Floors
Creaking Floors – The 4 Main Reasons
Floor creaking may be related to the installation of the floor or to the homes foundation settling. Other reasons include...
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Drywall
Drywall Cracks - What causes cracking, when is it structural?
Cracks develop in wall and ceiling areas. What are they a sign of and what can be done?
Structural
Ceiling Cracks: A Structural Warning Sign or Cosmetic?
Know which ceiling cracks are serious and which ones are just cosmetic.
Garage
Cracks In a Concrete Garage Floor: When Are They Serious
There are a few times that cracks in a garage floor are a warning sign of foundation or other problems; can you recognize them?
Structural
Foundation Cracks: Causes, Seriousness and When To Worry
If your foundation has a crack or cracks know what to look for to determine if they are major or minor.
Drywall
Drywall Cracks at Door and Window Corners - Causes and When Serious
When are drywall cracks at door and window corners NOT normal or cosmetic?
Health & Safety
Essential information to keep your home and family safe.
11 Places NOT to Put Smoke Alarms - can you name them?
Ensure your safety by knowing where NOT to put smoke alarms. Avoid false alarms and dead zones with this guide on proper smoke detector placement.
Identifying Asbestos in a Home
Worried about asbestos? Learn how to identify potential asbestos in popcorn ceilings and specific materials in older homes.
Lead Paint - What Years Did They Use It?
Find out when lead paint was used in homes, when and if it is a hazard and what you can do about it if it is a concern.
Are Carbon Monoxide Detectors Required In A Garage?
Homeowner often wonder if there should be a carbon monoxide detector in their garage, because automobiles give off carbon monoxide; a poisonous and odorless gas that can kill you. The answer surprises many people.
7 Places NOT to Put Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, tasteless, and poisonous. Knowing where to put CO alarms and where not to can save your life.
What Are The Requirements To Remove an Asbestos "Popcorn" Ceiling ?
Requirements for removing asbestos popcorn ceilings depends on whether you are the homeowner or a contractor. Know them before you start.
Hidden Sources of Poisonous Carbon Monoxide In Your Home | Safety Checklist
Sources of carbon monoxide, the “Silent Killer,” in a home; know the 5 hidden places to look before it’s too late.
Is A Carbon Monoxide Alarm Required In a Bedroom
The short answer is yes, a carbon monoxide alarm is required, if there is a fossil fuel burning appliance, like a fireplace, in the bedroom or in an attached bathroom with a fireplace.
Prepare for Winter
Frost Protected Shallow Foundations: Ensuring Structural Integrity in Cold Climates
Frost protected shallow foundations mitigate massive potential issues from freeze thaw cycles and the damage they cause to homes.
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Innovative Oil Lamp Convection Heater: A Sustainable, Low-Cost Heating Solution for Small Spaces
Heat a small home for mere dollars with this DIY oil burning heater. Fast, safe and efficient, its a project worth investing in.
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Attic Insulation: Older Insulation May Be A Fire Hazard Or A Health Concern
Is your older attic insulation a safety risk? Learn about potential fire hazards and health concerns, including vermiculite, associated with old insulation.
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Ceiling Cracks: A Structural Warning Sign or Cosmetic?
Are those ceiling cracks a structural warning sign or just cosmetic? Learn to identify the difference and know when to call a professional.
Do You Need a Permit to Replace a Water Heater?
Building jurisdictions in nearly all cities and counties require a permit to replace a water heater for safety and efficiency concerns.
Sloping and Sagging Floors: What's Acceptable and When A Structural Concern
The average person can sense if a floor slopes 1 inch in 10 feet and sloping floors or sagging floors are often one of the warning signs that structural engineers look for when analyzing a house. Although most floors slope, it is important to know how much and why.