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Induction Into the Order of The Engineer

Induction Into the Order of The Engineer

We are pleased to announce the Edward Robinson, P.E., principal engineer for Professional Engineering Inspections, Inc., was inducted into the Order of the Engineer. The Order of the Engineer ceremony occurred at the 2017 National Academy of Building Inspection...

Be Careful Where You Store Firewood

This is the time of year when we store wood for that outside fire pit or for the occasional use in our indoor fireplaces. Firewood is of particular interest since wood destroying insects such as termites are common to firewood.  They exist outside and are a natural...
Exposed Tendon Anchors and Why It’s Important

Exposed Tendon Anchors and Why It’s Important

Exposed Tendons You are having your home inspected and your inspector points out that the cable ends are exposed at your foundation, and you wonder exactly what this means and, “What is a Tendon Anyway?”  In short it means that the cable ends of the...
Check Your Insurance Coverage

Check Your Insurance Coverage

Professional Engineering Inspections wishes you a Happy New Year!  As the new year approaches it is a good time to remember to run through your annual list of “to-dos” such as changing your smoke detector batteries and checking your insurance coverage. The Texas...
Animal Access at Eaves

Animal Access at Eaves

Introduction Poor detailing in siding is common in newer construction and is the most common cause for animal access in new homes.  This is true for both fiber cement products and wood siding products although we are seeing a lot fewer wood siding products used in...