by Fred | Jul 26, 2016 | Roofs
Roof To Wall Attachments Item 4 on the Wind Mitigation Inspection Report asks for the weakest form of attachment of the trusses or rafters to the exterior walls or interior bearing walls. Toe nails are the weakest form of attachment, double wraps are the strongest....
by Fred | May 15, 2016 | Roofs
Types of Roofing Materials 3-Tab Shingle 3-tab shingles have only one single tab size and shape. Cost efficiency (in terms of both material and installation) is one of the many benefits of having a 3-tab shingle roof. These roofs have a life expectancy of 15 –...
by Fred | May 15, 2016 | Heating
Your Heating System We are enjoying the beautiful Fall weather now and tend to forget that even though we are in Florida, cold weather will eventually come our way. Although it is only a few days, we sometimes need the heat. Now is a good time to do a test run...
by Fred | May 15, 2016 | Wind Mitigation
Home Wind Mitigation Inspection Wind mitigation is the implementation of certain building techniques in order to reduce damage caused by intense wind. In Florida, the portion of a homeowner’s insurance premium covering wind damage can be up to 70% of the total....
by Fred | May 15, 2016 | Full House Inspection
4-Point Home Inspection Insurance companies have become increasingly reluctant to issue Homeowners Insurance Policies on older homes (usually 30 years old or more). Whilst you may be able to have some luck speaking with the top Toronto insurance brokers and explaining...
