As a property owner, you know you have a few responsibilities. Mow the lawn, keep the bushes manicured and the house in good shape. What happens when your neighbor decides to build a big, ugly shed in the backyard? Or builds a pool filled with loud screaming kids all summer? Worse yet, what happens when…
How To Design A Septic System
Many homeowners are installing septic systems because they see them as a better option to the public sewer systems. They tend to be better for the environment because they rely on naturally occurring bacteria to dispose of waste rather than chemicals. Other homeowners live in areas that aren’t served by a centralized public wastewater treatment…
Tips for Getting a Structural Inspection
Did you know that in 2017, the average age of a home was 37 years old? As Americans continue to occupy aging homes, new problems will arise. Some of these prove to be structural in nature. From sagging roofs to cracked foundations, angled floors to pest and water damage, these issues all require a structural inspection. And even if the structure…
What is a Forensic Engineer and How to Find One
Anytime you want to get to the heart of a problem you need someone with expertise in that field. In every industry, there are people whose job is to understand every technical aspect of a subject. When you need answers that’s who you call. Many people are familiar with the term forensics. We most often…
Steps for Designing and Installing Your Own Solar Power
Do it yourself projects are increasingly popular, and solar panel installation is no exception. If this is something you’re interested in, though, you need to know more than simply how to install solar panels. You need to make sure you have the right permits, materials, number of panels, and more. To get you started, this…
Tips For Hiring A Reliable Residential Structural Engineer
The structural integrity of a building relies on two major components. The first is the materials used to build it and second, the structural engineer that oversees the project. Overall, the selection of the right structural engineer makes a huge difference in the operational efficiency of a project. If you have a specific construction budget and timeline,…
Understanding A Soil Report And Where To Get One
Did you know that your property’s soil can determine what kind of foundation you should build? That’s right! There may be over 70,000 types of soil in the world. But every soil has a different makeup and density, which can impact home construction. If you’re planning on building a home sometime soon, you’ll need to…
9 Tips for Building a Retaining Wall
The main purpose of building a retaining wall is to prevent the soil from eroding away and stopping the water from finding an escape route. If you live in a hilly area then you may know about these issues and have a retaining wall around your property. The wall has to keep the water in…
8 Tips for Identifying Foundation Problems
House foundation struggles aren’t fun. They threaten the very integrity of the building you call your home. Oh, and getting them fixed isn’t cheap. You’re looking at between $5,000 and $7,000 as standard. Serious issues could cost well more. You’re (almost literally) caught between a rock and a hard place. Get the necessary repairs and…
What is an Electrical Single Line Diagram?
Does your building have a good critical response plan? Every facility needs one. In fact, some local laws require more than one plan for different sorts of emergencies. Part of a good emergency response plan is an understanding of your building’s systems. Current national electrical safety guidelines call for up-to-date information about your building’s electrical…