Common Roofing Errors

I was recently called to consult on an Iowa home that had extensive roof leaks into the finished space. According to the homeowner, the leaks […]

Repairing a Rotting Roof

Water dripping from a skylight during an autumn rainstorm looked like a minor leak. But when the roofer making repairs discovered an unexpectedly large area of saturated OSB sheathing and […]

Getting Kickout Flashings Right

I founded my own framing and siding company back in 1990, and while my brother still runs the siding division, much of my work these […]

Common Siding Failures

I see a lot of failed siding jobs. The one shown in the photos in this article is typical of the fiber-cement siding jobs I am […]

How to Destroy a Wall in Two Easy Steps

I was recently called to a home in Grinnell, Iowa, to investigate a water stain on the interior drywall. The stain was a harmless-looking discoloration […]

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