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Category: Commercial
Maintaining Your Roof
Roofing Roofs play a key role in protecting building occupants and interiors from outside weather conditions, primarily moisture. The roof, insulation and ventilation must all work together to keep the building free of moisture. Roofs also provide protection from the sun. In fact, if designed correctly, roof overhangs can protect the building’s exterior walls from
Read MoreResidential Electrical: GFCI & AFCI
GFCI (Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter) In the inspection image, the inspector is testing the GFCI receptacle in the bathroom by pressing the test button on the device. A GFCI is a device that adds a greater level of safety by reducing the risk of electric shock. GFCIs are designed to sense any difference in current between
Read MoreChimney Flashing – Inspection Guide
At the chimney, there are essentially five types of flashing that we inspect. They include: step flashing; counter-flashing; apron flashing; cricket flashing; and backer flashing. Step flashing is installed where the roof intersects a vertical sidewall. The step flashings are the small individual pieces of metal installed with each shingle course. They “step”
Read MoreTax Breaks for Montana Property Owners
Being a property owner in Montana is a dream for many people, with the sprawling landscape and countless outdoor activities available right in your backyard, Montana is a great place to live! If you already own a home in Montana, or are thinking about buying a home here, there are some assistance programs and tax
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