Weatherization measures professionally installed will prevent or rectify most mold issues. Let’s look at some common causes of mold. Bathroom fans venting directly into an attic instead of to the outside. Crawlspaces with a dirt floor allowing moisture to migrate A poorly ventilated crawlspace traps ground moisture within A poorly ventilated basement with high moisture…
Author: Ed Beauchemin When it comes to Home Design and Construction always check with the local building department when in doubt. Home design and construction Ri Ma: when permits are required Building permits are required for construction, alteration and other work not considered to be ordinary repairs. Ordinary repairs are non-structural, and do not include…
Created by: Sarah Halton Blown in insulation: empty wall cavities In this well done video, Sarah narrates as one of our experienced crews installs blown in insulation in an existing home in Providence Rhode island. Wall insulation, when properly installed will eliminate cold spots and draft within your home. Not only that; this happy homeowner…
Author: Ed Beauchemin This is the second part in a series on home design and building planning. When considering a construction project, a little planning goes a long way to successfully obtain the desired results. Listed are areas in construction which are sometimes confusing and can lead to code violations. As always, exceptions and…
New Home Design Ideas Rhode Island and Massachusetts Author: Ed Beauchemin The following list of home design ideas covers many of the basic consideration home designers and building professionals need to know in order to streamline the design and home construction process. Building planning is an important part of any construction project. Smart design and…
New Home Design in Rhode Island and Massachusetts Choosing the right fixtures may not be the first thing that comes to mind at the beginning of the home design process but it should be some where on your short list. Here’s why: Choosing the Right Fixtures: Faucets, the good, the bad and the ugly: Faucets…