Foundation Crack Repairs
Concrete foundations are an important building component that are used to support the weight of the structures above them. Lack of a proper foundation can cause structures to settle. In some cases, damaged or [...]
Why you shouldn’t select an “interior only” home inspection.
Many home inspectors offer what is called an “interior only” home inspection for condos and townhomes. Oftentimes, the cost for an interior only home inspection is less than a full general home inspection since [...]
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 Replace a Dryer Vent Hose
Dryers have become a staple appliance along with washing machines and are a huge time saver. Since the invention of electric dryers in 1937, clothes dryers have grown in popularity and can now be [...]
Common Retaining Wall Problems
Retaining walls are an important building component that help to secure the ground around a home. They are commonly installed when a home is built on a hillside, and where the hillside is cut [...]
Foundation Vents and Basement Windows Below Grade
Foundation Vent Below Grade Foundation vents are an important part of the crawlspace ventilation system in most homes with an unconditioned underfloor area. While these vents help to lower moisture levels in [...]