An update on how today's high-tech windows work and what to look for when you make your next purchase. Common Failures in Wood Structures by, Paul Fisette Call-backs cost money and challange a builder's reputation. Prevention is always the most cost-effective cure. Decoding Building Codes by, Paul Fisette Common sense and open lines of communication unravel the tangle of regulations that restrain many construction projects. Safe Scaffolds by, Paul Fisette Thousands of builders are injured every year as a result of scaffold failures.
Typical failures prove that safety is an active choice.
Preventing Ice Dams by, Paul Fisette Proper insulation and roof ventilation can stop ice dams from forming, prevent damage, and lower energy bills. A short answer to an often asked question. If you live in the United States, you live under the constant threat of costly termite or carpenter ant infestation. Life and Death of a Building Lot Subject to Perc by, Paul Fisette Soil experts think many percolation tests prevent contractors from building on suitable lots. Perhaps it's time to look closer at our soils.