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    • OUR SERVICES
    • ABOUT US
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    • CONTACT US
    • Our Library
      • OUR LIBRARY
      • BASEMENTS
      • BATHROOMS
      • DECKS, PATIOS, SIDING
      • ELECTRICAL
      • GHOSTING & STAINS
      • MOLD & MILDEW
      • OIL & GAS TANKS
      • RADON GAS AND WATER
      • ROOFS & INSULATION
      • SEPTIC TANKS & DISPOSALS
      • TERMITES, INSECTS
      • WATER AND WELLS
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Kushner Home Inspection, LLC

(845) 781-3544

  • HOME
  • OUR SERVICES
  • ABOUT US
  • CLIENT REVIEWS
  • CONTACT US
  • Our Library
    • OUR LIBRARY
    • BASEMENTS
    • BATHROOMS
    • DECKS, PATIOS, SIDING
    • ELECTRICAL
    • GHOSTING & STAINS
    • MOLD & MILDEW
    • OIL & GAS TANKS
    • RADON GAS AND WATER
    • ROOFS & INSULATION
    • SEPTIC TANKS & DISPOSALS
    • TERMITES, INSECTS
    • WATER AND WELLS
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Decks

This is not a plug for Simpson Strong Tie, but they do support the latest good practices.  And these are excellent brochures. 


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Simpson DECK CONNECTOR SYSTEM (pdf)Download
Simpson Critical Deck Connections (pdf)Download
Deck Construction Safety (pdf)Download
Simpson Deck Connection & Fastening Guide (pdf)Download

Maintenance

Read carefully.  there is lots of information.  Some of it is conflicting.  Always use a qualified contractor when in doubt.  Siding and decking is expensive to replace but easy to damage. 

Deck Maintenance - Angie's List
Power Washing - Angie's List
Deck Maintenance - Trex
Cedar Siding - Remove the Uck
Do Not Power Washing Cedar Siding - A conflicting opinion (pdf)Download

Siding

What kinds are there?  What you have or what you choose or what you change all have their Pro's and Con's.  When buying, ask educated questions.  If the salesman cant answer them or find out the answer, think twice.  The health of your house is dependent on it. 

What Kinds of Siding is There?
Comparing - Home Advisor
Insulated Vinyl Siding - Is It Worth it?
Exterior Painting Tips from Fine Homebuilding

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