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March 2021
March Virtual Meeting: Applied Waterproofing Systems with Neal Goulding
Inspecting waterproofing systems over living areas is one of the critical areas of a property inspection, as even a minor leak can cause a significant water related damage. There are many different types of products and systems, and it's important for inspectors to be familiar with them, and know what defects to look for. Neal Goulding has been in business for over 35 years, and has a wealth of experience and knowledge about waterproofing. 5:30pm Login and Socialize Join a…
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April Virtual Meeting: Non-Ductile Concrete with David Bonowitz, SE
Non-ductile reinforced concrete buildings, common in buildings from the 1970s and before, are prone to brittle behavior in parts of the building such as joints and columns. Local ordinances in Southern California are requiring retrofitting, and there are rumors that such ordinances are coming to Northern California in the near future. Structural Engineer David Bonowitz will discuss non-ductile concrete, retrofitting measures, and ordinances that could be coming to the Bay Area. 5:30pm Login and Socialize Join a few minutes early…
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May Virtual Meeting: Wildfire Codes & Home Hardening with Dr. Steve Quarles
Wildfires have caused significant damage and loss of life in recent years, and in 2020 over 4 million acres burned 10,000 structures were destroyed. The 2017 Tubbs Fire showed that such fires are not limited to forested mountain areas. Dr. Steve Quarles is an expert in the performance of buildings exposed to wildland fire and the effectiveness of mitigation strategies. Dr. Quarles will have a presentation covering the codes so you can help your clients be wildfire smart. 5:30pm Login…
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June Virtual Meeting: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) with Kevin Casey
With the limited housing availability in the Bay Area, Accessory Dwelling Units, also known as ADUs, have become a popular way to infill housing in an urban environment. Many cities are encouraging building backyard "granny flats" and the California Residential Code even has a new appendix for Tiny Houses. With their growing popularity, it is critical for home inspectors to know how to inspect them. Kevin Casey is the CEO of New Avenue, a home builder specializing in ADU, with…
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