The Well Maintained Home

Prevent fires and improve efficiency by keeping your clothes dryer vents well maintained!

Keeping your basement or crawlspace dry is a high priority.  Learn about sump pumps and how to maintain them.

Home Inspectors try to rock toilets sideways to see if they are loose.  On this episode we explain why and what to do about it. Please email your host, Greg at wmhpodcast@yahoo.com with any questions or comments.  He reads and answers EVERY email! We also invite you to visit www.vanguardinspection.com for more information, especially if you need a Home Inspector in the Louisville, Kentuc...

In this 2nd part on Decks, we discuss the support structure.  What to look for and how to maintain it. We would love to hear any comments you have or answer any questions.  Also, if you have a home maintenance issue that you would like us to address, you can reach Greg directly at wmhpodcast@yahoo.com For more information on Greg or Vanguard Home Inspection LLC, please visit www.vanguard...

The guardrails and stair rails on your deck are critical in keeping you and your family safe.  On this episode we examine the standards of proper rail construction as well as how to maintain them. For questions or comments, you can reach the host directly at wmhpodcast@yahoo.com To learn more about the host's Home Inspection company, visit www.vanguardinspection.com 

We talk about Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters or AFCI.  These are designed to protect against fire.   If you have questions or comments, please send them to wmhpodcast@yahoo.com We encourage you to visit www.vanguardinspection.com to learn more about your host.

Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas that can permeate your home and put the lives of you and your loved ones at risk.  On this episode we discuss where it comes from and what to do about it. You can contact the host by email at wmhpodcast@yahoo.com.  We would love to hear from you with any comments or questions you may have. For more information about the host, visit www.vanguardinspection.c...

Knowing where to shut off your utilities in an emergency is very important and just takes a few minutes to learn.   For questions or comments please contact Greg at wmhpodcast@yahoo.com We invite you to visit our website for more information about Greg or Vanguard Home Inspection LLC.  Click the following link www.vanguardinspection.com

How to keep your A/C system in good shape. Contact Greg at wmhpodcast@yahoo.com with any questions or comments. Please visit www.vanguardinspection.com for more information about Greg.

GFCI or Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters are critical safety devices in your home.  Learn how they protect you and what you can do to make sure they are in good condition. If you have any questions or comments for Greg, please send them to wmhpodcast@yahoo.com For more information about Vanguard Home Inspection LLC please visit www.vanguardinspection.com.

Gutters are simple devices that use gravity to control the rainwater coming off of the roof.  They are simple, but proper function is critical to maintaining your home.  Water causes more damage to homes than just about anything else.  Learn how to keep them in good condition to protect your home! To learn more about Greg or Vanguard Home Inspection LLC, please visit our website at...

A discussion on maintaining an asphalt shingle roof.  The common misconception that a roof is maintenance free for the life of the shingles is debunked by Greg.  Learn what to look for and what you can do to keep your roof well maintained.  Contact Greg with any questions or comments at wmhpodcast@yahoo.com.  

Every water heater with a storage tank must have a Temperature Pressure Relief valve or TPR valve.  This is a critical safety device.  On this episode we talk about why it is needed and how to maintain it.  Any questions or comments can be send to wmhpodcast@yahoo.com