Help a Great Cause at the Idaho Falls ReStore

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Today, I'm out at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore to speak with Kim, the manager. The store helps fund Habitat for Humanity in the Idaho Falls area. I actually didn't know about this place until I needed a door for a garage, and someone recommended the ReStore. I was shocked to see that the store is full of all kinds of things.

Habitat for Humanity is a great organization that provides housing for people who can't get a house through conventional loans. These people volunteer, and put in a lot of sweat equity working on their homes and get a no-interest loan. The store itself carries lightly-used light fixtures, furniture, and flooring, among other things. The store recently received a donation of $11,000 worth of carpet, which they will then sell at a discounted price. This not only provides value for the buyer, but raises funds for the organization. 

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Habitat is a great organization that provides housing for people who can't get a house through conventional loans.

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As you look around, you'll see couches, beds, books, and doors, and supplies for contractors and remodelers. Contractors and remodelers also bring in things like hardwood flooring and paint. Local shops have donated a lot of brand new paint lately. Kim pointed out what a generous community we have! The stuff inside the store is really neat and clean; it's not junk. If you're doing work on your home, you should stop by. You can help yourself and help a good cause at the same time.

The store is located at 1954 N. Yellowstone, and you can reach them by phone at 208-552-0491.

If you have any questions, give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to help you!

The Process of Removing Radon

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In our last blog we discussed the problem with radon in homes, specifically in our local area. Today we'll be going over the process of radon remediation. To do this, we're filming in the basement of a home that went beyond typical radon readings. I'm back with Gary from Radon Be Gone  and he's going to show us the process.

The process starts by drilling a large hole into the concrete in the basement. This forms a suction pit so that all of the radon gas and other soil gases can be drawn out of the basement. A large pipe is then run through the home into the rooftop where it is blown out of the home via a fan at the end of the pipe in the attic. The fan itself is lightweight, energy-efficient, and relatively noise-free. They last anywhere from 10-15 years. It will cost roughly $75 per year to power.

We want to remind you that we're doing this video because roughly 20% of the homes in Idaho Falls have higher percentages of radon gas than the EPA allows. The levels of radon get worse as you head north, so be sure to contact us if you feel the need to test your home.

As always, please don't hesitate to contact me if you need any assistance with real estate in Idaho Falls. I look forward to hearing from you!