home maintenance

Battery Checks: Smoke Detectors and Keypads

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There is nothing more annoying than a smoke detector starting to chirp at 3 AM with a low battery. But in a vacant home, a dead battery is a safety hazard. If a fire starts or CO2 levels rise, no alarm will sound, and your remote monitoring system might fail to alert the authorities. During … Read more

5 Signs Your Sump Pump Needs Attention Immediately

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Your sump pump is the unsung hero of your home, silently protecting your basement from flooding. But like any mechanical device, it has a limited lifespan, usually around 7-10 years. Unfortunately, most homeowners only find out their pump has failed when they walk into a flooded basement. During our home watch inspections, we check for … Read more