FAQ for Home Buyers and Sellers
What is a home inspection? A home inspection is a visual examination of the home’s major structure, systems and components that are visible and safely accessible. The inspector should substantially…
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance and Inspection
Fire extinguishers are devices commonly found indoors and are used to douse fire and prevent its spread. They are small metal canisters that contain compressed gas (usually nitrogen) that, when…
Fall-Arrest Systems
Fall-arrest systems provide protection for roof workers. Various forms of safety equipment are available, and guidelines are used to ensure they are installed and used properly. More than 6 million people…
Factory-Built Fireplaces
There’s nothing like coming home and warming up next to a roaring fire during the long, cold months of winter, or even chilly evenings in any season. Long commutes to…
Exterior Design Features
Decks, porches, balconies, verandas and patios are outdoor architectural elements that are often confused with one another. An explanation of their intended use, history and design allow for useful distinctions,…
Exercise Equipment Dangers
Exercise equipment is inherently dangerous. Various types of home gym devices are typically large and have moving parts. Accidents, whether to adults who misuse the equipment or to children who gain unsupervised access, can…
Evaporative Coolers
What is an evaporative cooler? An evaporative cooler, also known as a swamp cooler, wet-air cooler, and desert cooler, is a device designed to cool air via the evaporation of…
