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Protecting Your Basement

It’s a special time of year! Azaleas are out, the heat and A/C are off, and windows are open. That’s means…It’s dehumidifier time!

Yes, we need to talk dehumidifiers people. Not as exciting as the azaleas in bloom or the savings in your utility bills, but a very important topic nonetheless. We’ve had a lot of rain, and even if you’ve been lucky and haven’t had any water seepage, you can bet you’ve got a higher level of moisture in the lower level than most times of year. Unless you’ve got a basement that is mostly above ground and there is no moisture intrusion at all (meaning you keep your gutters clean, the downspouts are extended and there is good positive grade around the foundation), you’ve got a breeding ground for moisture and mold. Some dehumidifiers fill up every day until the air dries out some.

So first step – get a dehumidifier! Next step, address any moisture concerns. Need help or advice?  Contact us: info@GoBrentTeam.com or 301.565.2523.

Weekend Happenings – Silver Spring & Takoma Park

It was a LONG, WET week but the sun is shining and the weekend is here! The weather looks promising — sunny and 70º so it should be a great weekend to get out and do something fun. Here’s a round-up of a few local Silver Spring and Takoma Park events that just might fit the bill:

Annual Touch Truck @ Silver Spring Nursery School
Saturday, May 3 from 10AM – 1PM
Trucks of every kind for children to explore. There will also be live music, food, arts & crafts, a book fair, and face painting.

Woodlin Spring Fair @ Woodlin Elementary in North Woodside
Saturday, May 3 from 2PM – 5PM
Inflatable Obstacle Course, “Just Dance” Dance Off, Face Painting, Live Band, Flower Sale, Food & Bake Sale, Raffles, and more!

Old Takoma Art Hop
Saturday, May 3 & Sunday, May 4 from 10AM – 6PM
The 5th annual Art Hop will showcase a variety of art including photography, jewelry and wearable art, paintings, sculptures, collage and mixed media works.  Come see the work of over 70 of artists in shops, restaurants, and galleries throughout Old Town, the Takoma Junction and Takoma DC.

Takoma Park House and Garden Tour
Sunday, May 4 from 1PM – 5PM
Historic Takoma’s 2014 House and Garden Tour showcases the “Spirit of Holly Avenue.” The self-guided tour, includes several spectacular homes and gardens.

Fiesta Asia (Ellsworth Dr. & Fountain Plaza)
Sunday, May 4 from 10AM – 6PM
Asia Heritage Foundation hosts performances, food, crafts, interactive activities, and shopping.

Taste of Fenton Village (between Thayer & Silver Spring Avenues)
Sunday, May 4 from 1PM – 6PM
This family-friendly “restaurant crawl” offers $2 – $5 sample appetizers and tasting plates with international flavors. Rain or shine, 31 Fenton Village restaurants will welcome event attendees to sample their diverse cuisines and cultures at the same time.

Dive on In …. Silver Spring Pool Round Up!

April 15th may be tax day to most but to me it’s the official start of summer – it’s the day I send in my summer pool dues. My thoughts are already drifting to spending time with family and friends sitting poolside. We joined our pool about 13 years ago and have graduated from the baby pool, to the shallow end and now the diving well. I’ve finally reached the “other side” and can read a book or actually have a conversation!

There are lots of local pools with awesome swim teams and snack shacks, social events and holiday celebrations. If you are looking to join a pool, we’ve compiled a list of some local ones with links to the pool home page and membership info.

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