By: Ruthie Helms As code experts, one of our primary responsibilities is identifying conditions that may pose a risk to occupants. While many homeowners focus on roofs, electrical systems, and foundations, glass safety is often overlooked, despite being a common source of serious household injuries. Millions of people are injured by glass annually, with 2.5 million glass […]
By: Ruthie Helms Each year, clothes dryer fires cause over $100 million in property damage in the United States, according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). These incidents are more common than many realize, with an estimated 15,600 structure fires, 400 injuries, and 15 fatalities annually. The leading culprit? Lint buildup—a highly flammable material that can accumulate inside the dryer or vent, […]
By: Ruthie Helms Earthquakes have been making headlines and shaking things up – particularly in regions across the U.S. that are not prone to them. Just last year, New York City experienced a 4.8-magnitude earthquake that rocked residents and proposed the risk of structural damage. While the earthquake in New York City did not cause […]
By: Ruthie Helms If you’re in the market for a new water heater, you’re probably weighing the pros and cons of tank vs. tankless models. Both do the same essential job—providing hot water—but they differ significantly in how they work, how much they cost, and how efficiently they operate. The Code Pro Team will break it down so […]
