Wisteria Place (Grayson, GA)
By Scott Burel
(Burel and Associates, LLC)
I had posted this some time ago and everyone seem to have liked it. I have made several changes so instead of listing the changes, here is a new list. For those that don't know, this is a phone list of manufactures that has anything to do with a home or business. Well mechanicals that is. Some are direct but some are back door lines to bypass the customer no service. Enjoy. BLACK & DECKER Parts    800-258-6003 Customer Service        800-231-9786 CUISINART 800-726-0190 HAMILTON-BEACH/PROCTOR-SILEX 800-851-8900 HITACHI       800-448-2244 IN-SINK-ERATOR   800-558-5712 MAXIM          800-233-9054 MIELE            800-289-6435 MR. COFFEE             800-321-0370 SUNBEAM/OSTER 800-528-7713 TOASTMASTER       800-947-3744 TRILLIUM Product Orders           800-800-8455 Customer Service        8...
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By Scott Burel
(Burel and Associates, LLC)
About an hour ago I received an email on my Blackberry. I read through it and placed a call (on my Blackberry) to reply to the mail. I arrived at the office, used my index finger on the scanner lock to fire up my computer, pressed play on my Ipod and logged on to the world wide web. Scanned and faxed a document, used my 5.8Ghz cordless phone to call an out of state associate via my VoIP. I have just now finished burning 122 pictures of Christmas for my mother and......................wait, wait, wait. Who needs electronics? Me, you, him, her...................us! As we close out yet another year I started to realize some of the things that helped me get to where I am today. We are in a disposable generation, $79.95 for the first hour to repair a DVD player........$54.99 for a new one. W...
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By Scott Burel
(Burel and Associates, LLC)
New home sales in the U.S. fell in November approaching an 11-year low and signaling the housing recession is not coming to an end anytime soon. The median forecast from Bloomberg was new home purchases fell to an annual pace of 717K, down from 728K in October.The level in September was 716K which was the lowest since 1996. Residential real-estate is already marred in the deepest slump in 16 years, and the discounts that mortgage companies are presenting are failing to lure buyers in. This problem is only being compounded by the large amount of foreclosures swelling due to the volume of unsold properties.2008 Forecast:Sales of new houses will probably tumble 8.0-9.0 percent in 2008 after a 25 percent drop this year, according to a Dec. 13 forecast from Fannie Mae, the largest mortgage b...
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By Scott Burel
(Burel and Associates, LLC)
I ran into my first home yesterday designed for radon protection. The builder offers this as an upgrade for 200 bucks, a hell of a deal compared to the $2500-$4000 remediation cost. The best part was all the nasty, eye sore duct work was hidden. Only when I got in the attic did I see the addition.   Radon-Resistant New Construction Related Resources "Building Radon Out: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Build Radon-Resistant Homes" (PDF, 84 pp, 8.3MB, About PDF) Basic Information on RRNC Building a New Home: Have You Considered Radon? Model Standards and Techniques for Control of Radon in New Residential Buildings Radon Resistant Construction Architectural Drawings (Available as a 522K executable file for use with CAD programs and a PDF Version (PDF, 4 pp, 962KB, About PDF) Why Should You ...
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By Scott Burel
(Burel and Associates, LLC)
I include a copy of this with the package I leave the consumer and they really seem to love it. Just thought I'd share.  Burglary Prevention Tips Keep your home from being an easy target Protect your home by discouraging intruders from making it their next target. Burglars are less likely to victimize a house that looks occupied or protected by a security system. When you're on vacation or away from home Put lights, stereo or TV on a timer to give the appearance that someone is home. Secure sliding glass doors with pins to prevent both horizontal and vertical movement. Don't stop your mail or newspaper deliveries; it signals you're away. Instead, have a neighbor pick up your deliveries. Ask a neighbor to park their car in your driveway to give your home the appearance that someone is th...
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By Scott Burel
(Burel and Associates, LLC)
Fall is upon us and I have these and many more tips at http://www.burelandassociates.com. There is plenty for the seasoned home owner or new owner to be.  "A good Realtor keeps an eye out for both sides of the for sale sign"  Fall TipsThe Importance of Fall Fertilizing Fall is the time to feed your root system, but you must fertilize at the right time and in the right amounts. Improper fertilization can result in a diminished root system. Although fertilizer is called "food" in conversations, it really isn't the kind of food that lawns can use. Fertilizer provides nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and certain key elements like iron. The root takes these nutrients, plus air and water, from the soil and sends them up to the green grass blades. Sunlight helps turn them into sugars. The sugar...
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By Scott Burel
(Burel and Associates, LLC)
I saw these tips and I had to share. As an inspector, like you, I have seen some crazy things out there. This piece reminded me that in a "buyers market" the seller can squeeze in a few more dollars by presenting a better, more kept home. And I have always been told that the kitchen sells the home. Me personally I like the concept of stagers.  Tips for Selling a House Ready to sell your home? Want to sell fast? For the best price? You need tips for selling a house. This article provides great interior painting ideas, unique home makeover tips, and great open house ideas. Interior Painting Ideas Painting your home in preparation to sell can make a big difference to potential home buyers. Here are some important interior painting ideas to remember for selling a house: •  Take time to prep...
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