WATCH THE VIDEO AT https://bit.ly/gallowaydecks In this video, Troy Galloway takes a look at a bunch of deck-related items that gave him cause for concern during his building inspections, including support posts, support beams, decking, handrails, and stairs. 314-520-6655 http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ 3:35 support posts  17:44 support beams  23:00 floor joists 39:48 decking 51:03 handrails 1:03:11 stairs

In this 70th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks to Tonymike Washington from Secure 24 about ADT Security Systems and why people always seem to only buy security systems right after buying a house or right after a robbery. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ 2:21 Tonymike works for Secure 24, an authorized ADT...

In this bonus episode, Troy Galloway talks to architect Jeffrey Solomon of VSP Construction Services, INC. about creating floorplans for commercial buildings. Find out how Jeff can help maximize the amount of revenue generating space for commercial property owners and their tenants. You can also watch this episode as a video at https://bit.ly/gallowayarchitect Contact Jeffrey by emailing [email protected] Look at VSP's past projects at http://vspconstruction.com/ 1:50 Jeff...

In this 69th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks to Chris Schad from Sewer-Oscopy about hydro jetting and why it is a more efficient way to clean out sewer pipes than spinning blades. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 1:40 Chris was previously on episode 35 of About the...

WATCH THE VIDEO AT https://bit.ly/gallowayexteriors In this video, Troy Galloway takes a look at a bunch of exterior items he checks during his commercial building inspections including siding, doors, windows, electrical, parking lots, loading docks, and drainage. 314-520-6655 http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ 1:33 siding, pop up building, cracks under window 4:01 Walgreens, steel studded framing, EIFS 5:18 brick, impregnated form with stamp, expansion joint 6:36 120 year old...

WATCH THE VIDEO AT https://bit.ly/gallowayroof In this video, Troy Galloway is joined by Rick Hinkson of Eureka Contracting and Roofing to evaluate a bunch of photos of commercial roofs they have worked on. Find out why the roof is the MOST important part of any building. Rick Hinkson of Eureka Contracting and Roofing https://www.eurekacontracting.com/ 636-938-ROOF (7663) [email protected] Troy Galloway of Galloway Building...

In this 68th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks about fireproofing your home. Find out what kind of fire-retardant plants you can grow around your property to help slow a fire. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 6:55 How to fireproof your home 9:00 Creating a firebreak...

In this 67th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks about drywall. Find out what type of drywall to use in your garage to slow a fire from spreading quickly to the rest of your house. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 3:40 Drywall has changed a lot even during the 44 years...

In this 66th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy shares a bunch of wild construction inspection stories. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 3:05 What is a construction inspection 4:38 Working with attorneys to inspect the construction contracts 5:48 Inspecting new home...

In this 65th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks to Jay and Jack of STL Brick and Tuckpointing. Find out why using mortar that is harder than your bricks will cause problems down the road and why skimming (using too little mortar) is the biggest faux pas in the tuckpointing business. Contact STL Brick and Tuckpointing at 314.753.2907 Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House...

In this 64th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy celebrates National Deck Safety Month by explaining what goes into making a sturdy deck and how to ensure it lasts a lifetime. Find out how to avoid water and termite damage. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 5:10 May is...

In this 63rd episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks to Jim Ramsey of Dave Ramsey Heat and Air about maintaining your HVAC system so it runs smoother and lasts longer. Find out what kind of damage a dog marking their territory on your air conditioner can do. If you live in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area you can contact Dave Ramsey Heat and Air at (918) 756-2909. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page...

In this 62nd episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks to Real Estate Broker Ramona Galloway of J&H Properties about this wild seller's market and what you can do to beat out all the other buyers offering $20,000 over asking! Contact Ramona by calling 314-602-4835 Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and...

In this 61st episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks about indoor air quality. Find out if you are actually making yourself sick by not having enough ventilation and by keeping certain chemicals and products in your home. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 3:00 indoor air...

In this 60th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks to Tom Barron of Barron Mirror, Glass, and Door (https://barronmirror.com/). Find out about glass Covid dividers, custom etched bar back mirrors, and why fireplace glass can withstand the heat. If you mention About the House when purchasing shower doors, Tom will throw in Clear Shield (a $150 value) for free. Contact Barron Mirror, Glass, and Door at 636.230.6300. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services...

In this 59th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks to Travis Boyer of MoldManUSA.com. Find out how you can tell if you actually have dangerous BLACK MOLD growing in your home. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 5:15 What to do if mold is visible 6:00 Air quality testing...

In this 58th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks to Matt Walt of Beishir Lock & Security (https://www.stlsecurity.com/) about the latest in automation and security technology. Find out how he’s helped companies automate temperature checks for Covid screenings and save food from spoiling at restaurants. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by...

In this 57th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks trim and moulding with Chris Warakomski of http://www.alexmo.com/. Find out what kind of trim is the best to use in damp places like basements and bathrooms. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuil...​ About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/​ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/​ 3:20 Troy introduces Chris...

In this 56th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy answers a whole bunch of questions he has been receiving lately. Find out about what to do about snow and ice damaging your home, when to seed and sod your yard, why an outside switch might shock you, and much more! Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you...

In this 55th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks about what you need to have in your home in order to be prepared for a natural disaster. Find out what to do when a snowstorm knocks out your power and you are stuck in your home for weeks on end. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you...

In this 54th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy continues talking about exterior siding. Find out about some of the different types of siding like wood, metal, vinyl, cement fiber, and Masonite and the advantages of each of them. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 6:00...

In this 53rd episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks about exterior siding. Find out about some of the different types of siding like brick, brick veneer,  stone, stucco, EIFS, and the advantages of each of them. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 6:45 brick and brick...

In this 52nd episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks about roofing materials. Find out about some of the different types of underlayment, shingles, and metals that can be used on a roof and the advantages of each of them. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 5:10...

In this 51st episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy talks about home insulation. Find out why FLUFFY insulation actually keeps your home warmer. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 5:30 How insulation works 7:10 Conduction 7:25 Convection 7:48 Radiant heat 10:17 Fiberglass,...

In this 50th episode of About the House with Troy Galloway, Troy picks up where he left off last episode by sharing more fall home maintenance tips to help you prepare for winter. Submit your questions at the Galloway Building Services Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GallowayBuildingServices About the House brought to you by http://gallowaybuildingservices.com/ and https://www.jhpropertiesrealestate.com/ 2:25 dryer vents 4:30 drafts 10:48 window gaps 12:00 basement cracks 12:33...