The feature photograph was taken of a chimney that had been clad with manufactured stone veneer. This photograph provides helpful information regarding the cause and history of the damage. From this photo we observe the following: There is no waterproof membrane… Read More
Author Archives: Jerry Prugar
Assessing the History of a Water Source (Encore)
For years NASA has been searching the heavens for traces of water proposing that its presence is evidence of life beyond this earth. Water is indeed necessary for the existence of life as we know it. From the Hebrew Scriptures… Read More
Memorial Day (2017)
Please take time this Memorial Day weekend to honor the memory of those who gave their lives to preserve, protect and defend The Constitution for the United States of America. Disclaimer Read More
Public Service Reminder: It’s Time to Get Those Backyard Pools Opened for the Kids
The damage to this swimming pool was not from lightning, as evidenced by the lack of charred or melted materials and a lack of damage to the electrical equipment. The damage to this swimming pool was not from wind, as… Read More
What is Undercutting of a Footing?
In the feature photograph we see where an excavation was performed near a wall. The excavation is nearly alongside the wall and extends well below the bottom of the wall footing, which was about three feet below grade. This type… Read More
Beware of the Flying Debris
We are often told about and shown the destructive power of a tornado, roofs dislodged, buildings partially dismantled, and even neighborhoods leveled. These are real and life threatening, and we need to take cover when given a tornado warning. But… Read More
Intentional Damage? Or Something Else?
Not all shingle tabs that are creased or unsealed by hand lifting are done so with intention to damage. During the replacement or repair of shingles, flashings, or other roof component, shingle tabs are often lifted and bent back to… Read More