Home Owners Resources

Information is all we have to defend us from the unknown these days. There are so many sites available with information regarding your home. That is why I have compiled a list of useful websites to help you research many areas concerning your home. This doesn’t cover all the areas but can at least get you pointed in the right direction. If you are having a hard time finding answers to any questions you have feel free to send us your questions through our Contact Us page and we will do our best to answer them.

Find a resource under the following headings:

Home Maintenance Resources - Check lists and Reminders
www.home-wizard.com
www.doityourself.com
www.allabouthome.com
www.demesne.info

Home Exterior Resources
Lawn Care
www.allabouthome.com/directories/dir_lawn_care.html
Gutters and Drainage
www.soundhome.com/topics/topic_downspout.shtml
Windows
www.efficientwindows.org
Siding
www.1800improvement.com/siding.php
Decks and Patios
www.bestdecksite.com

Structural Resources
Masonry
www.bia.org
Foundations
www.soundhome.com/topics/topic_basement.shtml
Framing
www.hometips.com/hyhw/structure/108frame.html

Roofing Resources
National Roofing Contractors Association
www.nrca.net/consumer/default.aspx

Chimney/Fireplace Resources
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
www.nfpa.org
Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA)
www.csia.org

Plumbing Resources
www.allabouthome.com/directories/dir_plumbing.html

Electrical Resources
www.allabouthome.com/directories/dir_electrical.html

HVAC Resources
www.allabouthome.com/directories/dir_mechanical.html

Insulation Resources
www.ornl.gov/sci/roofs+walls/insulation/ins_01.html

Appliance Resources
www.allabouthome.com/directories/dir_appliances.html
Recall Notices
www.repairclinic.com/0098.asp
www.cpsc.gov

Environmental Resources
Mold resources
www.moldtips.com
Radon Resources
www.epa.gov/radon
Lead Resources
www.epa.gov/lead
Asbestos Resources
www.epa.gov/asbestos