Archives by Month: January 2012

Beware of Damaging Window Reflection

Posted by in Unusual | January 25, 2012

A Prius Owner in Southern California claims that the plastic components of her car are being melted by the reflected beam of light from her neighbor’s windows.  See the article at the website for the CBS Los Angeles affiliate. Does… Read More

What is a Lintel and What is Lintel Lift?

Posted by in Masonry | January 23, 2012

For thousands of years the openings in brick and stone (masonry) walls have been topped with an arch to provide support for the masonry above. In arch construction, the masonry that forms the arch, is generally wedged in place. The… Read More