When driving a nail, many of us drive it until it is firmly set, that is, tight. However, that is not always the best practice. Unless one is nailing rough framing, it is better for many applications to set the nail… Read More
Author Archives: Jerry Prugar
Burst Sidewall of an Above-Ground Swimming Pool
We have observed that one of the more common causes of a split in the sidewall of an above ground pool is corrosion of the sidewall. (For those who think swimming pool damage is only a summer issue, note the… Read More
May THIS Be Our Boast in 2017
Thus says the LORD: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, but let him who boasts boast in this, that… Read More
The Importance of Good Flashing
What happens when flashing is poorly installed around windows? The feature photograph shows what might show on the interior, but the following photographs show what may be hidden in the wall. Disclaimer Read More
Merry Christmas (2016)
… when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. (Gal 4:4-5, ESV) [Think… Read More
Examples of Heat Damage from a Nearby Fire
We sometimes get called to evaluate damage to the exterior of a building reported to have been caused by the heat from a nearby fire. Following are photographs of heat damage to exterior building components. Disclaimer Read More
Update: Low-flying Planes (Still) Damaging Roofs in Poland
In July 25, 2016 we reported a story in the Dziennik Polski that low flying airplanes were damaging clay roofs tile on homes nearby the airport in Morawica. This is an ongoing story in Poland as the authorities have been flummoxed… Read More