Before the Concrete Sets: Why a Footing Inspection Matters for Monolithic Slabs
Because you only pour your footings once.
Is Your Bathroom Fan Doing Enough? Understanding CFM, Makeup Air, and Ventilation Standards
For those of us who love long, hot showers.
Tall Crawlspaces, Taller Problems: Understanding Masonry Pier Loads
Why tall piers can sometimes be a tall order.
What Lies Beneath: Understanding Soil Bearing Capacity and Your Home's Foundation
How applying solid methods finds solid ground.
Is Modern Lumber a Problem for New Homes?
Lumber: older isn’t always better, but neither is brand new. It’s complicated.
Blueprints and Beyond: Maximizing Your Pre-Drywall Home Inspection
How to maximize your pre-drywall inspection.
Bolted Down and Broken Up: The Wedge Anchor Saga
How a lack of forethought can lead to a lot of problems.
Radon Exposure: Why a 48-Hour Test Might Be Misleading When Buying a Home
The 48-hour radon test. Is it a snapshot or a reality?
Sound Dampening on a Budget: Key Strategies for Reducing Noise
"Silence is the sleep that nourishes wisdom." – Francis Bacon
Sweat, Mold, and Bugs: The Case Against Vented Crawlspaces
Farming all things unpleasant from your crawlspace.
Understanding Vapor Barriers in Mixed-Humid Climates
Moisture control: because houses are not meant to sweat.
From Dusty Storage to Dream Room: The Right Way to Convert Your Attic
Why that throw rug might be the proverbial straw.
How to Hire an HVAC Company for a New System: A Checklist for Success
Why rule of thumb and laws of physics don’t agree.
Beneath the Bounce: What Makes Floors Vibrate and How to Fix It (Part 2)
Helping you stay grounded.
Beneath the Bounce: What Makes Floors Vibrate and How to Fix It (Part 1)
An exposé on why floors and trampolines should be mutually exclusive.
Cool It Down: The Fascinating Journey of the Refrigeration Cycle
Less interesting than a fridge on a bike but still interesting!
Why Your Ceiling is Playing Tug-of-War: The Truth About Truss Uplift
The sky isn’t falling, but since you asked…
Duct Drama: When Your HVAC Turns Your Home Into a Vacuum
Air is good, except when it’s not.
Digging Deep: Adventures in Foundation Follies (Part 2)
Foundation walls: Where stability meets reality