Condo and HOA Services
Condominium complexes and homeowner associations (Condo and HOAs) need special investigations and reports to ensure the financial health, sustainability, and effective management of their communities. [...]
Matthew Furlong Earns Commercial Mechanical Inspector (M2) Certification
Matthew Furlong, owner of Först Consulting Group, recently earned his Commercial Mechanical Inspector certification (M2) through the International Code Council (ICC), and completed continuing education [...]
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Natural Gas
Many homeowners enjoy heating and cooking with natural gas. Professional chefs prefer to cook with gas because of its responsiveness to heat controls, and some [...]
Buyer Beware when Hiring an Unlicensed Contractor Under New Virginia Bill
In another case of “buyer beware,” in April 2022, Virginia legislature passed a bill declaring that contracting work valued at less than $25,000 can be [...]
Technology’s Role in Modern Forensic Investigations of Construction Defects
In forensic investigations of construction defects, technology has emerged as a formidable ally, empowering construction defect consultants to provide more accurate insights than ever before. [...]
The Top Challenges in Construction Defect Investigations
Construction defect investigations are an essential aspect of the construction claims industry, aimed at identifying and resolving issues that arise from faulty workmanship or materials. [...]
Why a Vapor Barrier is Important to Protecting Your Home
When you own a home, it makes sense to know a little about its construction and why certain things are done like they are. And [...]
What Does a Shower Failure Mean?
A shower failure refers to a situation where your shower does not work as intended, meaning it does not provide water, the water pressure is [...]
How to Prevent Frozen Water Pipes
The last thing you want to find when returning home from work, or getting up in the morning in freezing weather is that your faucets [...]
Why Zoning is Important
When purchasing a property, building a structure or making changes or improvements to one, it is essential to pay particular attention to local zoning regulations [...]