August 2006 Volume 1 Issue 1
HOUSING EDUCATION NEWS FOR THE PROFESSIONAL
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Hurricane coverage: Are you protected? In 1992, Hurricane Andrew inflicted over $15 billion in damages. Andrew's winds and water destroyed virtually everything in its path. This natural disaster typically occurs in coastal areas (the eastern and southern U.S. coast with Florida being a "hotspot"). Hurricanes are generally covered under a standard homeowner's policy (the peril "windstorm"). If your windows are blown-out or roof torn-off, your policy should cover it. Although these dramatic 200+mph winds define the hurricane's intensity, its water does most of the damage. Sudden tidal surges and torrents of rain drown and pulverize buildings. Consequently, such water-related damage is not covered by a standard homeowner's policy. A Flood policy will cover these damages. ICC/IAPMO Proposal Discussed at Town Hall Meeting Details of the proposed joint venture between ICC and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) to develop single plumbing and mechanical codes were rolled out during a National Town Hall Meeting held in Denver, colorado, July 15, 2006. Click here to view the PowerPoint presentation from the ICC National Town Hall Meeting on the joint venture with IAPMO to develop a single plumbing code and single mechanical code for use across America. Does not include agenda and background history material. "A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home" Molds are part of the natural environment. Outdoors, molds play a part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees, but indoors, mold growth should be avoided. Molds reproduce by means of tiny spores; the spores are invisible to the naked eye and float through outdoor and indoor air. Mold may begin growing indoors when mold spores land on surfaces that are wet. There are many types of mold, and none of them will grow without water or moisture. CFM Corp. Recalls Sequoia Wood Burning Fireplaces for Fire Hazard Description: Only models EWF30, EWF36, and EWF36A are affected by this recall. The recalled fireplaces are 400 or 700 pound steel plate wood-burning fireplaces with the trade name “Sequoia.” The fireplaces measure 30-inches-wide or 36-inches-wide, have doors which seal them and are designed for installation in openings in the walls of homes that connect to chimneys. Affected model and serial numbers are: click here |
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| Home Inspection Principles and Standards: Prepare to take the National Home Inspector Exam. The next fast track starts Monday Sept 11: Monday through Saturday for one week. Dates to watch for: Sept. 11, Oct. 30, Nov 27. Next Weekend class starts Saturday Sept. 30: 6 Saturdays. Dates to watch for: Sept. 30, Oct. 28. INTRODUCTION TO PROFESSIONAL HOME INSPECTING
ICC Building Code Classes
Starts Sept. 8, Oct. 16 Starts Sept. 9, Oct 3 Starts Sept. 11, Oct 6 Starts Sept. 18, Oct. 13 Starts Sept. 29, Oct. 25 |
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The most difficult
thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity."
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