Chimneys are important parts of many homes, helping to provide warmth and ambiance through the use of fireplaces and wood stoves. To make sure the chimney system works safely and efficiently, regular inspections are key. There are various kinds of chimney inspections. At the most basic level, these are inspections that a home owner [...]
The quality of water coming out of our plumbing fixtures is a key aspect of maintaining a healthy and comfortable home. When the water looks discolored, it can be alarming for the home owner or buyer. Most will start to ask questions about the water’s safety, origin, and potential impacts on both health and [...]
Picture yourself on a nice sunny day at your home, enjoying the yard, maybe cutting grass or gardening. Your elderly neighbor passes by and you smile and wave. As they do the same, they catch their foot on a concrete slab that has heaved or settled, and then they trip and fall. No one [...]
What if you could save money, breathe cleaner air, enjoy enhanced safety and comfort in your home all while improving your overall peace of mind for a relatively small investment? Let's look at why HVAC preventative maintenance is such a good idea. Save money: Regular HVAC maintenance is estimated to lower the chance of [...]
Roof anchors are devices or components designed to provide a secure attachment point on a roof for the purpose of supporting personal fall arrest systems (PFAS) or other safety equipment. They are an essential part of fall protection systems and are used to protect workers who perform tasks at heights, such as maintenance, construction, [...]
When a door rubs against its frame or the floor, it creates friction. Over time, this friction can cause wear and tear on both the door and the frame. The constant rubbing can lead to the paint or finish on the door being worn away, exposing the underlying material to potential damage. Similarly, the [...]
A common defect that we find while inspecting showers is that a gap has formed between a fixture, such as the faucet or faucet handle, and the shower enclosure. This is an issue because it presents an avenue for water to make its way behind the enclosure and into the wall assembly. Most faucets [...]
Windows that don’t slide smoothly, don’t stay up when opened, or open at a crooked angle are a nuisance. Modern double-hung and single slider windows that open up and down have a balance system installed in the frame that guides the window and holds it in place. When a channel balance becomes disconnected or [...]
A home that smells of smoke can be problematic for some home buyers. Not only does the smell of smoke linger, but smoke accumulation over time will stain the walls and ceilings. Cigarette smoke in particular has a distinct odor and stains walls, floors, and ceilings because it creates tiny amounts of oil and [...]
Mold growth on a home’s soffits and adjacent components, such as fascia boards and gutters, can be a mysterious and frustrating condition for a homeowner. Soffits are the exterior horizontal undersize components at the eaves of a home. They are typically made of wood but can also be made of vinyl or other materials. [...]
