Handyman Versus Contractor

COMMENTARY

• Trees should be far enough from the home
  • Avoid termite access from ground to home
  • Roots can cause cement slabs to heave
• Converting patios or carports into rooms often requires permits and professional contractors
• Proper footing and stem walls are critical for structural stability in enclosed conversions
• Handymen should not perform structural modifications like load-bearing supports

Roofs, Windows And Doors

COMMENTARY

• Key roof inspection tips
  • Checking asphalt shingles
  • Roof jacks
  • Sealing penetrations to prevent leaks
  • Parapet walls in Santa Fe homes are identified as a major weak point causing water infiltration
• Door and window inspection for smooth operation and structural integrity
  • Identify gaps
  • Hinges
  • Rollers

CALLER

• Tom’s neighbor converted his step down back porch into a bedroom. He didn’t get a building permit and left it a step down that led to leaks after a heavy rain. Is that now considered part of his living space?

Takeaways

COMMENTARY

• A clever painting tip to remove manufacturing fuzz off new roller pads
• The WILLSH Corporation offers a broad range of services
  • Carpentry
  • Foundation repair
  • Fasia work
  • Drywall
  • Painting
  • Excluding electrical and plumbing
• Meticulous cleanliness at job sites before, during and after projects
• Licensed, bonded, insured