Engineering and Home Inspection Blog
Practical guidance on building safety, home systems, inspections, and NYC code — from the engineers at Parker and West.
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Are Biological Pollutants The Cause Of Your Health Problems?
Biological pollutants are present in all homes and have been linked to some types of illness and disease. However, many of these symptoms could be caused by something…
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Caring For Your Wood Burning Stove
If you have just had a wood burner installed in your home or moved into a home with one, it is good to know the best way to…
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Water Intrusion…Is Your Home At Risk?
Water, while essential to life, can have a very damaging effect on a structure. Water damage in a home can result in many issues like poor indoor air…
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Is A Renovation The Answer?
Renovating your home can completely transform it, making it a comfortable and beautiful space to live in. In this month’s blog, however, we are going to talk about…
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Could A Pressure Assist Toilet Work For Your Home?
Traditional toilets use up a lot of water which may make a homeowner look for an option that is a little more friendly to the environment. One alternative…
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Preventing The Spread Of Mold In Carpeting
Mold is a big problem in many homes and apartments so it’s good to be aware of ways to quickly deal with it and prevent it from spreading.…
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Ways To Make Your Home Unappealing To An Intruder
A burglar will look for a home that they can break into easily and without being seen so if you want to deter a would-be intruder you need…
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Ways To Lessen Dust Mite Numbers In Your Home
None of us love the idea that there are thousands of tiny creatures living with us in our homes, but the fact is that dust mites are found…
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Staying Healthy And Safe At The Gym
A gym is a place that we generally associate with health and fitness, but sadly if a high standard of hygiene is not observed and maintained, it can…
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Can Natural Light Help Save On Your Energy Costs?
Strategically placed lighting can make any space in a home warm and inviting. To do this, perhaps you automatically think of using electrical lighting, but, is it possible…