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‘Tis the season to be safe.
‘Tis the season to be safe. According to the NFPA, between 2013-2017, U.S. fire departments responded to an average 160 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year. These fires caused an average of three deaths, 15 injuries, and $10 million in direct property damage annually. On average, one of every 52 reported home…
Ice Dams and Infrared (Thermal) Imaging
Ice dams are a nuisance and can cause expensive damage to soffit areas, roof sheathing, gutters, and the most outer portion of living area walls. These ice build-ups can be alleviated, but each house tends to have different reasons for the ice to accumulate in the first place. First, let examine how this massive ice mound…
Is your home prepared for winter?
Home Winterization Winterization is the process of preparing a home for the harsh conditions of winter. It is usually performed in the fall before snow and excessive cold have arrived. Winterization protects against damage due to bursting water pipes, and from heat loss due to openings in the building envelope. Plumbing System Water damage caused…
Why Do You Need to Be Concerned About Lead?
Why Do You Need to Be Concerned About Lead? Lead is a toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around our homes. Lead also can be emitted into the air from industrial sources and leaded aviation gasoline, and lead can enter drinking water from plumbing materials. Lead may cause…