Where are heat sources required in a home?
There are certain requirements for a home in order for it to be considered habitable. In many cases, these types of requirements can determine whether a home can qualify for financing or not. Home [...]
How to Prevent Pest Intrusion
Homes are designed to keep many things out including water, excessive heat or cold, inclement weather, and pests. While homes are good at keeping most of these things out, there are always some chinks [...]
Protective Sleeve for CSST
Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) is a type of flexible piping used in the installation of natural gas and propane supply lines in residential and commercial buildings. CSST is a more flexible and easier-to-install [...]
Drainage Pipe Slope
Drainage pipes are an essential component of every home’s plumbing system. Drainage pipes are part of a home’s DWV (Drain Waste Vent) system and provide the avenue in which water and waste leave the [...]
Why Should Siding Have Clearance from the Ground?
Siding deterioration and moisture penetration can be detrimental to a home if not addressed. Moisture that penetrates the siding material can seep into the substrate and framing causing structural issues. Moisture penetration also creates [...]
How to Repair Nail Pops and Drywall Cracks
Nail Pop Nail pops and drywall cracks are common cosmetic defects that can form in recently built homes, or in homes that have undergone recent drywall repairs. In most cases these cosmetic [...]