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 [...]
How Dangerous is a Bathroom Exhaust Fan?
When you shower, moisture builds up in your bathroom. That’s why you have a bathroom exhaust fan that can vent moisture out and away from [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
12 Best Ways to Secure Your Home
Your home is your refuge, your safe place away from the world. That’s why it’s so important that you protect that space from possible intrusion. [...]
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 [...]