Like many firefighters, I always look at buildings as though I were sizing them up for firefighting operations. One building construction technique that always intrigued me is the metal pitched roof.

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Every type of building construction poses challenges for ladder companies performing vertical ventilation. In this article, we take a closer look at Type 2 construction, specifically the metal roof, ...

Driveways were the first thing we all had to clear of 2 feet of snow, but keeping your vents open, shoveling out fire hydrants and clearing off your roof comes next. Home and business owners with low ...

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