Richard C. Woodring

Dry Rot: The Invisible Killer
Don't let the name fool you. Dry rot is all about being wet. This fungus loves moisture, wood, and tends to hang out in the dark, hidden places of your home. Unfortunately, unless you take preventative steps to protect your home, there's a good chance that by the time you notice dry rot, it will have already done extensive damage to your home. This pattern of behavior and detection has led ... Read More

Picture Prefect: House Framing Facts
A house's frame is what keeps it from falling down. It is composed of beams that are joined together to form the "bones" of the structure. While a solid frame with a good foundation can keep a house up for centuries, a faulty frame or weak foundation can bring it tumbling down in no time at all. Building Code Building code is one of the reasons why we don't often see houses ... Read More

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