Matthew Furlong Earns Thermography Certificate
Matthew Furlong has earned a Level 1 Certified Infrared Thermographer Certificate. To earn this certificate, Furlong completed a 32-hour in-person course that walked students through [...]
Building a Home Office? It’s Important to Do It Right.
Our world is changing, and both business and home owners must change along with it. One significant change we’re seeing is the proliferation of home [...]
What is the Building Code and Why is it Important?
Whenever construction is to be performed on a residential or commercial property, it is imperative that any and all work conforms to the minimum standards [...]
Why House Wrap Must Be Installed Properly
When homes are constructed, they include what is commonly called a “house wrap.” This is a thin layer of protection installed between the structure and [...]
Antibacterial Properties of Copper & Copper Alloys
In earlier days of construction, it was not unusual to see door hardware made of brass. But nowadays, much of our hardware, including railings, has [...]
These Algae-Resistant Roofing Shingles Come With a Warning About Gutter Damage
The company CertainTeed has issued a warning about one of its products: the CertainTeed Algae-Resistant Shingles. And it is up to the homeowner to know [...]
GFCI and AFCI Outlets: What’s the Difference?
If you in a new home, or one that has been recently remodeled, your home most likely contains either GFCI or AFCI outlets—or both. It [...]
Is Your Contractor Working Multiple Jobs?
When you interview, then hire a construction contractor, you are generally given a schedule that includes both costs and a time frame for completion. This [...]
Can You Recognize Structural Damage in Your Home?
Some of the most expensive repairs come from structural damage. But are you savvy enough to recognize what might be costly structural damage in your [...]
Don’t Build a New Home Without Construction Consulting
When you’ve decided to build a home, there are many considerations—before, during and after the construction process. Since you may not be a construction expert [...]