When you look at a new building, you see its beautiful facade, its functional layout, and its modern finishes. But beneath the surface lies its structural integrity. The stability and longevity of any building, from a custom home to a commercial complex, depend entirely on the principles of structural design
The desert landscape of Arizona is beautiful, but it can also present unique challenges for residential properties. From shifting soils to the intense heat and monsoon moisture, your home’s structure is constantly under stress. Knowing the early warning signs of a potential problem can save you thousands of dollars and
Scottsdale is known for its beautiful homes, unique architecture, and dynamic landscape. But with extreme weather, soil shifts, and the simple passage of time, residential properties can face a variety of structural challenges. Whether you’re planning a major renovation, building a new custom home, or concerned about a crack in
ASTM E2018 – 08 Standard Guide for Property Condition Assessments: Baseline Property Condition Assessment ProcessSignificance and Use Use—This guide is intended for use on a voluntary basis by parties who desire to obtain a baseline PCA of commercial real estate. This guide also recognizes that there are varying levels of
That’s a question that we never want to ask and a GFCI can help protect our kids. What is a GFCI? A GFCI, or Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, is an automatic device that offers personal protection against electrical shock. They are installed in areas where known electrical shock hazards exist…
If you have any doubts about the need to replace your poly pipes, take a look at the pictures of a home that suffered from a single leak. These homeowners were away on vacation when a leak developed in the upstairs bathroom. More than 27,000 gallons of water ran through
A form of real estate ownership of a multifamily residential dwelling. Each occupant has 100% ownership of his own apartment and partial ownership of common elements such as hallways, elevators, plumbing, etc. Also see cooperative.This article refers to a form of housing. For information on the international law describing a
In architecture, a deck is a flat surface capable of supporting weight, similar to a floor, but typically constructed outdoors, often elevated from the ground, and usually connected to a building. The term is a generalization of decks as found on ships. Wood or timber “decking” can be used in a number
What is Polybutlylene? Polybutylene is a form of plastic resin that was used extensively in the manufacture of water supply piping from 1978 until 1995. Due to the low cost of the material and ease of installation, polybutylene piping systems were viewed as “the pipe of the future” and were