Automatic Gas Shut Off Valves
Installing an automatic gas shut off valve is a wise decision that can help keep you and your family safe in case of a gas leak. There are two main types of automatic gas [...]
Damaged Fiberglass Bathtubs and Shower Enclosures
Damaged Fiberglass Bathtubs and Shower Enclosures Damage at fiberglass bathtub and shower enclosures can result from poor installation or from physical damage caused by dropped items or regular use. Once a fiberglass enclosure is [...]
Attic Mold
Have you ever looked in your attic and noticed black, brown, or white patchy or fuzzy areas present on the roof sheathing or framing? While this is a common occurrence, particularly in regions with [...]
DIY Weather-Stripping and Insulation at Attic and Crawlspace Hatches
Attic Access Hatch In most homes, air leakage through building penetrations is something that is hard to avoid, but there are some places in the home where excess air leakage can be [...]
Keeping Your Air Conditioner Compressor Level
An often overlooked part of a home’s HVAC system, except for during the hot summer months, is the air conditioning compressor. This usually looks like a large vented metal box containing a fan which [...]
Can a crawlspace be unventilated (requirements for a sealed crawlspace)?
Residential building architecture and construction techniques can differ from place to place, especially when considering the foundation type. Generally, in North America, there are three types of foundations used regularly. Slab on grade, basements [...]