Building Codes

OSHA’s Updated Silica Dust Standard and Tips for Managing Masonry Dust

Remodeling

What is Silica Dust? Why Does Your Contractor Care? OSHA's new Respiration Requirements based on Common Tools and Tasks. Plus Tips for managing dust in Masonry (Brick, Stone, Concrete, etc.) Projects. Read...

Common Code Requirements For Decks :: Posts, Footers, Stairs + Common Violations

Many homeowners dream of having a deck, and every home should be entitled to have one, right? Well, it depends on where you live. Each city in the U.S. has requirements about...

Stopping the Killers — Carbon Monoxide and Fire :: New Codes, Safety Checks for Gas Appliances & More

Unfortunately, during the fall and winter seasons is when we see an increase in fire & carbon monoxide fatalities. Based off the latest estimates, there were over 40,000 Carbon Monoxide cases requiring...