Wild animals carry various diseases and can endanger your family members' health. Animals living on the roof or in the attic can also cause significant damage and weaken the structure…
When a Bathroom Fan Doesn’t Vent Outside: Problems and Solutions
Your bathroom, much like your kitchen, tends to hold a lot of moisture. This isn’t a problem in most houses, as long as the moisture and odors are vented outside.…
Self Supporting Portable Ladder vs Non Self Supporting Portable Ladder | OSHA DEFINITIONS
A self supporting portable ladder is a ladder that you can use without using any other surface beside the ground for support. A-frame ladders and step-ladders are examples of self…
Dressed Lumber VS Undressed Lumber?
Dressed lumber is lumber that has been machine finished and is smooth on all surfaces. Undressed Lumber is sawn lumber that has not been planed, sanded, or finished.
I’ve Found Mold in the Attic! Now What?
The attic is the perfect household area for mold growth. Homeowners living in hot and humid climates often have trouble with it. As homeowners rarely go up in their attic,…
OSHA Questions Roofers Must Know for the Roofing License Exam
Question: When must a worker wear fall protection when using a ladder? Answer: 29 CFR 1926.1053(a)(19) states that fall protection must be provided whenever the length of climb on a…
OSHA Rules all Roofers Must Know
https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3755.pdf
Should I Replace or Repair My Detached Garage Roof?
Your garage roof protects your valuable items, vehicle, and tools from the harsh outside elements. As it’s an integral part of your garage, the decision to replace or repair the…
