Radon is a dangerous gas undetectable to the unaided eye and nose. It’s of growing concern as we have begun to better understand the role that radon in your home plays in lung cancer. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Surgeon General estimate that radon causes about 20,000 lung cancer deaths every year. In fact, it’s the second leading cause of cancer in America. If you’re concerned about radon in your home, and you should be, here’s everything you need to know about to detect it and get rid of it. What is Radon? It’s a radioactive gas…

For any household, it is likely that, at some point, plumbing repairs will eventually become a necessity. And plumbing is an essential part of the typical home in the United States, from our toilets to our showers to our sinks. Many of us have never experienced life without running water, without indoor toilets, without, even, hot showers at the end of a long day – and many of us have no interest in ever experiencing it. In order to keep your plumbing system in as good of a shape as possible, regular servicing is recommended. If a problem is noticed,…

When you are building or buying a new (or preowned) home, there are many considerations that you must make. Is the home big enough? Will it suit your family, particularly if it is growing? Is it in a neighborhood that you like? Does it suit your price point and keep you within your budget? And finally – will you be conducting any renovations? Replacing the floor in a home is a common renovation done in the United States, as laminate floors, hardwood floors, and carpet each offer their own benefits. Each types of flooring fills a different need, and the…

In a lot of areas in the United States, the law requires that parking garage lighting is on 24 hours a day. Yes, that even includes running these lights during the day when not needed. As you can imagine, this is going to be costly and expensive. Thus, it is important to consult with experts when setting up warehouse lighting fixtures. High intensity illumination is important when setting up warehouse lighting fixtures. Lighting has been around since the late 1890s when Nikola Tesla demonstrated induction lighting. So there is plenty of history that surrounds this industry and line of work.…

One of the worst situations for any business to find themselves in is a slip and fall situation where an employee gets hurt. This can potentially open up a business to a lawsuit on top of dealing with a worker that must be replaced. However, there are some simple steps that worksites can take to help keep their employees safe. One of those steps includes properly utilizing 3m fluorescent reflective tape. Whenever someone gets 10 years older, they are much more likely to fall and get hurt. So keep this in mind as you staff a worksite or construction site.…

If you’re looking to build a more efficient home, you’ll want to know about ICF products. ICF stands for insulated concrete form. This product is made from layers of concrete containing a type of insulation between the layers. In addition, steel rods provide additional stability to insulated concrete forms. These forms create interlocking units that work well to create structures. That being said, it’s understandable to wonder why ICF building materials are beneficial for those looking to build a healthier home. Considering that, here are five benefits of utilizing ICF walls for the construction of your new home. Reducing Construction…

Whether you’re looking at improving the resale value of your home, or just want more enjoyment out of your life and your space, home remodeling and renovations are wonderful for achieving these goals. For many homeowners, the question is when to do renovations and which renovations to invest in. After all, it’s always best to plan your remodel rather than to simply do things on impulse. Should I do a remodel at all? Recent surveys show that the majority of homeowners, two-thirds, plan to renovate. That alone is a good reason to keep on top of your own renovations, lest…