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water damage

  1. JimmyTreeX

    When to pull meters after a roof/plumbing leak

    We have had a lot of rain here in upstate NY which has resulted in A LOT of roof leak calls. At some of the calls, the Fire Department calls for National Grid (our utility/gas provider) to come inspect the property and determine if the meters should be pulled due to the water leaking into light...
  2. A

    Chimney Cracks

    Building Officials, I am in the process of purchasing a home in the Chicago area. During the home inspection, it was noted that there was interior water damage on all three floors where the outside chimney is located. The fireplace is a glass-enclosed gas fireplace. Upon inspection on the...
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