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Crawlspace Images worth sharing

Rodents are living in this crawl space.

The water in a crawlspace of this Bellingham home ia a direct result of a gutter downspout dumping rain water next to the foundation.

The insulation in this crawl space has been installed backward; the paper acts as a vapor barrier and is intended to be installed towards the heated space (living area) of the home. Moisture can accumulate from condensation being trapped between the heated areas and the vapor barrier. Prolonged moisture can create a conducive condition for wood-destroying insects and organisms to enter the structure. It also provides a cozy place for vermin to live and cause further damage as seen here from the staining in the vapor barrier.

HVAC images worth sharing

This was a home in Point Roberts. Flters that are not installed properly can reduce the expected lifespan of the furnace. It can effect the quality of the air inside the home as well.

In this Bellingham home, the furnace filter was the wrong size. It’s an inexpensive fix that can save a lot of money in the long run.

Plumbing images worth sharing

Failed wax ring at toilet and damage to sub-structure.

For the time and effort, it took to wrap this drain with tape, it could have been done properly.

Installing and using bathroom ventilation could significantly reduce the microbial growth (mold) on the underside of this toilet tank.

Structural images worth sharing

Look at that those tight lines in that old-growth wood!!

(Lumber and) Craftsmanship like this just isn’t seen in modern construction.

Installing and using bathroom ventilation could significantly reduce the microbial growth (mold) on the underside of this toilet tank.

Wood Destroying Organisms images worth sharing

Anobiid beetle damage at this substructure is so significant; the joist is collapsing into the foundation.

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