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Tuesday, April 27, 2010
With winter and beautiful snowy days comes a period of nearly unbearable cold for many parts of the country. Another thing that is all too common during this time of year is high utility bills. Whether you heat your home with electricity, propane, or oil, you will find that winter naturally causes the need to run the heater much more than other parts of the year. What you may not know is that taking a few simple steps can help to greatly reduce your costs. Today we will take a closer look at the process of winterizing your home.
Posted by richard on 04/27 at 11:31 AM
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Tuesday, April 06, 2010
If you have an older home, you might just find that your attic is in need of better ventilation. As moisture builds up inside your home, it travels upward and into the structure itself. While there are building codes that mandate proper attic ventilation during winter, when heating systems release exhaust into the air, summertime moisture accumulation often requires much greater ventilation in order to prevent mold and mildew. If your attic is in need of better ventilation, this article will help teach you how to install new vents yourself.
Posted by richard on 04/06 at 07:10 AM
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Saturday, April 03, 2010
Posted by richard on 04/03 at 06:42 PM
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Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Patches of dead grass in your lawn can be unsightly and frustrating. When you work hard to maintain a beautiful lawn, these patches can be a constant source of ire. The good news, however, is that they can be fixed. The key is to first determine and eliminate the source of the problem, and then to reseed or patch the area so that it is as healthy and attractive as the rest of the lawn. The process can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few months, depending on the repair that you choose.
Posted by richard on 03/30 at 04:16 PM
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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
When you are building a new home or trying to make your existing home more energy efficient, you will likely pay a great deal of attention to things such as appliances, insulation, windows, and doors. One thing that many people overlook, however, is the roofing that they choose. While many people take the time to choose the best roofing type for their home, few understand that the color you choose can have a significant impact on your energy efficiency. This article aims to take a closer look at choosing the right shingle colors for your home, no matter where you live.
Posted by richard on 03/23 at 05:14 PM
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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
When making an addition to your home or creating partitions to divide a larger space, or even when finishing a basement, insulation is an important part of energy savings. Insulating your walls can help prevent the transfer of both temperature and sound, and taking the time to ensure that you insulate the new wall properly is important. Today we will take a look at a few different methods of insulating new walls so that you can choose the one that will work best for you.
Posted by richard on 03/16 at 10:30 AM
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Monday, March 08, 2010
Instant hot water heaters, or tankless heaters, can be remarkably efficient. By not constantly using electricity or fuel to keep a reservoir of water heated, these tanks utilize a great deal less energy. They work by heating your water as it is used and can help to ensure that you never run out of hot water without the need to heat it around the clock. Today we will examine how the average handyman can install one of these heaters at home without the need to hire a plumber or electrician to do the job.
Posted by richard on 03/08 at 01:08 PM
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Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Installing a new chandelier or light fixture in your living room, dining room, kitchen, or other area can have a drastic effect on the look and feel of a room. While many people believe that ceiling fixtures are permanent or that professionals must be called in when a change is desired, the truth is that you can wire and hang your new light yourself. This articles aims to explain all of the necessary steps you will need to follow in order to properly and safely hang and install your new light fixture.
Posted by richard on 03/02 at 04:29 PM
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010
When your home, yard, or garden has been infested by wasps, the need to get rid of them can be strong. If you have children, are allergic to the creatures, or they have simply become bothersome, you are likely wondering how to safely eliminate them without causing great harm or risk to yourself. While many wasp nests are volatile and best removed by experts, there are a few things you can do if you choose to get rid of the wasps yourself. Today we will take a look at some different methods that you should use to get rid of these pesky bugs.
Posted by richard on 02/24 at 12:03 PM
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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Mold is exceptionally common in older homes and can cause a surprising number of health problems. For people with allergies, common symptoms can include sneezing, watery eyes, and hives, but for asthma sufferers and people with respiratory problems, they can be much worse. If someone in your home has been experiencing these symptoms and no cause can be found, it is quite likely that there is mold in your home. This article will take a look at mold growth within the home, including how it starts, how to treat it, and even how to prevent it.
Posted by richard on 02/23 at 12:05 PM
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Sunday, February 21, 2010
Fire ants are among the most resilient and hard to eliminate pests that plague the south. Unfortunately, the creatures have also moved into many other parts of the country as well. Eliminating the creatures can be much harder than it seems, and often requires a number of steps. Today we will take a look at both indoor and outdoor fire ant infestations in order to help you learn how to get rid of the pests as well as how to prevent them.
Posted by richard on 02/21 at 03:14 PM
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Thursday, February 11, 2010
Dark, drab rooms can be quite unappealing. When you have a beautiful home that is simply in need of a bit more light to help spruce things up, the addition of a skylight can be just what you are looking for. Today we will take a look at just what it takes to install a skylight on your own. For do it yourself types, this article will offer a step by step approach that will ensure that you get the job done right without the need to hire a contractor or building specialist to complete the task for you.
Posted by richard on 02/11 at 03:25 PM
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Saturday, September 05, 2009
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009
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Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Posted by richard on 08/12 at 05:57 PM
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Posted by Mitchell L on 08/12 at 05:42 PM
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Posted by Mitchell L on 08/12 at 03:53 PM
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Monday, July 27, 2009
After having installed ceramic tile and stone for 20 years, I think the biggest complaint was that it was cold in the winter. It’s cold in the summer also but it feels nice then. I have installed a couple of different systems and the Suntouch System seemed to be the best. One can have a mat for large areas prepared at the factory by furnishing them with the layout of the area to be heated. It can also be purchased in premade sections for small areas, like in front of toilet, at stores like Lowes. The instructions have to be strictly adhered to for them to honor the warranty. You can do the wiring of the floor and the thermostat yourself but I highly recommend having and electrician check your work.
Posted by richard on 07/27 at 09:14 PM
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