Liam Ortiz
Mass Timber
Mass timber is revolutionizing the construction industry, offering a more sustainable alternative to building materials like concrete and...
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Liam Ortiz
Sep 29, 20232 min read
Vermiculite Insulation
What is Vermiculite? Vermiculite is a lightweight, granular material. It is produced by heating mica-like minerals to expand them like...
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Liam Ortiz
Sep 5, 20237 min read
Mobile Homes
What is a "Manufactured" Home? Manufactured homes are pre-built in a factory and then moved to their final location. This differs from...
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Liam Ortiz
Aug 3, 20235 min read
Stab-Lok Circuit Breakers
What is a "Stab-Lok" Breaker? Stab-Lok is a brand name of circuit breaker and electrical panel designed and manufactured by Federal...
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Liam Ortiz
Jun 16, 20232 min read
The Environmental Cost of Concrete
History Concrete has been used for thousands of years, and may have even been used to build the pyramids! The ancient Romans also used...
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Liam Ortiz
Jun 16, 20233 min read
What on Earth is Hempcrete?
When it comes to building materials, concrete is an obvious choice. However, with environmental concerns growing, the search for more...
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Liam Ortiz
Jun 6, 20233 min read
10 Things You Should Do When You Move In
Congratulations on becoming a homeowner! Now that you've taken possession of your new house, it's time to ensure that everything is in...
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Liam Ortiz
Apr 21, 20233 min read
Furnace Filters
Furnace filters are an essential part of any home's heating and cooling system. They help to keep the air in your home clean and healthy...
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Liam Ortiz
Jan 24, 20233 min read
Thermal Bridging: Why It Matters
Thermal bridging is a phenomenon that occurs when there is a direct path for heat to flow from the interior to the exterior of a...
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Liam Ortiz
Oct 21, 20223 min read
What are Home Inspectors NOT Allowed To Do?
Scope of Practice Home inspectors, like many other professionals, must abide by a professional scope of practice. This scope describes...
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Liam Ortiz
Sep 16, 20222 min read
5 Things to Expect From Your Home Inspection
1. Contracts + Agreements The first step in your home inspection is signing your contracts. All home inspectors require a contract to be...
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Liam Ortiz
Aug 24, 20223 min read
What Do Home Inspectors Look For?
The short answer is... a whole heck of a lot. The Big Question Without a doubt, the single question that I get asked the most is "What...
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Liam Ortiz
Aug 15, 20223 min read
Is a Home Inspection a Building Code Inspection?
What is a Building Code Anyway? A building code is a set of minimum rules and guidelines that builders must follow to construct or modify...
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Liam Ortiz
Jul 15, 20222 min read
Galvanized Plumbing
What are Galvanized Pipes? Galvanized pipes are steel pipes coated with zinc to prevent rusting. This is a common process still used...
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Liam Ortiz
Jun 13, 20223 min read
Poly-B Piping
Why Insurance Companies Won't Cover This Material Poly-What? Polybutylene piping is a plumbing material that was used from the late...
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Liam Ortiz
May 24, 20222 min read
Home Inspection vs. Home Appraisal
What's the difference, and which one do you need? Home Appraisal - What is the value of a property? An appraisal is an assessment of the...
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Liam Ortiz
May 16, 20223 min read
What is a Pre-Listing Inspection?
Find out why more people aren't using this valuable tool. So, You're Thinking of Selling Selling your home can be daunting. Why add one...
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Liam Ortiz
May 9, 20222 min read
What You Need to Know About Radon
The Kootenay region is known to have high levels of Radon. Here's what that means for you. What is Radon, Anyway? Radon is a naturally...
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Liam Ortiz
May 3, 20222 min read
Preparing for Your Home Inspection
A buyer's guide to getting ready for your home inspection. You've booked your inspection and signed your contracts. Now what? Do I Also...
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