Downspouts Terminating too Close to the Home
A common issue that we find, particularly in older homes, is downspouts that terminate next to a home’s foundation. When a home’s roof structure has a gutter system installed, the downspouts, which are integrated [...]
Interchangeable Breakers
Circuit breakers are an important part of a home’s electrical system and protect electrical circuits from overcurrent or short circuits. Electrical panel manufacturer’s design and install different varieties of circuit breakers for different panel [...]
How to Refinish a Deck
Many of the decks that we inspect have finish coatings that are at or past the end of their useful service life. In our wet climate, maintaining a protective finish coating on the deck [...]
Fix a Leaking Kitchen Faucet – DIY
Kitchen sink faucets are an essential part of a home’s plumbing system and provide hot and cold water on demand. However, like most household systems, these can need repair or replacement periodically. Dripping or [...]
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 [...]
Damaged Plumbing Vent Boots
Plumbing vents are an essential part of a home’s DWV (Drain Waste and Vent) system. They supply fresh air to the plumbing system in the home, which helps with proper water circulation. Additionally, plumbing [...]