How To Replace A Toilet Seal
When you look at the toilet in your bathroom, you won't see the toilet seal. It is, nevertheless, a crucial part on the toilet and is installed at the base of the toilet. It [...]
Cleaning the Gutter and Downspout System
In the Pacific Northwest, keeping water away from the home structure is of the upmost importance. With an average of over 42 inches of rainfall in the Portland/Vancouver Metro Area, your gutter and downspout [...]
What are acceptable clearances for metal flue pipes?
Maintaining proper clearances between the flues of combustion appliances like wood stoves, fireplaces, furnaces, pellet stoves, etc. is critical to help prevent damage to the home and potential fires. Any substance or surface that [...]
How to Fix a Slow Draining Sink, Toilet or Tub.
A slow draining sink, tub, or shower are a common problem and one that we find often during the home inspection. A slow draining plumbing fixture can be the result of a simple clogged [...]
How to Secure Loose Electrical Receptacles
One of the most common electrical defects found in a home during a general home inspection is loose electrical receptacles. Loose receptacles can be found in old homes, and even newly constructed homes. Loose [...]
Difference Between HRV and ERV
Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) is a technology used to improve the indoor air quality of a building while also enhancing energy efficiency. It is particularly common in residential and commercial buildings where airtight construction [...]