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When Products Are Misleading - THE AAV -Vents vs Valve

Well buyer beware or marketing groups should be slapped. I have just become aware of an issue with a product from the Oatey company.When installing a plumbing trap you must ensure the trap has a properly placed vent. In some situations this can become very difficult so there is an allowance to allow for an “AAV” to be used to create a vent for the supplied fixture trap. AAV’s  were most commonly…

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Advantages OF Hiring Home Remodelling Constructor In Chelan.

Hiring a general contractor is like hiring a wedding planner; they handle all the logistics of finding the correct specialists for the work, and their expertise is crucial. Sure, you could handle everything independently, but that would be a major hassle and possibly risky. Chelan Construction is the area's top company for kitchen and bathroom remodelling.

A general contractor is a one-stop shop for anyone needing anything related to building:

A general contractor is the one to go to for any home improvement needs. You only need to tell them what you need, and they'll make the necessary plans, timetables, and arrangements to get the job done on time. You won't have to deal with much different personnel because everything will go through the general contractor. They'll be the sole point of contact you need and handle all communication with the project's subcontractors.

The following are some of the design services that a general contractor can provide:

A general contractor can help you establish a plan and design for your home tailored to your specific requirements, even if you already have some notion of how you want it to look. They'll be familiar with the precautions necessary for major construction projects like knocking down walls or expanding a building. In this way, they can guarantee that everything is legal. If you want a smooth home remodeling Chelan, their expertise is crucial because they will likely see potential problems you will miss.

In general, an insurance policy will protect you against:

If you choose to make repairs or improvements to your home on your own, you are responsible for the costs of any complications that arise. On the other hand, if you employ a general contractor that carries liability insurance, you won't have to worry about a thing if something goes wrong. You are taking a significant risk if you have multiple projects running at once and different handymen working on them. Having a single, fully-insured general contractor oversees a construction job is better.

Timeliness is increased by using a general contractor:

When you attempt home repairs on your own, you'll spend a lot of time learning the ropes, gathering supplies, and making mistakes. As a result, you might expect significant delays in completing your work. Hiring a general contractor can speed up the pace at which a home renovation is completed by bringing in specialised tradespeople when needed.

Credentials held by a general contractor:

If you want to prevent a renovation nightmare, pick a licensed contractor in your state, as regulations vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. A professional builder will be familiar with the code's requirements and how to obtain the necessary permits and pass the necessary inspections. In addition, if you employ a certified contractor for home remodeling near me, you will likely be offered more flexible repayment plans and lower interest rates on your construction financing. You should also hire a general contractor that is licenced and insured if you want a warranty.

Conclusion:

Attempting a home renovation on your own can be stressful for many reasons, including the difficulty in determining which materials the cost of those materials, the amount of time it will take you, and the risk that you will make mistakes and ruin those materials. Your remodelling budget might go up as a result.

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Civilian Residential Fire Fatality Notices April 12 - April 18, 2015

Civilian Residential Fire Fatality Notices

For the week of April 12 - April 18, 2015

Civilian deaths:

Number of fatalities: 41 Number of states with fatalities: 20 Total number of incidents: 33 Demographic breakdown:

Male: 18 Female : 18 Gender unreported: 5 Over 65: 10 Children 14 and under: 2 Number of multiple fatality incidents (MFI): 7 Total number of fatalities that occur in MFI: 15 Year-to-date home fire fatalities all ages: 951

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Lofty Thoughts - Emergency Escape and Rescue Openings

With the cost per square foot in residential construction reaching new uncharted territory affordable housing is becoming tougher and tougher to come by.Many are choosing to use tiny home principles when building their new home and ADU (Additional Dwelling Units).One item is the “LOFT”, more importantly the sleeping loft. When incorporating a sleeping loft into your design you must meet a variety…

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Common Mistakes With New Construction - Week 4 of October 2024

I think I am starting a new series on construction defects that are very common here in North Central Washington.Let us start with one that is super simple to fix but is almost always missing. Enter the “Intersystem Bonding Terminal” or IBT as required by NEC 250 94. The intersystem bonding terminal has been a required element since 2008 on residential homes. The inner system bottom material will…

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The good, the bad the, not so ugly - Multicolored Asian Lady beetles

I know I am wired a bit differently when it comes to insects. But I often find insects interesting.So I was doing a little cleaning and saw this cool looking bug crawling around and I had to investigate. What I find is a larva just meandering about and I take a photo of it. Next I had to identify the insect which can be a bit of a challenge, but I did.I discovered that it Is a Multicolored Asian…

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I own it, So I can work on it, Or can I?

You own a home and you want to do some of the repairs, home improvements or upgrades. Can you do it when it comes to contracting,  electrical and/or plumbing?Well this depends. If you live in the home or you own but you are not renting, leasing or planning on selling it you will not need to hire an appropriate contractor to perform this work.If you do lease, demolish or plan to sell (with certain…

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The use of portable space heaters and electrical fires.

Electrical fires can be caused by a variety of factors, but one common cause is the use of portable space heaters. These heaters, which are often used as a primary or supplementary source of heat in a room or area, can be a fire hazard if not used properly. Often we see an increase of electrical fires and property damage in the winter time.CPSC estimates that portable heaters, including electric…

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Water Heaters Unplugged- Cord and Plug installations

Water Heaters Unplugged- Cord and Plug installations

Cord and Plug Water Heater

I run into this from time to time during a home inspection. A water heater that has been installed using a cord and plug. The issue is that I cannot find for these electric water heaters that any instruction from the manufacture allows it.  Some of the installation manuals are pretty vague on the electrical installation instruction and will refer back to ANSI and …

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Something many do not see- The 400 amp Meter Load Center

Something many do not see- The 400 amp Meter Load Center

Here in the land of electricity I often see larger services on residential. It is not uncommon for me to see 400 amp services and then I will on occasion see 600 and 800 amp services on homes, and we are not talking mansions. 

Here is an example of 400 amp Meter socket and load center combo.  This comes from the factory with a 200 amp main breaker installed but also has a service connection for…

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You need a Plumber you say? Maybe you really do.

You need a Plumber you say? Maybe you really do.

You know you are not a plumber if you see something like this. Let alone an improper standpipe we have a direct connection to the waste line from a condensate trap.Often you think it may be working and is okay but this can create health issues and potential flooding.Time to hire a qualified plumbing contractor.Here is a nice reference document for…

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Know before you buy - Flipped properties and Electrical Requirements

Know before you buy – Flipped properties and Electrical Requirements

A law designed to protect home buyers from poorly performed and shoddy electrical wiring became effective on July 25, 2021. From L&I- Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5267 requires those doing electrical work associated with flipping property to be certified electricians working for licensed electrical contractors. During consideration of this bill, electrical inspectors provided many examples of…

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It's Aloft - Loft Sleeping areas - Do not bang your head?

It’s Aloft – Loft Sleeping areas – Do not bang your head?

As with many things necessity will drive the codes on how to handle them. Enter the loft sleeping area or as the code states “Sleeping Loft”. With the advent of the “Tiny House” craze the model code bodies are now trying to grapple with the issues of these type of structures and some of the outcomes of it. Housing is getting more and more expensive, especially in certain areas of the country like…

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Extension cords can lead to dire consequences

Extension cords can lead to dire consequences

Often many do not think of that innocent extension cord as a potential safety issue. From the Electrical Safety Foundation they estimate that roughly 3300 fires in homes are attributed to the use of extension cords. Here are some things to remember when using an extension cord: Use one design for the purpose and rated for such Do not overload the extension cord Never use one as a substitute for…

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Oh Come Come… So what is wrong with your Oakum?

Oh Come Come… So what is wrong with your Oakum?

Old Oakum used to join plumbing. If you live in an older home you may likely have some cast iron for the drain, vent and waste system (DWV) of your plumbing. One of the common items with these systems was what is called oakum which was used to seal the joints between the pipes. The oakum was packed into the joint then sealed with lead. A fun job I got to do when I was a youngster for an old boss…

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Not a beaming review - Framing a Question

Not a beaming review – Framing a Question

As a home inspector I do a lot different types of inspections. From commercial to residential home inspections. In addition I do construction defect, building and remodel consultations, foundation certifications for manufactured homes, commercial land development bank inspections and structural pest inspections.  Draw Inspections One type of inspection I do quite often, several every month, is…