Home inspections are essential and a crucial part of the homebuying process. While they do come at an additional cost, in the long run, they can prevent many unpleasant surprises and help you avoid ...

If you're considering purchasing a home, condominium, or even a commercial building, having the structure thoroughly inspected before finalizing the sale is a critical step. Though some brave buyers ...

A worker uses a pump to unclog a blocked sewer line. Photo courtesy Getty Images. When shopping for a house, many homebuyers overlook the sewer lateral that runs below the ground of a property. This ...

The sewer line that serves your home is one of those out-of-sight, out-of-mind systems. What you should know about your sewer system and what most people take the time to learn probably don't line up.