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Cracks in exterior and foundation walls can be a huge and costly problem. They can be a result of any number of conditions, such as on going settlement, soil conditions, undersized footings, added weight and the list goes on and on. Whatever the reason, foundation cracks can be a fortune to repai...
08/19/2013
Shims are an important building material used in construction and a number of interior and exterior installations. Most often shims are used when installing windows and doors to make them level and balanced. Shims are also used extensively on stair carriages and stringers. They are also used to g...
08/16/2013
If you like watching old black and white movies like I do, then you probably noticed the handsomely and beautifully made staircases. You likely noticed the beautiful dark wooden handrails some with goose neck ends and caps. How about the stylish balusters. Did you notice the carefully made starti...
08/11/2013
Out of the mouth of babes, a phase coined well over two thousand years ago is still applicable today. Recently when I was doing a home and termite inspection the owners young son, around seven or eight years old was about to enter the house through the back door. Before he went inside he said to ...
08/03/2013
We're well into 2013 and I thought the debate of whether having a home inspection was practical or not in the real estate transaction was over. I guess for some, a small minority anyway, the debate continues. At a recent home inspection in my neighborhood in Uniondale Long Island, my client said ...
08/01/2013
    Regularly inspecting and changing your air filter is a sure way of keeping your unit running smoothly, avoiding costly repairs and down time, and keeping money in your pocket. When should you replace and inspect your air filter? Here are some factors to consider. If you look at the graphic a...
04/30/2013
Regular home maintenance is essential for the smooth operation of the many systems and components in and outside of your home. There are some tasks that if left unattended, can lead to a home system that’s inefficient and overworked, which can result in problems and expenses. One such task is cha...
04/25/2013
 Ceiling fans are a cost effective way of keeping the interior of your home or business comfortable throughout the year. They come in a variety of shapes, styles and sizes and can add to the elegance of any room. How and where they are used as well as the most common problems are things home own...
04/23/2013
What you should know about thermal windows when buying or renovating a home is that according to the U.S Department of Energy, heat gain and loss through windows account for up to half of a homes heating and cooling needs. Gas Fills, as well as other efficient or green window features, such as lo...
04/19/2013
Weeks after hurricane Sandy hundreds of homes and businesses are still without power and in many cases without heat. Homes in and around the east coast had to have drywall, carpet and furniture removed due to flooding. Flooding from hurricane Sandy resulted not only with damage to interior struct...
12/01/2012
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