There is not much excuse for some of the damaged finishes we see in new construction inspections. Damage brick veneer is common and falls in that category. It is very obvious they are damage when they are placed. In some styles of brick this is not an issue, but...
Corroded condensing coils has become a common occurrence with modern high efficiency equipment. The newer coils are thinner to promote better heat transfer and are more susceptible to corrosion damage and failure. This is one of the limiting factors for modern...
Foundation corner chips are fairly common where the foundation is supporting brick veneer along the edge of the foundation. They look scarry but they are only a probable indicator of foundation movement. Chips commonly occur because the brick supported by the...
When a client calls into the office they often are unclear on when to schedule inspections during the construction process of their home or building. This is daunting to consider and unfortunately is often an afterthought when they think they see something going...
The City of Houston has announced that effective January 1, 2024 they will be recognizing the 2021 ICC construction codes as part of their code modernization program for construction in Houston. This includes: 2021 International Building Code 2021 International...
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