Kickout Flashing – Code Confusion
Kickout flashing that is too small Kickout flashing, also referred to as diverter flashing, is intended to prevent water intrusion into building structural components and direct it back to the exterior. Although [...]
Self Closing Garage Occupant Doors
Fire is one of the most destructive and life threatening hazards to a home and can lead to significant damage or death if it is allowed to spread unchecked. While the most common area [...]
Why Foundation Ties Should Be Removed
There are all sorts of safety hazards around a home that may not be obvious to everyone, but that should be addressed to ensure safety. Hiring a home inspector to check a home for [...]
How Do You Test Garage Door Automatic Reverse Safety Features?
When functioning properly an automatic garage door is a convenient component of a home that helps to protect homeowners and their possessions. A malfunctioning garage door opener, on the other hand, can be a significant [...]
Broken Window Seals
Most modern windows in homes are made up of multiple panes of glass which are separated by air gaps, which are then sealed around the edges by a flexible rubber seal. Insulated Glass Units [...]
Bug Screen Repair – DIY
Damaged bug screen. Do you have windows with missing or damaged screens? Tracking down the correct sized screens that fit into an older window can be difficult, and if you do find [...]