Masonry Base Flashing Errors

Masonry Base Flashing Errors

Flashing issues are common in residential construction.  During our framing inspections, we try to identify flashing mistakes or areas where there is concern for performance so that they can be corrected early in the construction process.  This is often the best time...
Hurricane Preparedness – Are you Prepared?

Hurricane Preparedness – Are you Prepared?

Hurricane Preparedness Hurricane Season is serious business on the Gulf Coast.  The hurricanes affect residents from the coastal counties and extending many miles inland, causing severe property damage as the hurricane dissipates moving inland.  DO NOT underestimate...
Foundation Showing Distress?  We Can Help You Sort Your Options.

Foundation Showing Distress? We Can Help You Sort Your Options.

These images display some common evidences of foundation distress.  There were several bids for repair of this building’s foundation by prominent companies.  While these evidences appear severe and the house had experienced differential settlement toward the...
Dry Weather and Your Foundation

Dry Weather and Your Foundation

It is that time of year once again.  Dry weather and warmer temperatures are upon us. It seems like this time of year just sneaks up on us every year and it is dry before you know it.  On the inspections I am performing I am just starting to see the soils showing...