Ductwork isn't sexy but that doesn't matter. You'll only see the ductwork if you're building a house, remodeling or crawling around an unfinished attic. Once the walls and ceilings get closed up, all the ductwork gets hidden from sight. So What is Ductwork? Ductwork is used to control the …
Basement Renovation Ideas You Can Afford
You’ve got a finished basement in need of a facelift, but your budget is a bit thin? Not to worry, there are plenty of budget-savvy basement renovation ideas to turn this room into something new and inviting. An already finished basement has most of the hard work out of the way. What you need …
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7 Eco Friendly Updates for Older Homes
Maybe it's your first home, or maybe you've chosen an older house just for the love of the property. Most Americans don't live in new, energy efficient homes built following green construction guidelines. But if you're like many home owners, you'll want to improve your home the longer you live …
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Condensate Line: What It Is & Why It’s Important
We rely on HVAC professionals to clean and tune-up our heating and air conditioning systems. Most homeowners know they have to periodically replace their HVAC filters. Very few owners know they have to flush condensate lines monthly during the summer. This is a surprise to new homeowners in Florida. …
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How Covid19 is Changing House Cleaning Rules
Some of us are cleaning nuts but most (myself included) do the bare minimum. Now we're all learning how to wash our hands the right way. Maybe it's also time to learn new house cleaning rules that will keep our home and families safe for many years. Like many of my articles, one often leads …
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Roof Decking, Shingles and Roofing Nails
When picking a builder in Florida, I had the opportunity to ask the building supervisor questions. One of the most important questions was "... tell me the three best ways to make the house more energy efficient". Based on this discussion, I agreed to pay a surcharge for a radiant barrier on the …
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