When you have insulation in the attic, you have to be sure it doesn't block the flow of fresh air from the soffit vents below the eaves, up and out through the ridge vent (or gable vent in older houses). Attic rafter vents (also called insulation baffles, baffle vents or proper vent) are used to …
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After the Snow – Home Repairs & Prevention
After the snow, homeowners with serious problems like a collapsed roof like Jennifer Eller (see what happened to her garage), know how big their repair challenge they face. Many other homeowners may have serious damage and not realize it right away. One important clue is whether you ever had a large …
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Date Night Deserves Special Attention
Date night doesn’t have to be a fond and wistful memory from the days before kids. You might need to employ some creativity, but chances are you can still find the important time that you need to reconnect as a couple. Spending time together without the kids is a critical part of keeping a …
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IBS: International Builders Show
The National Association of Home Builders hosts the International Builders Show (IBS), the largest annual light construction show in the world. Beginning in 2014, the show is co-located with several other industry shows to form create Design and Construction Week at the beginning of the year when …
The Kitchen Work Triangle
The kitchen work triangle is an old concept, used to reduce the number of steps needed to move around a kitchen while preparing a meal. One of the interesting challenges today, is factoring in kitchen islands which everyone loves. That's because on paper, there might not be enough visual clues to …
Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS)
The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is held annually to showcase new products, design trends and technologies influencing the kitchen and bath industries. Starting in 2014, KBIS has been co-located with the NAHB International Home Builders Show (IBS). The Kitchen and Bath Industry …
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