Tall Crawlspaces, Taller Problems: Understanding Masonry Pier Loads
Why tall piers can sometimes be a tall order.
What Lies Beneath: Understanding Soil Bearing Capacity and Your Home's Foundation
How applying solid methods finds solid ground.
Is Modern Lumber a Problem for New Homes?
Lumber: older isn’t always better, but neither is brand new. It’s complicated.
Blueprints and Beyond: Maximizing Your Pre-Drywall Home Inspection
How to maximize your pre-drywall inspection.
Bolted Down and Broken Up: The Wedge Anchor Saga
How a lack of forethought can lead to a lot of problems.
Radon Exposure: Why a 48-Hour Test Might Be Misleading When Buying a Home
The 48-hour radon test. Is it a snapshot or a reality?
Sound Dampening on a Budget: Key Strategies for Reducing Noise
"Silence is the sleep that nourishes wisdom." – Francis Bacon
Sweat, Mold, and Bugs: The Case Against Vented Crawlspaces
Farming all things unpleasant from your crawlspace.
Understanding Vapor Barriers in Mixed-Humid Climates
Moisture control: because houses are not meant to sweat.
From Dusty Storage to Dream Room: The Right Way to Convert Your Attic
Why that throw rug might be the proverbial straw.
How to Hire an HVAC Company for a New System: A Checklist for Success
Why rule of thumb and laws of physics don’t agree.
Beneath the Bounce: What Makes Floors Vibrate and How to Fix It (Part 2)
Helping you stay grounded.
Beneath the Bounce: What Makes Floors Vibrate and How to Fix It (Part 1)
An exposé on why floors and trampolines should be mutually exclusive.
Cool It Down: The Fascinating Journey of the Refrigeration Cycle
Less interesting than a fridge on a bike but still interesting!
Why Your Ceiling is Playing Tug-of-War: The Truth About Truss Uplift
The sky isn’t falling, but since you asked…
Duct Drama: When Your HVAC Turns Your Home Into a Vacuum
Air is good, except when it’s not.
Digging Deep: Adventures in Foundation Follies (Part 2)
Foundation walls: Where stability meets reality
