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Welcome to our blog! Here you will find posts covering a variety of topics including building science, forensic engineering, current events, catastrophe news and much more.

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Cruiser Bikes For Charity

Woman’s cruiser donated by Pie and Craig & Celia Sellers-auctioned at Sunset in the Country

We are excited to announce we’ve helped raise $2,500 in much-needed funding for the Anchor Center for Blind Children by donating these hot rides, each hand painted by Denver artist Sharon Price!

Anchor Center for Blind …(read more)

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Sustainable Schools Garner Attention from Colorado Legislature

As building enclosure experts, how could we not chime in on the proposed Senate Bill 13-279?

What is SB 13-279? Good question!

Senate Bill 13-279, if passed by Colorado Legislature, will require new school buildings and significant renovations to be “designed and constructed to the highest energy efficiency standards practicable”. Championing the …(read more)

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Marijuana Legalization in Colorado Not Without its Growing Pains

Since the implementation of Amendment 64 in Colorado, marijuana-related concerns have been on the rise amongst state residents and lawmakers alike.

Recently, a legislative bill intended to set a marijuana blood limit for drivers was vetoed in the Colorado Senate. Now, one question being asked by lawmakers is how to ensure …(read more)

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California Inferno

And as fire experimentation ensues, so does a massive wildfire threatening the Los Angeles-area. Fire officials hope to contain the Springs fire by Tuesday which has grown to 43 square miles -claiming 28,000 acres since last Thursday.

So far, The Ventura County fire has damaged 15 residences and 5 commercial properties …(read more)

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Devastation from 2012 Colorado Wildfire Season Sparks New Insurance Changes for Homeowners

Coming off last year’s record wildfire season, Colorado lawmakers are hoping to alleviate future victims of wildfires by implementing new insurance changes for homeowners. The year 2012 after all, destroyed more than 600 homes, making it the most devastating and the most expensive wildfire season in Colorado history.

House Bill 1225 …(read more)

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