Chimney Cleaning
The Risks of Chimney Fires and the Need for Chimney Cleaning Picture yourself nestled up in front of a warm, crackling fire, enjoying the warmth and comfort it offers. The risk of chimney fires, [...]
Common gutter problems
Gutter systems are important for protecting the home from roof drainage. Gutters and downspouts work with flashings to direct the water away from walls and foundations, and toward rainwater management systems, such as storm [...]
A Slippery Slope – Poor Grading
Water should drain away from a home. While simply said, not so easily done. Many lots are sloped up away from the home, what is called a negative grade, on at least one side. [...]
What is Louisiana-Pacific (LP) Inner-Seal Siding?
Louisiana-Pacific was hit with a barrage of lawsuits in the 1990s over the alleged subpar performance of LP's faux-cedar Inner-Seal siding. LP Inner-Seal siding was produced from 1985-1995. Inner-Seal siding from LP came with [...]
Don’t Pull Combustion Air from Bedrooms and Bathrooms
The dangers of having a gas fired appliance within a bedroom or other small space intended for occupation may seem obvious, however, these conditions are often found in older homes. Unfortunately, many people have [...]
Downspouts Terminating on Shingles
Downspouts are an essential part of the stormwater management system of a home, which includes gutters, downspouts, and downspout drains. While gutters collect rain water at the roof eaves, downspouts direct this water to [...]