Traders Point Slate Patio Repair
The Problem
The Northwest suburb of Indianapolis is known as Traders Point. Home to Traders Point Creamery, the area is also known for its charming homes. One such home belongs to Jim Floyd. Outside his grey ranch, there was slate popping up on the patio, and brick pavers were shifting due to severe mortar deterioration. Indiana’s winters can take its toll on masonry materials, so cracking…
4 Easy ways to Make a House Sell Faster
If you’re a realtor in Central Indiana, then you know how frustrating it can be to have a house on the market that just isn’t selling. Whether the home you’re trying to sell is in Carmel, Lawrence, or Meridian-Kessler, these easy fixes can help your home get offers in no time. (In the event that you need help performing any of these updates, we’d be delighted to help you with any of these…
Fall is Here – Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
Fall is here - October did a delightful job of bringing some more Fall-like weather, don’t you think?
Here is a pretty simple Fall Home Maintenance Checklist from Realtytimes.com - pass these onto your clients (buyers or sellers) and be a value-added agent. Brick + Ember Outfitters is pretty partial to Checklist item #7 — especially with heating season coming up. Encourage those buyers and…
5 Tips for Adding Value to Your Transactions
A recent read for us here at Brick + Ember Outfitters, “101 Things Everyone Should Know About Real Estate Investing” by Seth Williams.
We picked five tips from the list of 101 tips, mainly because 101 would be insane right now! Given your time allowances as an agent we’ve got to keep you moving…
1. Collaborate. Find great team members to help you pull off your overall vision. One person…
Fireplace
Indianapolis Fireplace Services
When searching for a home in the Indianapolis area, many folks often choose homes fitted with fireplaces. Apart from being a heat source, fireplaces add architectural interest and a sense of luxury to the inside and the outside of your home.
If you’re thinking about a fireplace but don’t know where to start, look no further than the Brick + Ember…
Waterproofing
Chimney Waterproofing
Because they stand above the roofline of the home, all chimneys are extremely vulnerable to the elements, and nearly every chimney has visible signs of weathering. To stop the effects of weathering, contact the Indianapolis Brick + Ember Outfitters to schedule a chimney waterproofing. This will keep water from permeating the masonry on your chimney.
Although most…
Chase Covers
Chimney chase covers are an essential part of maintaining a safe, well-functioning chimney. However, most people are unaware of the vital purpose they serve and, sometimes, aren’t even entirely sure what they are.
What is a chimney chase cover?
To understand what a chimney chase cover is, it’s necessary to know the term “chimney chase.” In layman's terms, a chimney chase is the portion of…
Installation
A chimney is an architectural and practical component of your home, and installation requires significant attention to detail. If you already have a chimney, first assess it for necessary repairs and maintenance. After significant damage or due to structural inefficiencies, your home may need a new chimney installation.
Signs You Need a Chimney Repair
Efflorescence
When excessive moisture…