Nashville TN, Home Inspector Locates Missing Flashing
February 7, 2010 by Bill Collins
Filed under Inspector Findings
Poorly installed shingles were found on roof in Nashville. Any time shingles intersect with an exterior wall, step flashing should be installed under each roll of shingles and counter flashing should be installed on the exterior wall that overlaps the step flashing. The shingles picture will allow rain water to penetrate behind the shingles and enter the structure.
Nashville TN, Inspector Locates Improper Clearance on Power Lines
February 5, 2010 by Bill Collins
Filed under Inspector Findings
Power lines are sometimes found on older home where they do not have the proper clearance needed between it and the roof line. Power lines should be at a minimum of 18″ where they cross over a section of roof. This is needed to protect the house from the electrical wires and to allow workmen to safely service and replace the roofing shingles.
