Home InspectorsHome Inspectors
When purchasing a home, you should always request an inspection. In general, inspections are not mandatory, but it is a good idea to identify problems with the home before purchase. [...]
Category: Home Remodeling Knowledge Center
blog entries about home remodeling by Mike Gosser
Water Prevention TipsWater Prevention Tips
Here are a couple of quick and easy things you can do to help control water from entering your basement. 1. Extend downspouts away from house. 2. Clean your gutters, [...]
Exterior Wood RepairsExterior Wood Repairs
There are many new types of materials available these days that can also be used to replace siding and trim boards, that have been damaged or rotted over the winter. [...]
Ice DamsIce Dams
OK lets talk about Ice Dams. They are caused from attics being to warm. You attic should be only a few degrees warmer than the exterior temperature. You want a [...]
Replace vs. Repair? Complete Remodel vs. Makeover? by Mike GosserReplace vs. Repair? Complete Remodel vs. Makeover? by Mike Gosser
Replace vs. Repair Do I repair my rear entry door or replace the entire unit with a pre-hung? (NOTE – This question is not necessarily limited to doors and can be [...]
How the Cold Weather Impacts Our Lives and HomesHow the Cold Weather Impacts Our Lives and Homes
This winter of 2013-2014 seems to be much more severe than previous winters. Is this a systemic reality we will have to live with? Lets hope not! A couple of things to [...]
Do It Yourself with “A LITTLE HELP”Do It Yourself with “A LITTLE HELP”
“A LITTLE HELP” written by: Mike Gosser As a premier remodeling contractor, I have been building for over 35 years on the North Shore. And from this experience my company, Gosser [...]
MASONRY CHIMNEYSMASONRY CHIMNEYS
Masonry Chimneys Keep your eyes to the sky. Chimneys are one of those house components that if you notice a problem early on, it can be a fairly inexpensive repair. But if [...]
What Heavy Rain Can Mean to HomeownersWhat Heavy Rain Can Mean to Homeowners
written by: Mike Gosser FYI – You have two concerns regarding hard rains. 1. Always make sure gutters have been cleaned out after the last of the leaf droppings, especially [...]
How to Pick the Right ContractorHow to Pick the Right Contractor
written by: Mike Gosser Picking the right contractor is not all that easy unless you happen to get lucky. The rule of thumb is to get three estimates. Throw out the [...]