Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Jan 8, 20211 minProper vent termination clearancesIt is very important to always ensure there is a proper clearance (>12") between the ground and intake vents. If they are too close to...
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Jun 8, 20202 min5 things to do to get your house ready for summerWith the start of summer just around the corner here's a few things homeowners can do to make sure their house is ready for the warm days...
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe May 5, 20201 minShould I store firewood against the house to keep it dry?Storing firewood against a house in order to keep it from getting wet may seem like a good idea, however it can actually create a...
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Feb 23, 20201 minHave you noticed moisture stains next to your bath fan?A "leaky" bath fan can occur when warm, humid air is not being fully exhausted outside the house. Moisture created from running a hot...
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Jan 30, 20201 minSmoke DetectorsThis smoke detector is over 30 years old! Make sure to replace your smoke and CO detectors as they only have a 10 year designed life...
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Jan 15, 20201 minHome Heating TipsAs the week of freezing temperatures goes on, be aware that your furnace is working overtime to heat your house. Be sure to check/replace...
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Jan 4, 20201 minMoisture Problems in the Attic?Attics should be well ventilated and heavily insulated in order to prevent moisture problems in the winter and spring. As warm air rises...
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Dec 14, 20191 min"Floating Joists"?Not all problems in a house reveal themselves right away. In this picture we can see a floor joist nearly "floating" in mid air. The...
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Dec 3, 20191 minWhy not to use Ice Melter/Salt on your drivewayAs we progress into winter the snowfalls become more frequent. This means more snow shoveling and more opportunities for slips and falls....
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Nov 26, 20191 minBirds don't belong in vents!It is important to routinely walk around the outside of your house to check vent terminations. High winds have ripped the cover off of...
Ian Lauzon Timber Pointe Nov 21, 20191 minHow to Properly Winterize Your Exterior Faucets As we move into winter, be sure to have your exterior faucets winterized! Here is the proper procedure to complete the process:...