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"Speedrunning a roof failure on a brand-new build, any % glitchless." 🏁
You'd think on a brand-new construction home, the ridge shingles would, you know... actually be attached to the roof. But out on this Lowell build, they were literally missing and flying off in the wind. We love the "new construction means perfect" myth, but reality tells a different story. Shingles flying away before the homeowners even move in is wild—and trust me, the missing ridge cap was just one of eight major defects I documented on this roof alone. https://www.tiktok
Cid Herlein
4 days ago1 min read
Is your new home truly safe? 🏠🔍
I just wrapped up an inspection on a new build in Lowell, AR, and caught a significant safety oversight that could easily be missed. These oversized windows are located very close to the ground, creating a potential hazard if someone were to trip or fall against them. In high-traffic areas or spots where family members—especially kids—are playing, safety glass (tempered glass) is essential. While one of the three windows was correctly equipped with tempered glass, the other
Cid Herlein
Jun 291 min read
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