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Why dont people build homes with brick or cement in fire zones

Saturday, 05 July 2008 00:00 Jock Home & Garden - Other - Home & Garden

Why do they insist on wood?

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Bruce T Votes: +0	Usually because they are under the misconception that brick and concrete are much more expensive. report abuse vote down vote up


paul Votes: +0	If you are referring to California, we also have earthquakes, after 1906 few homes in California are made from brick. In the past wood was a lot cheaper, that is changing. report abuse vote down vote up


Bobby Votes: +0	In hurricane or tornado areas, wood may be preferred because it can flex more than brick and concrete block (which gives them a greater chance of surviving strong winds). report abuse vote down vote up


David A Votes: +0	Good question...some people just don't get it I guess. report abuse vote down vote up


Nicky T Votes: +0	cuz its much stronger report abuse vote down vote up

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