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Cue the banjo music… I think there’s a problem brewing between the dryer vent installer and the electrician. What we have here is a failure to communicate. Not to mention a real lint and moisture problem unless that vent pipe … Continue reading
Bob does encounter homeowners who have never had reason to venture into their attics. In this case, the local wildlife took advantage of the undisturbed spot and did a little unpermitted construction. No, that’s not a bale of hay. It’s … Continue reading
Here’s a picture of a fan Bob spotted during a recent inspection. Oh, wait… Sorry; my mistake. The above picture is upside-down. Really. Don’t believe me? “Honey, we really need a ceiling fan in that room.” “No way; they’re too … Continue reading
Just a reminder that furnace filters do come in assorted sizes to fit different furnaces. If you find you’ve purchased the wrong size, do yourself (and your furnace) a favor and exchange them for the correct ones.
Water supply pipes need to be supported to prevent movement. This is usually done with metal straps fastened to joists. But why bother with a strap when there’s such a convenient garage door chain rail available? Notice the careful application … Continue reading
