Steve Mangekian, Author at Alpha Building Inspections

Roof

Should a Roof Vent Pipe Be Covered?

Have you ever found yourself staring up at your roof, puzzled by the various components, lost in a sea of shingles? You're not alone. Specifically, many homeowners wonder about the purpose of the roof vent…

Steve MangekianMarch 20, 2024

Home Maintenance

How Are Ceiling Fans Measured? Ensuring Optimal Performance

Every homeowner knows the importance of a ceiling fan that delivers optimal performance and seamlessly integrates with the room's design. The perfect balance hinges on one crucial factor – appropriate sizing. Properly measured ceiling fans…

Steve MangekianMarch 20, 2024

Home Maintenance

Easy Steps to Fix Chipped Paint on Your Wall

Is your home's interior looking a bit worse for wear due to chips in the paint? Peeling or chipped wall paint is a common inconvenience that many homeowners face – but it doesn't have to…

Steve MangekianMarch 13, 2024

Septic

Does Every House Have a Septic Tank?

When it comes to our homes, there are many aspects that we often overlook or take for granted. One such aspect is wastewater. We don't usually give much thought to what happens after we flush…

Steve MangekianMarch 7, 2024

Hot Tub

How to Clean a Hot Tub Filter (The Easy Way)

Do you want clear, clean, and relaxing hot tub water? A regular filter cleaning routine is an absolute must. Contrary to popular belief, hot tub maintenance doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. This straightforward…

Steve MangekianMarch 1, 2024

What size nails are best for a baseboard?

Home Maintenance

What Size Nails Are the Best For a Baseboard?

If you've ever tried hammering flimsy little nails into a baseboard only to have it slowly wiggle loose over time, you know the frustration of using the wrong fastener. A loose baseboard not only looks…

Steve MangekianFebruary 23, 2024

Plumbing

Ultimate Guide on How to Remove Pex Clamps

PEX has become a popular piping option in modern plumbing systems. However, roadblocks like a stubborn PEX clamp during plumbing projects can quickly turn an ordinary day into a big headache. Don't panic yet! With the…

Steve MangekianFebruary 20, 2024

HVAC

What Does a Heat Pump Look Like?

As homeowners, it's crucial to understand our home's heating system. However, with the rise of energy-efficient heat pumps, you might find yourself asking, "What does a heat pump look like?" Knowing its appearance and components…

Steve MangekianFebruary 15, 2024

Windows

How To Measure Window Screens

Summertime calls for us to fling open our windows and bask in the delightful weather. However, uninvited insects can be a real buzzkill to this serene picture. Enter window screens—your first line of defense to…

Steve MangekianFebruary 7, 2024

Electrical Home Maintenance

How to Install a Ring Doorbell

Keeping our homes and families safe is pretty much a universal top priority. But who has time to sit by the door all day waiting and watching the door? That's why smart doorbells like Ring…

Steve MangekianFebruary 6, 2024

Steve Mangekian

Should a Roof Vent Pipe Be Covered?

How Are Ceiling Fans Measured? Ensuring Optimal Performance

Easy Steps to Fix Chipped Paint on Your Wall

Does Every House Have a Septic Tank?

How to Clean a Hot Tub Filter (The Easy Way)

What Size Nails Are the Best For a Baseboard?

Ultimate Guide on How to Remove Pex Clamps

What Does a Heat Pump Look Like?

How To Measure Window Screens

How to Install a Ring Doorbell

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