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How to Determine if You Have a Load-Bearing Wall
Removing or altering these walls without proper support can lead to serious structural issues and costly repairs.
Removing or altering these walls without proper support can lead to serious structural issues and costly repairs.
We have speakers outside of our building that we usually use to play a school bell to signal our students to return to class after breaks. Tonight, I was playing some old music. There was a mother and her child outside, so I decided to turn it up a little Read more…
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We see amazing things when we inspect homes some of these are just too crazy not to share, here are some of our favorites.
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Be Careful Pressure Washing Vinyl Siding As the season transitions and homeowners prepare for spring cleaning, attention naturally shifts to the exterior of the house. Amidst the array of tasks, one often underestimated chore is the maintenance of vinyl siding. While renowned for its longevity and low upkeep, vinyl siding Read more…
The question isn’t can you, but should you?Vinyl siding moves/expands/contracts with the weather more than other types of cladding. Vinyl siding, known for its flexibility with temperature changes, requires unrestricted movement horizontally after installation. Usually, the panels overlap, it’s recommended they do so by approximately half the length of the Read more…
As a seasoned home inspector and passionate instructor, sharing this adventure with my students is one of the highlights of my career
Excessive length – more than 30 feet use of more than four elbows or bends in discharge piping, or reduction of discharge line size will cause a restriction and reduce the discharge capacity of the
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Residential swimming pools are a great source of enjoyment for families, but they can also pose a serious safety hazard if proper safety barriers are not installed. As a home inspector, it’s crucial to have an understanding of the safety barrier guidelines for residential pools to ensure that your clients Read more…