What Do Cracks in the Walls Mean?
Have you noticed cracks in the walls and worry that these are indications of serious issues? You’ll be glad to know that some cracks are [...]
Meet Matthew Furlong, CBC, RBC
When you have a construction complaint, you need a non-biased expert on your side—like Matthew Furlong. Furlong specializes in forensic engineering, scientific investigations, technical report [...]
Consumer Beware: Faulty Product Installation Can Void Your Warranty
When you purchase a product for your home or home improvement, it is important to understand the warranty. What is more important, however, is to [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Why do CPVC Pipes Fail?
One of the services we offer here at Först Consulting Group is Forensic Investigation. That means we go into a construction site or building to [...]
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 [...]
What is a Construction Forensic Investigation…and Why Do You Need One?
Most people are aware of the term “forensic investigation” from watching TV crime shows like CSI or Law & Order SVU. But they may not [...]