Should I Have More Than One Type of Attic Vent?
Absolutely, yes! Your attic ventilation works on the simple property of physics in which hot air rises. For that principle to apply to your...
What Are Common Problems With Crawl Spaces?
Basically, they are typically dark, dirty, damp, cramped, and littered with bugs, critters, plumbing and gas pipes, trash, debris and maybe insulation that has...
What Are The Different Types Of Roof Vents And How Do They Work?
Attic vents come in a wide variety of styles to accommodate the ventilation and aesthetic requirements of the wide range of roof designs and...
Why Are There Joints in Concrete?
Perhaps you have often wondered why joints are placed in your concrete driveway and sidewalk. They detract from the smooth look of the driveway...
What causes ceiling stains in my house?
Common Causes of Water Stains on the Ceiling What causes water stains on the ceiling of your home? There are many reasons for why...
How Do I Estimate My Monthly Note?
As you prepare to purchase a new house or perhaps refinance your existing house, estimating your new monthly note (obligation) to plan your financial...
What are Flex Duct Installation Defects?
Flexible duct or Flex duct is often used in the installation of residential Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems to distribute treated air...
Florescent Light Problems
Florescent lights are inexpensive to purchase and install making them an appealing light source for homes, workshops, utility rooms, and storage rooms. Installation of...
What is a GFCI receptacle?
So, you have heard the term “GFCI receptacle” but do not know what it means. First, the word “receptacle” is often interchanged with the...
Common Wood Destroying Insects
Wood-destroying insects are always a concern for homeowners, with the most egregious of the insects being termites. Common wood destroying insects in houses include...
The Purpose of the Backflow Preventer
What is this thing in my yard? It is ugly and not easy to hide with landscape plants. Well, this is a Pressure Vacuum...
Wall Base Flashing
What is wall base flashing? Well, it is never seen but especially important in the water management in the exterior wall of your house....
The Value of Tuck Pointing
What is tuck pointing? Tuck pointing is a term used in the repair of masonry walls and veneers on houses – specifically referring to...
9 Home Inspection Categories
Home inspection protocols were developed for the real estate community to help buyers of houses learn about the condition(s) of the house they were...
After the Flood (A Checklist)
What do you do? You evacuated your house before a storm and flood waters have destroyed your house and your personal belongings. You feel...
Documenting the Damage after a Flood
Regrettably, you may be dealing with the terrible aftermath of a catastrophe like a flood or hurricane. Things like flood damage, wind damage, structural...
