
How to (properly) remove roof moss
UncategorizedVirtually every house I inspect has one defect in common: moss growth on the roof. The persistent rain and gray days in the Northwest create a perfect environment for moss to grow and often make it hard to find the right time to climb up onto…

Mother’s day post: Radon, lung cancer, and my mom
UncategorizedEvery home in Washington should be tested for radon -- especially if you live in Clark, Skamania, or northeastern Washington where radon levels are highest -- because it's deadly. If you don't know what radon is, you're not alone -- most people…

Roof and plumbing vent leaks: cracked boots, exposed fasteners
UncategorizedIt's spring, and generally, that means we might have a couple days of nice weather. It also means we'll have plenty of rain. So, if you happen to catch a day off on one of those nice days, it might be a good time to climb up and check for potential…

Duct taping ducts: don’t
UncategorizedDuct tape is like the universe. It has a light side, and a dark side, and it holds everything together, as the saying goes.
Unfortunately, this old axiom doesn't hold true for the one thing it would seem duct tape was actually made for, sealing…