BuiltVitals aims to make technical building information useful, traceable, and appropriately cautious. This page explains the standards we apply before publishing.
Sources come first
For regulations, codes, safety requirements, equipment specifications, phaseout schedules, and other time-sensitive claims, we prioritize government agencies, standards organizations, manufacturers, technical manuals, and original research. Secondary sources may help provide context but should not replace an available primary source.
Facts, judgment, and uncertainty
We distinguish verifiable facts from estimates, interpretation, and editorial judgment. When requirements vary by jurisdiction or a source leaves room for uncertainty, the article should say so rather than present one answer as universal.
Safety and scope
Our articles identify meaningful hazards and professional boundaries. We do not frame regulated or high-risk work as a casual do-it-yourself task. Readers should follow current manufacturer instructions and applicable local requirements.
AI-assisted workflow
AI tools may assist with research organization, drafting, formatting, and quality checks. A human editor remains responsible for deciding what is published, checking material claims and sources, removing unsupported statements, and ensuring that the article communicates important safety limits.
Commercial independence
Advertising, sponsorship, affiliate relationships, free products, or other commercial relationships will be labeled where applicable. Payment does not buy an undisclosed editorial endorsement or a misleading link.
Updates
Technical information changes. Articles display publication or update dates, and material revisions should be rechecked against current sources.