5 things to consider before you build a deck or patio
Deck additions are the most common DIY home projects, and can be the easiest one to bungle unless you know what you’re doing. Problems like skipped permits, water infiltration, unsafe guardrails, and unreliable framing materials and hardware can undermine your deck’s performance, cause serious safety issues, and lead to unnecessary frustration and unplanned expenses. Before […]
The Balcony Bill-Know About SB-721 and the Mandatory Inspections
Tragedy struck Berkeley in the early hours of June 16th, 2015 when six young people were killed and seven injured after the balcony they stood on collapsed and hurled them down onto the sidewalk. Only a month later, another young man died when the stairs of a Folsom apartment building gave way under his feet. The ensuing investigations blamed […]