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Metal Panel Roofing

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

A house’s roof is a major part of any construction plan and one of the most important structural aspects. Homeowners who are concerned with getting the most for their money and who are looking for long-term roofing alternatives which are both beautiful and practical are gravitating more and more to metal panel roofing. Copious research has shown that this option has become enormously popular in the last ten years.

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Affordable Solar Power Kits

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

Affordable residential solar power . Have you been thinking
about that lately? If you haven’t, you should and here is
why. Affordable solar is now within your reach but there is
more.
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See You in the Basement

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

When building a basement, allow for a full 8-foot ceiling in the basement. This might require adding 8 to 16 inches to the height of the walls to allow for plumbing and ductwork that hangs down below the first-floor joists. You should also plan for future bathroom plumbing needs in the basement. (more…)

Carpet Cleaning Myths Debunked

Sunday, June 29th, 2008

Myth: You should wait to have your carpet cleaned the first time, because it will never look the same again.
Fact: Waiting for your carpet to be cleaned will do nothing but create possible health hazards and make the job harder for your carpet cleaner. As long as you’ve hired a trained professional, your carpet should look better every time you clean it.
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My Pipes Are Always Rattling, Should I Call A Plumber?

Sunday, June 29th, 2008

If you’ve ever experienced the pipes in your house rattling when you turn your water off, you aren’t alone. Rattling pipes are referred to as water hammer. Water Hammer occurs when the motion of water comes to an abrupt stop or suddenly the water changes direction of flow in your pipes. You may find that you can stop the rattling noise by insulating the pipe. This may include wrapping the pipe with a towel or blanket, and can be an effective way to control the rattling.
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