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Fire Safety and Home Hazard Prevention Tips to Stay Safe This Holiday Season
The holidays bring families together, but they also increase risks inside and around the home —making this one of the busiest times of year for emergency rooms and fire departments. Thousands of house fires, injuries, and accidents occur every season because homeowners are stretched thin trying to juggle decorating, cooking, and hosting. With a little…
Read MoreProtect Your Home with These Tips as the Storm Season Approaches Snohomish County
Cold weather and heavy rain are around the corner in Snohomish County. Every year, we see flooding, frozen pipes, and storm damage that could have been prevented with a little preparation. Here’s a quick homeowner’s checklist to get your house ready before the first storm hits: Inspect & Protect Your Home Exterior Keep Water Out…
Read MoreHoliday Hosting Readiness: Take the Stress (and Risk) Out of Seasonal Prep
The holidays are a time for gathering, celebrating, and making memories with family and friends. But for many Snohomish County homeowners, the weeks leading up to the season are filled with long to-do lists: hanging lights, digging decorations out of the attic, setting up the yard, and getting the home ready for guests. While these…
Read MoreGet Your Snohomish County Home Ready for Heating Season & Breathe Easier This Winter
As fall settles in across Snohomish County and the days grow colder, most homeowners turn their attention to staying warm. But there’s another equally important part of heating season -the quality of the air you’re breathing. When windows close and heating systems run daily, your indoor environment becomes a closed loop. Without proper preparation, you…
Read MoreGutter & Drainage Maintenance in Snohomish County: Preparing Your Home for the Fall Rains
In Snohomish County, the fall and winter rain can be relentless, and if your home’s drainage systems aren’t ready, that water will find its way where it doesn’t belong. Gutters, downspouts, and sump pumps are essential for keeping water away from your foundation and out of your crawl space or basement. Without regular maintenance, clogged…
Read MoreHow to Protect Your Home Exterior Before the Seattle Fall Rains Return
In the Pacific Northwest, fall means cooler temperatures, shorter days, and plenty of rain. While the cozy, gray days may be perfect for coffee and a good book, they can be hard on your home’s exterior. Months of steady moisture can lead to peeling paint, rotting wood, and mold growth if your home isn’t properly…
Read MoreRodent Problems in Western Washington: Why Prevention Matters as Much as Removal
Rodents aren’t just a nuisance in the Puget Sound region – they can cause serious damage to your home and pose significant health risks to your family. Many homeowners assume that once a rodent problem is removed, it’s solved for good. In reality, rodent management requires continuous prevention and maintenance to protect your home and…
Read MoreCrawl Space Drainage Solutions: Why Summer Is the Best Time to Fix Water Problems
Water in your crawl space? Don’t wait until it floods again. In Snohomish and the greater Puget Sound area, water intrusion and poor drainage are among the most common causes of home damage. And yet, many homeowners wait until the rainy season to take action, when repairs are more costly. At Hausmeister Home Services, we…
Read MoreMold Isn’t the Problem—it’s the Symptom: What Every Homeowner Should Know
In the Pacific Northwest, mold is more than a nuisance – it’s a common (and costly) concern for homeowners. But here’s something most people don’t realize: Mold is not the actual problem. It’s a symptom of a deeper issue: uncontrolled moisture. At Hausmeister Home Services, we don’t just treat mold. We identify why it’s there…
Read MoreYour Home’s Durability: Preventing Long-Term Damage with Building Science
Your home isn’t just made up of parts – it’s an interconnected system. When one area weakens, it can create a ripple effect that impacts the entire structure. Long-term durability depends on how well your roof, siding, foundation, insulation, and ventilation work together to protect against the elements. This is the core of building science…
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