by Troy Bishop, P.E. | Apr 9, 2022 | Renovations
Outdoor pavilions are a major home renovation trend recently. These types of structures transform your outdoor space and provide you and your family with a sheltered area to entertain guests. It’s also true that an outdoor kitchen can add serious value to your home!...
by Troy Bishop, P.E. | Feb 21, 2022 | Inspections
The Issue Axiom Structures was called out to investigate a single-family residence for possible water damage to structural members of the roof. The client recently had their roof replaced. At the same time, a window contractor replaced a large window along the...
by Troy Bishop, P.E. | Dec 8, 2021 | Inspections
What factors can cause damage to concrete? The primary causes of damage to concrete, at least in South Florida, are changes in temperature and moisture (excluding some other issue like settlement). Concrete is porous, meaning it is not waterproof, and has many tiny...
by Troy Bishop, P.E. | Aug 24, 2021 | Renovations
During visual inspections of structural elements in a building, the wood framing is usually investigated to check for splitting, splintering, and other indications that wood structural repairs are needed. Our office also utilizes a metal sounding bar to determine if...
by Troy Bishop, P.E. | Jun 14, 2021 | Inspections
When I first got word that I will be deployed to New Jersey to perform Hurricane Sandy initial damage assessment inspections to assist home owners with their Sandy insurance claims, I could not wait to get on that plane. I would be the second team to head up...
