Water Damage Woes & A Pro Tip On How to Avoid Them
I got a call this week from a man whose home was flooded by a pipe that burst while he was away on a family trip. The water totally destroyed[...]
Water Damage: Un-Sexy Yet Vital Repairs
Water. It's a word that strikes fear in the hearts of homeowners everywhere, and for good reason. The worst issue facing any home (besides an earthquake or fire) is a[...]
Irene’s Local Effects
By all accounts most of us in and around Philadelphia dodged the very serious potential effects of Irene. Our hearts go out to those who were not as lucky as[...]
Construction Details that Fail
On my recent warm getaway to Florida’s Amelia Island, I noticed some exterior elements that had not been well detailed on the house where we stayed. As you[...]
No Maintenance Exteriors?
I’ve received some flak recently from purveyors of vinyl siding. Those of you who follow my blog know I hate vinyl siding. It poisons people when it’s made, and when[...]
The Glam World of Property Development: Water Damage Woes
Part Two of an Occasional Series Water damage. While those two words can strike fear in the hearts of average homeowners, they can be a welcome message for property developers.[...]