricated metal chimneys occur because of improper installation, use or maintenance. Here are a few of ... |
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Duct Leaks
Check your ducts for air leaks. First look for sections that should be joined but have separated and then look for obvious holes. Consult with a ... |
