The Crucial Need for Moisture and Mold Testing After Storm Surge Flooding
When a storm surge hits, the consequences can be devastating. Properties situated in flood-prone areas are particularly susceptible to...
Understanding the Difference Between Mold Sampling and Mold Assessment
Mold growth is a common issue that homeowners and property owners might encounter. It not only poses risks to the structural integrity of...
Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde is a colorless, pungent-smelling chemical widely used in industries that manufacture building materials and numerous...
Fire Safety for the Home
The U.S. Fire Administration reports that more than 403,000 home fires occurred in the U.S. in 2008, causing 2,780 deaths and more than...
Electrical Safety 101
Electricity is an essential part of our lives. However, it has the potential to cause great harm. Electrical systems will function almost...
Dryer Vent Safety
Clothes dryers evaporate the water from wet clothing by blowing hot air past them while they tumble inside a spinning drum. Heat is...
Deck Receptacles
Are exterior receptacles required at decks? The 2008 edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC) describes two requirements for...
Humidistat What is it? Do I need it?
This is a common question we get during a home inspection, "What is that dial next to the Thermostat?" It is a Humidistat. To simplify...
Concrete for Exterior and Structural Walls
According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the Portland Cement Association (PCA), concrete homes account for...
Carpet In Bathrooms???
Carpeted bathrooms are bathrooms that have carpeted floors instead of traditional floor surfaces, such as tile or vinyl. Despite their...
