- Failing Roof Shingles - The most common forms of asphalt or fiberglass shingle failure are when: The shingle gets a small crack or a series of small cracks in its surface, extending from the bottom edge to the top of the shingle. The roof will need to be re-roofed. The adhesive strip on the underside of the shingle does [...]Read More about Failing Roof Shingles
- How to Inspect Your Roof - The best method for inspecting your roof is from the ground, if at all possible. If you have a pair of binoculars this is your opportunity to use them. Use extreme care if you must use a ladder! A good roof inspection is two-part; the outside, and the inside. Outside Roofing Check the following: Missing [...]Read More about How to Inspect Your Roof
- Life Expectancy of Roof Shingles - Shingles are made in different weights. The heavier the weight of the shingle, the longer it will last. The life expectancy of the shingles will be determined by the many factors that will all have a bearing on how long they will last. How well the attic is ventilated will make a difference to the [...]Read More about Life Expectancy of Roof Shingles
- Re-Roofing - For most roof types, you have two options when it comes to re-roofing Asbestos shingles: Complete tear-off of the roofing material down to the decking (the wood covering the trusses). This should be done if your roof has already had a roof over, where new shingles were put on over the old shingles. A roof [...]Read More about Re-Roofing
- Roof Enemies, Problems - Rain. When water gets underneath shingles or other roofing materials, it can work its way to the roof decking causing the roof to rot. Wind. Strong winds can lift shingles or other roofing materials, forcing water or debris underneath them. Wind damaged shingles should be repaired immediately. Sun. Heat and ultraviolet rays cause roofing materials [...]Read More about Roof Enemies, Problems
- Roof Leaks - Most roof leaks come from a failure of the flashing. The most common flashing to fail is the one around the chimney or a skylight. It is also possible the boot on the vent pipes or other roof protrusions has failed. If the flashing is tar, special attention should be paid to it every spring [...]Read More about Roof Leaks
- Roof Ventilation - Presuming that your roof has been properly installed, the next most important factor to consider is attic ventilation. The best type of ventilation is when cooler air can enter the attic through soffit vents. These vents can be seen from the ground and are located behind the gutters. The warm air is then vented out [...]Read More about Roof Ventilation
- Time to Re-roof When… - It’s time to consider re-roofing when numerous shingles are missing or damaged. If the shingles are not old and worn out, this would be indicative of shingle failure and a sure sign that the shingles have reached the end of their life. If the roof is only a couple of years old and the fiberglass [...]Read More about Time to Re-roof When…
Dayton, Ohio Home Inspectors
Gas Line Dirt Legs
Gas and particularly natural gas piping may have traces of sediment or particulates in it, especially if work has been done to the underground piping under the street. To trap any contaminates before they flow into the appliance, blocking the burner and creating problems for the home owner a series of dirt legs are installed. […]Read More about Gas Line Dirt Legs
Thermostat Placement Is Crucial
A badly placed thermostat plays havoc with the heating and cooling of a house. In this case the wall light creates a warm zone beside the thermostat causing it to register hotter than the rest of the house. This means that it reaches what it registers as the set temperature shutting the furnace down before […]Read More about Thermostat Placement Is Crucial
Bath Overflow Loose
All too often the overflow on the bathtub is loose or worse yet loose and the gasket damaged. If the bath is filled up to the overflow and it is loose the water will go down behind the tub which if it’s on the second floor could damage the ceiling. The water can also create […]Read More about Bath Overflow Loose
Bonding Gas Piping
A bonding wire is often mistaken for a ground wire, it does not go to ground but back to the electric panel. When it is connected to black iron *(steel)* piping the paint under the clamp must be removed with a rasp or sandpaper to make a good contact, paint reduces the contact rendering the […]Read More about Bonding Gas Piping
High Efficiency Furnaces In Attic
High efficiency furnaces recognisable by the white PVC flue pipe, installed in an unheated attic is not your best choice of location, it may be the only place to put it which does not change the fact that it is not ideal. Yes, many builders and furnace installers are installing them in the attic without […]Read More about High Efficiency Furnaces In Attic
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Dayton, OH 45402
