What is combustion air and why do you need it?
The use of fire has been an integral part of human evolution and civilization throughout the ages. As humans were able to learn how to control fire, we were able to spend more time [...]
Average Service Life of Different Residential Roofing Materials
Average Service Life of Different Residential Roofing Materials Choosing the right roofing material is crucial for homeowners, as it directly impacts the durability, maintenance, and overall aesthetics of a house. Different roofing materials offer [...]
Oregon Carbon Monoxide Alarm Law
Oregon Carbon Monoxide Alarm Rules: What is Carbon Monoxide & why should I care about it? Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas that is deadly. We can only detect carbon monoxide [...]
What are Pushmatic / Bulldog Electrical Panels?
There are a few different electrical panel brands that home inspectors look for in a home that are potentially dangerous and defective. When these types of panels are found, most home inspectors will recommend [...]
Temperature Pressure Relief Valve (TPR)
The unassuming valve and discharge pipe on the exterior of water heaters are some very important parts of the home, preventing extremely dangerous situations from arising. The temperature-pressure relief valve (TPR) can be often [...]
Manufactured Home Flashing
One thing you are likely to never see while inspecting a manufactured home is horizontal flashing. In fact, sometimes no flashing is installed on the entire exterior of the home. Rather than rely on [...]