Mice test positive for Hantavirus in San Diego County.
Soils and Settlement May Cause Slab Cracks
Settlement cracks in a slab can be caused by many things. Concrete shrinks as it hardens when water evaporates. Soild movement can also cause cracking.
Clearing a Dishwasher Air Gap
How to clean the dishwasher air gap when water leaks from the cap. This video is provided by Greg Chich or Ramona’s Plumber.
Water Heater Inspections – Part 2
Water heaters must be properly strapped so that they don’t fall over during an earthquake. Water heaters weigh several hundred pounds when full, so a proper seismic strapping kit must be installed.
Water Heater Inspections – Part 1
Your home inspector should report rust or corrososion at the top of the water heater. This can indicate pending failure which can flood your house.
Dryer Vent Safety
Dryer vents are a common cause of house fires. Lint can build up in the dryer duct. When the air flow is restricted, the temperature of the exhaust goes up which can ignite the lint.
Swimming Pool Safety – Must Read
Each year, hundreds of children die due to drowning in residential swimming pools. Please take the necessary steps to keep your pool from being a death trap.
