It’s that time of the year where every gardener looks forward to tending to their plants. The smell of lilac is in the air. And, the temperatures are rising, indicating the start of a new season. With the beginning of a new season comes new expectations and changes. For most gardeners, one of those changes […]
What to Know About Power Generators
Where does your electricity come from? Most likely, your house draws upon the public power grid, which gets its energy from power plants or nuclear plants. A growing minority of American homes get their energy from solar panels installed on the roof, or they are connected to huge, public solar panel farms (often in Texas […]
Staying Comfortable Is a Problem in a Time When Temperatures Can Fluctuate So Greatly
In an effort to take advantage of what might be some of the last warm days of the fall, there are many people who are out this weekend tackling some of the end of the year projects. From disassembling a rotting raised garden frame to giving the bushes once last final trim before the snow […]
Everything You Need to Know About Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen remodels are quite popular, and this is because of the fact that the kitchen is a popular space that sees a lot of traffic. As such, a good remodel can have a positive impact on the entire house. This is why it’s a great idea to talk to custom home builders if you want […]
Taking Good Care of Your Septic System
Most American houses and commercial buildings are connected to public utilities to receive fresh water and dispose of sewage, but around 25% of properties are too remote to access those public utilities. Instead, they will use septic tanks, drainage fields, and more to remove water waste. The homeowner is tasked, then, with finding septic tank […]
What You Should Know About Improving Your Home
If you’re looking to remodel your home, you are certainly not alone – at least not here in the United States. After all, home remodeling projects are so very popular that up to two thirds of all home owners are currently looking to conduct one of them in the near future. For a great many […]
Why you should Use Induction Lighting over other lighting Options
While induction lighting seems to be the new buzzword in the lighting sector, it has been around for a while. In fact, Nikola Tesla first invented induction lights in the 1890s. So how does induction lighting work? Induction lamps use electromagnetic fields to produce visible light. Induction lighting use electronic induction ballasts to produce energy. […]
Here are 3 Steps to Take When Having Your Roof Replaced
If you live in a home long enough, or if you move into an older home, it’s likely that at some point you will need to have your roof completely replaced by contractors. Replacing the roof can repair leaks and can also help with heating needs during the winter months. Without adequate insulation, up to […]
Why Proper Insulation is Ideal for HVAC Efficiency
An HVAC system is crucial in a home, especially during extreme weather. HVAC systems utilize both AC and heating units. Essentially it is responsible for moving air in and out of a building for heating or cooling. The system is often an assortment of different components working together. For example, AC air systems regulate air […]
Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing Are Important Home Maintenance Tasks
School buildings, hospitals, apartment buildings, and other kinds of structures where people live and work all play valuable roles in the lives we live. Finding a way to make sure that everyone in that space is as safe as possible. And while no one plans for or wants a fire, it is important to have […]
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