Downspouts Terminating too Close to the Home
A common issue that we find, particularly in older homes, is downspouts that terminate next to a home’s foundation. When a home’s roof structure has a gutter system installed, the downspouts, which are integrated [...]
Tempered Glass Requirements
Tempered glass is a type of safety glass that is manufactured through a process of controlled thermal and chemical treatments. The purpose of tempering is to increase the strength and safety properties of the [...]
Sacrificial Anode for Water Heater Replacement
Sacrificial Anode for Water Heater Replacement A sacrificial anode is a component used in water heaters and other metal structures that are in contact with water. Its purpose is to protect the metal tank [...]
Washington State Smoke Alarm Requirements
Smoke Alarm Rules In Washington State: Why We Need Alarms: Smoke alarms are a key part of a fire escape plan and are vital for the protection of home occupants in case of a [...]
How Many Downspouts Do You Need?
Downspouts are an integral component of a roof’s drainage system. Downspouts transport rainwater and snowmelt from the gutters down into a storm drain system or otherwise away from the home. In the Pacific Northwest [...]
Why should “hot” white conductors be re-identified as black conductors?
When inspectors inspect electrical systems, they are looking for any installation errors, shock and fire hazards, and also labeling issues. Since electrical systems can cause injury or fire, making sure that all of the [...]