Todd EngleNov 9, 20221 minS trap vs a P trapThe illustration above shows the difference between an S-trap and a P-trap. S-traps are not permitted due to siphoning problems....
Todd EngleNov 9, 20222 minTruss uplift! What are those cracks in my ceiling?Truss Uplift A home inspector may observe during a home inspection a crack in the corner of an interior ceiling made of drywall. The...
Todd EngleNov 9, 20222 minCrawlspace what to and what not to doUnvented Crawlspaces In most climate zones, conditioned crawlspaces perform better than vented crawlspaces in terms of safety, health,...
Todd EngleNov 9, 20221 minJoist Notches and Holes where and what NOT to cutNotches in the middle third of a floor joist are not permitted. Holes are not permitted to be located within 2 inches of the top or...