Save Money This Winter With These Four Tips for Lowering Heating Bills
- Home Improvement
- September 30, 2014
The Polar Vortex is expected to bring swells of cold air to much of North America once again this winter, meaning homeowners in northern states will be looking for ways to stay extra warm as temperatures plummet. While turning up the thermostat may seem like the most logical solution, it’s an expensive method that wastes […]
Read MoreTwo Reasons to Make the Switch to a High Efficiency Toilet
- Home Improvement
- September 30, 2014
Did you know that bathrooms with two accessible doors are called Jack and Jill bathrooms? However, no matter which types of bathrooms you actually have in your home, you must make sure they are equipped with the most modern fixtures. High efficiency toilets, for example, are perfect for all homes in this day and age, […]
Read More3 Questions You Should Ask About Mold in your Home
- Home Improvement
- September 29, 2014
No matter how clean and tidy you keep the home your kids are growing up in, something unwelcome may be growing as well: mold. CNN Money has reported that there is mold growing in 30% of even new homes, and Farmers Insurance has reported that mold-related claims have increased by 1,100% in the last decade. […]
Read MoreSwitching to Solar Power May Make Sense for Your Small Business
- Home Improvement
- September 27, 2014
If you are curious about why the solar energy craze is growing so rapidly or have questions about whether solar power is a viable option for you and your family, you need to talk to reputable solar companies in your area. These professionals can help you learn all about solar energy in general, how it […]
Read MoreHow To Not Be Intimidated By the Bolt Supply At Your Local Hardware Store
- Home Improvement
- September 25, 2014
The bolt supply at your local hardware store can be overwhelming if you are not familiar with nuts and bolts. A bolt is simply a threaded fastener to be used with a nut. It is very similar to a screw. It seems silly, but there is a history associated with screws, nuts and bolts. The […]
Read MoreBoost Your Home’s Resale Value with Hardwood Flooring
- Home Improvement
- September 24, 2014
A hardwood flooring company specializes in supplying and installing wooden floors and hardwood flooring. One of the major benefits of installing a wooden floor is that it’s easy to clean, and less prone to damage. This reduces the cleaning or repair cost. Hardwood is one of the most durable woods and will last for many […]
Read MoreThree Simple Ways to Improve Your Bathroom
- Home Improvement
- September 23, 2014
Did you know that approximately one billion people around the world still defecate in the open? Fortunately, most homes now come equipped with private bathrooms, and each one of these bathrooms has several accommodating fixtures. However, if the fixtures in your bathroom are outdated or faulty, it is time to swap them for new, modern […]
Read MoreWinter is Coming Is Your Roof Ready?
- Home Improvement
- September 18, 2014
Record early snow has already fallen over parts of the Midwest, leading many people to believe that a long winter may be upon us even sooner than expected. Winter can be tough on all types of roofing, and it becomes almost impossible to repair roofs once they’re covered in ice and snow. Unfortunately, that’s also […]
Read MoreWhat You Can Do When Your Basement Floods
- Home Improvement
- September 8, 2014
When your basement floods, it’s important to act as quickly as possible to prevent mold growth, cut down on property damage, and avoid structural failure. What Will Water Damage Repair Cost? It can cost $3,000-$5,000 to repair water damage to a basement, and the average water damage insurance claim in 2012 cost insurance companies $4,925. […]
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