How to Inspect Stability of the Foundation Before Buying House?
The Constructor
OCTOBER 24, 2020
If you plan on buying an old house in a geographical area with a known propensity for differential foundation movements, then it is always wise to.
Clark Construction deploys simple solution for in-house inspections
Construction Dive
JUNE 17, 2020
Cellphone videoconferencing from jobsites has taken on greater importance for contractors since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
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Whole-House Plumbing Inspection
Contractor Magazine
MAY 1, 2014
How an annual plumbing inspection can keep plumbing in better working order. Video Plumbing'
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Labor secretary: OSHA jobsite inspections likely to increase
Construction Dive
APRIL 9, 2019
The agency's visits to construction sites will ramp up once new inspectors are fully trained, labor department head Alexander Acosta told a House committee.
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Julian Construction Urges Foundation Safety Inspections of Homes.
Julian Construction
JANUARY 24, 2012
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Julian Construction Urges Foundation Safety Inspections of Homes. Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Julian Construction Urges Foundation Safety Inspections of Homes : Comments. Inspection Consultation. Foundation Inspections.
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Successful Restaurant Construction and Development; Getting Started
HardHatChat
JANUARY 26, 2010
What’s the difference between building the back of the house of a TGI Fridays and a McCormick and Schmick’s? the back of the house is the exact same. It has set standards that counties across the country have adopted when it comes to inspections. Passing inspection on the first round is key to meeting deadlines.
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ICC Initiates Standards Process to Update Tiny House Requirements
Pro Builder
APRIL 11, 2023
The content of ICC/THIA Standard 1215: Design, Construction, Inspection and Regulation of Tiny Houses for Permanent Occupancy will continue to cover tiny houses used for permanent occupancy on a foundation or on wheels as addressed in the IRC.
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Professional Inspector Calls For Inspections For Home Safety.
Julian Construction
JULY 7, 2012
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Professional Inspector Calls For Inspections For Home Safety. Mr. Kyles has inspected over 15,000 structures in his career, working with both engineering firms and local departments of building and safety. That’s why inspection is important.
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As Housing Costs Rise, Millennial Buyers Turn to ADUs
Pro Builder
JUNE 7, 2023
Luckily, there's a housing type that offers a solution: the accessory dwelling unit (ADU). Still, the concept of ADU housing remains largely unknown across the U.S., Fortune reports. Together, these result in reduced energy costs for the building. Read more Single-Family Homes Affordability Tiny Homes Affordability
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Volunteers Create Puerto Rico's First Quake-Damage Inspection Program
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 4, 2020
Two structural engineers, originally from Puerto Rico, mobilized a team to inspect houses, at no cost to owners, damaged in the island's Jan.
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AEC inspections are the key to financially viable office to residential adaptive reuse projects
BD+C
JUNE 14, 2024
AEC inspections are the key to financially viable office to residential adaptive reuse projects 0 dbarista Fri, 06/14/2024 - 08:45 Multifamily Housing About a year ago our industry was abuzz with an idea that seemed like a one-shot miracle cure for both the shockingly high rate of office vacancies and the worsening housing shortage.
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2021 Housing Giants Report: An Unforgettable Forgettable Year
Pro Builder
JUNE 14, 2021
2021 Housing Giants Report: An Unforgettable Forgettable Year. New and old challenges confronted the housing industry in 2020, and it may never be the same. housing industry? It’s kind of hard to remember (or maybe simply not worth the brain space) just how strongly 2020 started for new housing. Mon, 12/06/2021 - 12:00.
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Home Inspection Checklist (13 Points)
Civiconcepts
DECEMBER 28, 2020
It is exciting to visit the home for the home inspection, as it can be your future house you are visiting. But it is not all about visiting home, you have to prepare a home inspection checklist to check each and every aspect of your future home that you aspect from the new home.
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Home Inspection Checklist (13 Points)
Civiconcepts
DECEMBER 28, 2020
It is exciting to visit the home for the home inspection, as it can be your future house you are visiting. But it is not all about visiting home, you have to prepare a home inspection checklist to check each and every aspect of your future home that you aspect from the new home.
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Where Does the Housing Market Go From Here?
Pro Builder
MARCH 22, 2021
Where Does the Housing Market Go From Here? And, just maybe, buyers may no longer be pressured to do things that over a year ago would have seemed ludicrous: waiving inspections, agreeing to pay closing costs, and sometimes buying homes across the country via video calls, sight unseen. Mon, 03/22/2021 - 10:39. Market Data + Trends.
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For When Wattle and Daub Just Won’t Do…
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 7, 2013
You chop down a tree to build a house – you plant another. It needs to be caulked regularly, as well as inspected and replaced if need be. In terms of environmental impact and sustainability, wood is pretty much as good as it gets. However, timber does need a lot of love and attention. Number One.
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Julian Construction Offers House Leveling In Los Angeles Area.
Julian Construction
MAY 25, 2011
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Julian Construction Offers House Leveling In Los Angeles Area. House leveling is a very precise procedure. The house leveling process does involve using some heavy equipment, such as a hydraulic jack and steel beams for load distribution. Foundation Repair.
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How To Choose The Right Roofing Material For Your Home
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 7, 2021
A house is built to protect the people in it. The roof, in this case, completes the shelter as it covers and protects the whole house and people living in it. If you’re looking for roofing materials for your current or future house, then the choice of materials can differentiate between a good and a bad home. Durability .
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What You Should Know Before Taking a Construction Loan
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
Before the lender can release any additional funds, reliable and experienced construction funds control experts such as Northwest Construction Control have to inspect the construction stages to determine if the amount spent marries with the progress made. If the appraisers approve, the lender makes more draw payments to the contractor.
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264 On the 25th Anniversary of Lead Based Paint Disclosures
Green Building Law Update
MARCH 10, 2019
housing stock was built before 1978 and contains some lead based paint (i.e., Federal law requires that before being obligated under a contract to buy housing built prior to 1978 (. A 10 day period to conduct a paint inspection or risk assessment for lead based paint or lead based paint hazards. more than 64 million dwellings).
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Warning Signs Your Roof Needs Help
Construction Marketing
JULY 29, 2022
A bad roof can lead to water getting into your house, causing damage to its interior while also increasing your energy costs. It’s critical to have a roofer inspect your roof once a year, particularly after a major storm, because the signs of deterioration differ depending on the type and condition of your roofing material.
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Julian Construction Says Properly Maintained Foundation Can.
Julian Construction
APRIL 22, 2011
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. LOS ANGELES – Seismic activity in Southern California occurs on a regular basis, weakening house foundations and causing damage that can lead to a building’s collapse during a major quake. Conduct a thorough inspection of your property. Bolt your house.
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Recognizing the Signs of Foundation Damage - Julian Construction.
Julian Construction
JUNE 28, 2012
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. When a foundation is damaged, the entire house is often affected. Visually inspecting the foundation is one way to determine if any repairs are needed. Conducting foundation inspections is an important part of maintaining your property. Shawn Kyles.
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Barratt to demolish 36 new homes with faulty foundations
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 9, 2023
Housing giant Barratt is set to demolish 36 new homes on an estate in Cambridge after finding faults in the foundations. Local paper the Cambridge Independent first revealed the problems on the Darwin Green site where Barratt David Wilson Homes Cambridgeshire is building a new community of nearly 1,600 homes.
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Responding to OSHA’s New National Emphasis Program for Isocyanates
FDR Safety
JULY 19, 2013
OSHA has announced the rollout of a National Emphasis Program for isocyanates, a three-year program that will focus on outreach efforts and inspections in general, construction and maritime industries. If you are in an industrial sector that uses isocyanate compounds this means you may be more likely to undergo an inspection from OSHA.
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120 5 Tips for Filing a Roof Replacement Insurance Claim
Construction Marketing
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
The roof is among the most valuable assets on your house. A well installed and maintained roof gives your home the curb appeal that makes your house attractive and noticeable. Consider Immediate Inspection. However, careful inspection is crucial. Some damages may be obvious from the ground level.
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120 Checklist for Diagnosing Foundation Problems - Julian Construction.
Julian Construction
APRIL 1, 2011
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Any foundation inspection should take into consideration movement history, environmental conditions, evidence of cracking and other physical manifestations of problems, as well as soil composition. Many houses are built using fill soils. Julian Construction Blog.
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Foundation Repair Company Gives Tips on Earthquake Preparedness
Julian Construction
AUGUST 1, 2012
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. ” “You will also want to inspect your house for foundation problems. Inspection Consultation. Foundation Inspections. Julian Construction Blog. Shawn Kyles. Partner, Julian Construction. Contact Info. Our Services. Foundation Repair.
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101 How to Prepare for OSHA’s New Crane Rule
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 12, 2018
Many skylines across America are punctuated with cranes these days as cities construct new housing, offices and other structures. OSHA has proposed a new crane operator certification rule. OSHA’s Crane Operator Proposal.
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4 Signs Of A Roof That Needs Replacing
Construction Marketing
MARCH 4, 2021
Sometimes, the necessity for a new roof is not apparent until you experience water leaking inside your house. Plus, not all homeowners have the luxury of time to get on their ladders and closely inspect the roof. Make sure to cover all areas during inspection, especially the ones with the nails.
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156 Foundation Repair Company Warns of Foundations Issues with Older
Julian Construction
AUGUST 1, 2012
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. « Professional Inspector Calls For Inspections For Home Safety | Main. houses were built over 55 years ago. If you live in an older home, regular inspection of your property by a qualified professional is critical. Inspection Consultation.
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85 JulianConstruction.com: Why Buildings Collapse During an.
Julian Construction
APRIL 1, 2011
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Most houses that have been jolted off of their foundation during an earthquake have to be torn down. The really bad news is that even when a house in uninhabitable following a quake, the mortgage still needs to be paid. Julian Construction Blog. Shawn Kyles.
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'Pandemic Housing Fever' Rushes Some Buyers Into Purchasing
Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Pandemic Housing Fever' Rushes Some Buyers Into Purchasing. One Los Angeles resident found herself a homeowner after losing bidding wars for months—only to realize she hated the $600,000 house. She blames the “pandemic housing fever” for her expensive mistake, telling the Wall Street Journal she should have seen all the warning signs.
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Drone hits builder during site survey flight
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 12, 2023
A drone fell from the sky and hit a construction worker during a site inspection flight on a housing site in Lancashire. A report released by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch said the drone suffered a rapid loss of battery power above the Garsteng site.
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How to Maintain Your Foundation - Julian Construction Blog
Julian Construction
MAY 17, 2011
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Water should always be directed away from the house. Also make sure the ground around the house is graded to slope away from the structure. Periodically inspect your plumbing and immediately repair any leaks. Inspection Consultation. Shawn Kyles.
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Roof to wall flashing
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 23, 2020
house wrap / flashing / roof to wall. . Watch videos on how to properly install a self-adhered weather barrier to the wall, how to install window flashing tape, how to install roofing underlayments, and how to properly connect the house wrap system to the home's roofing underlayment. Thu, 04/23/2020 - 18:39. GCP Applied Technologies.
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Retail Construction: 3 Construction Cost-Savings Tips for De-malling a Shopping Mall
HardHatChat
APRIL 20, 2010
Electric rooms – typically these are back of house, so they can easily be converted. Plumbing waste, vent and supply lines – inspect for age and to make sure they’re in good working condition. HVAC – consider age, efficiency and life expectancy (review the warranty).
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Retrofitting a Home for Earthquakes - Julian Construction Blog
Julian Construction
APRIL 11, 2012
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Following the 1994 Northridge earthquake, the severity of structural issues in residential neighborhoods varied considerably from house to house depending on the steps each homeowner had taken to fortify their home. Inspection Consultation.
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Common Foundation Problems Linked To Poor Drainage - Julian.
Julian Construction
JULY 7, 2012
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Professional Inspector Calls For Inspections For Home Safety » 07/07/2012. When a foundation is damaged, the entire house is often affected. And one of those common problems is water drainage around the house. Inspection Consultation.
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76 Home Foundation Repair - Julian Construction Blog
Julian Construction
JANUARY 24, 2012
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. « Julian Construction Urges Foundation Safety Inspections of Homes | Main. A basement will have the most amount of room between the ground and floor of the house. Inspection Consultation. Foundation Inspections. Partner, Julian Construction.
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JulianConstruction.com: Earthquakes on the Rise--Is Los Angeles.
Julian Construction
APRIL 1, 2011
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Therefore, having your home reinforced by a process known as earthquake retrofitting or house bolting will prove very beneficial. An earthquake retrofit is the process of firmly attaching a house to its concrete foundation using foundation plates and anchor bolts.
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Types of Home Foundations - Julian Construction Blog
Julian Construction
APRIL 1, 2011
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. It leaves room for a person to crawl between the floor of a house and the ground. Moisture can enter homes through wall cracks, as well as doors and windows that don’t fit correctly, causing further damage to the house. Inspection Consultation.
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Identifying and Correcting Draining Problems - Julian Construction.
Julian Construction
JULY 5, 2011
House Leveling. Earthquake Retrofitting or House Bolting. Clogged gutters and downspouts can cause rainwater to accumulate on rooftops, which can result in moisture seeping into your house. Inspection Consultation. Foundation Inspections. Julian Construction Blog. Shawn Kyles. Partner, Julian Construction.
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Buyers Pull Back After Extended House Hunting
Pro Builder
JULY 23, 2021
Buyers Pull Back After Extended House Hunting. Their next offer was $60,000 over and waived inspections, but it was nowhere near enough to distinguish themselves from the 53 other offers. Every time you’re putting an offer on a house, you’ve effectively fallen in love,” Mr. Boyland said. cbroderick. Fri, 07/23/2021 - 09:58.
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