How To Fix a Pop-up Sink Stopper
Sink stopper not closing all the way. Pop-up sink stoppers are common to find in many bathroom sinks and their larger counterparts can also be found in many bathtubs. These stoppers are [...]
Hidden Defects Brought to Light: The Benefits of Thermal Imaging
A home inspection is a visual only inspection of the accessible areas of a home. Because home inspectors are not legally allowed to use invasive techniques, there are some limitations as to what can [...]
What is Combustion Air and Why Do You Need It?
Gas appliances are common in many homes and provide warm air through furnaces, hot water through gas water heaters, and other appliances such as gas clothes dryers. However, unlike electric appliances, gas appliances require [...]
Federal Pacific Panels
Federal Pacific Electric Co. (FPE) was a manufacturer of faulty electrical panel components, most commonly known, Stab-Lok panels. In 1949 the Federal Pacific company filed their first patent and in 1963, a patent for [...]
Fiberglass Batt Insulation Orientation
Fiberglass batt insulation has been installed in residential construction since the 1930s. Fiberglass batts are easy to install and are used to slow the spread of cold and heat in a home. Common areas [...]
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 [...]