Should You Fix Up Your House Before Selling It?
With the fall season upon us, change is in the air. For many families, children are growing up and...
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Category: Home Improvement
Gain Equity – and Joy – By Remodeling Your Home
Have you been daydreaming about sprucing up your home in Westerleigh, St. George, Bulls Head, New...
Read MoreSIBOR Suggests Pest Control After a Weather Emergency
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — After a weather disaster, pests — including insects, rodents, and snakes — may be more prevalent than usual; they could pose health risks. The Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) knows that the...
Read MoreSIBOR Points to Tips for Hiring a Contractor
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Your home may be your most valuable financial asset. That’s why it’s important to be cautious when you hire someone to work on it. Home improvement and repair and maintenance contractors often...
Read MoreSIBOR Helps to Answer Insulation Questions
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) reminds you that your home will be more comfortable and energy efficient with the right insulation. Insulation helps lower the cost of heating and cooling...
Read MoreSIBOR Highlights Energy Star Program
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Going shopping for a new appliance? The Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) reminds you to look for the EnergyGuide label, the yellow tag you’ll find attached to most appliances. It tells how much...
Read MoreSIBOR Advises Smart Shoveling to Avoid Injury
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.– First snowfall has hit Staten Island and although this was just a dusting, it makes us wonder if a heavier storm is around the corner. While snow can be a treasure of the winter season, there are also...
Read MoreSIBOR Points to Easy Fixes for Roofing Problems
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Earlier this week, the Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) brought you information on how to inspect your roof for signs of damage. Today, we would like to provide you with information on fixing...
Read MoreSIBOR Asks, When Did You Last Inspect Your Roof?
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – The Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) knows that a roof inspection is one of those preventative maintenance jobs that is easy to overlook. Don’t. House Logic recommends adding a once-a-year reminder...
Read MoreSIBOR Shares the 4 Indoor Warning Signs of Foundation Problems
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Earlier in the week, the Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) taught you how to read cracks in your foundation. Did you know that there are also indoor warning signs that your foundation may need...
Read MoreSIBOR Shares How to Read Foundation Cracks
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.—The Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) reminds you that knowing the early warning signs of foundation troubles can head off problems that ultimately could cost tens of thousands of dollars to fix. As...
Read MoreSIBOR Points to Getting Rid of Pet Odor
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – For many of us, our pets are members of the family. It is hard to imagine someone not loving our beloved dog or cat, however, for homebuyers, Fido and his odors may not be a strong selling point. The Staten...
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