The Predictability Gap: Unforced Errors in Modern Homebuilding
Modern homes have improved in many ways, but they have also become less forgiving. They are tighter, more insulated, more layered, and more dependent on mechanical systems than older homes. That means small construction mistakes can create bigger consequences when air, water, vapor, humidity, and drying potential are not properly controlled.
Code, Inspections, and the Durability Gap in Modern Homes
Why new homes can still have serious moisture, humidity, and durability problems even when they meet code.
Central Dehumidification - Yes, you probably need it…
A practical look at how hidden moisture affects homes, and why central dehumidification is often essential in most climates.
Tight House Woes
Tight Homes, Hidden Risks: Why Efficiency Without Ventilation Can Backfire.
“The M-Word” — Mold and the Rental Industry’s Favorite Game
Know your rights under Florida Statute 83.56.
If landlords don’t act within 7 days of a written notice for habitability issues, you may have legal grounds…..
High-Efficiency Homes: Five Builder Mistakes That Sink Performance in Florida
High-efficiency homes promise comfort and deep energy savings, yet airtight construction magnifies every oversight. Discover how sloppy air sealing, inadequate ventilation and dehumidification, poor HVAC choices, and skipped performance testing derail Florida builds—and the proven steps Green Check uses to keep them on track.
Building Science 101 (You’re not a dummy - they are)
A practical introduction to building science and why air sealing, enclosure details, and hidden leakage matter more than most cosmetic upgrades.
Burn The Contract
Protect Yourself From Bad Contracts: Avoiding Costly Mistakes in Home Projects
The mold is gone…but your problem remains.
You’ve remediated. You’ve cleaned. You’ve PAID.
It takes about 3 days to get a mold remediator/assessor license. What are the chances you got the “Good Guys” and they got it right?
“I’m the Bad Contractor”
“Sure! I’ll take your money and do a lousy job! When should I start?”
….said no contractor ever. How do you spot the Bad Ones?
Getting Quotes For Dummies (You’re the Dummy)
HELP ME HELP YOU
Who signs these vague and intentionally deceptive contracts with contractors?!!!?
Most of you or else contractors wouldn’t be doing it!