Blog | Evelyn Mercado

Should you insulate outlets at home?

If you've ever noticed cold air leaks while plugging something in, it might be time to insulate outlets in your home. Both electrical outlets and light switches have the potential for air leakage if not properly sealed. While the amount of air seems tiny, ...

Whole-Home Security Systems Continue to Evolve

Until recently, even the latest home security system could become obsolete overnight. Nowadays, newer whole-home integration systems are much more compatible with interchangeable parts and innovative add-ons. As a result, it’s now possible to have a multi-faceted security system that watches over many of the functions and activities in and around ...

Reasons to Hire a Home Inspector

If you intend to buy a house, you may want to employ a home inspector. In fact, there are many reasons why a buyer may hire a house inspector, such as: 1. You want to identify any underlying home problems. Although you may have walked through a house a few times before ...

Missed Mortgage Payments and What to Do Next

Photo by: NeONBRAND via Unsplash Missing a mortgage payment is not the end of the world. Many lenders are more than ready to work out a payment plan if you’re going through a rough patch or budgetary crisis. However, you may end up doing more harm than good to your credit ...