In the market for new home windows? First things first, you have to pick out what type of windows you are going to get! Here is a breakdown of the different types of windows you can choose from here at Albermarle. Double hung These are the most traditional form of house windows and look great in any room. A double hung has two sashes that slide up and down in the frame, and they can open either from the top or bottom. However, the frame stays within the window frame so no part will ever protrude inside or outside the…
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Modular buildings are becoming more and more popular across the United States. In some parts of the word, like New York City, for example, a single bedroom apartment can cost around $3,000 a month to rent. A modular building, however, that looks just as good, if not better than other forms of apartments, can be much less expensive. According to CNN Money, the 461 Dean in Brooklyn, the tallest modular building in the world, can be rented out for just $600 a month, significantly lower than the New York City average. “It’s something we’re going to be seeing more and more…
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In this day and age, taking care of your home isn’t just about what’s within your house — it’s become about what’s outside as well. Many people don’t have a lot of land to tend to anymore, but even if you live in a suburban neighborhood you can probably expect to have a decent-sized yard. It can be all too easy to forget about things like lawn care and landscaping during the hustle and bustle of your daily life. And frankly, even if you have the time to tend to lawn care, you may not know where to begin. Thanks…
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It’s entirely possible to have a beautiful lawn without dumping conventional fertilizers and pesticides on it. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Americans use ten times the amount of fertilizer and pesticide per acre that crop farmers do. 30 to 60 percent of urban freshwater goes on lawns. Some of this water wastage occurs due to poor application and timing. Having your sprinklers checked by a lawn irrigation service is one way of ensuring that you don’t waste water unnecessarily. The other way of conserving environmental resources is to go with an organic full service lawn service. Going organic…
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When it comes to railings both inside and outside of your home, you have a lot of options. More and more people are looking to cable railing kits to improve the look of their deck or to use inside their home. Indoor cable railings and design rail for decks are both popular around the country for a number of reasons. Here are some of the benefits to using steel wire railings around your home. They will not obstruct your view. If you have a home that has a great view, you want to be able to enjoy more of it.…
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From the moment that you wake up in the morning you use the plumbing in your house. From brushing your teeth, flushing the toilet, and taking a morning shower, the plumbing in your home is often the way you bot start and end your day. And while it makes sense that the water is running during all of these tasks, have you ever wondered about the fact that you might be wasting water even when you are not intending to? In many homes slow leaking toilets and dripping faucets waste water all day long. Licensed plumbers, however, can help most…
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When you own your home, you are able to get a swimming pool installed if you choose. Once you buy inground swimming pool, you need to be able to take care of it and conduct pool repair when needed. An easy inground pool is often the goal, but those can be very expensive. Many people look for the cheapest place to buy a pool and then find an inground model for you to buy. You can also buy fiberglass pool online. This can help you to get a better price, though you have to be aware of the shipping conditions…
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If you’ve ever watched Fixer Upper or Property Brothers or Leave It or List It or Flip This House or any of the approximately 75% of shows on television, you know how hot home remodeling is. It might feel appealing to find a bottom dollar home for sale, and then invest a few extra bucks in home remodeling to build your dream home. The stars of those shows you watch make home remodeling seem effortless. It’s a no-risk all-win situation, right? In reality, the wise words of the great Charles Dickens in Tale of Two Cities describes home remodeling best:…
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One of the most important elements of a properly functioning, healthy, and pleasant home is the absence of mold. While this may sound like an obvious fact, many people could have a mold issue in their home at this very moment, that they are not even aware of. Keeping your home sealed and dry is a key factor in preventing the presence and spread of mold. This can be a difficult feat to accomplish, as there is always some form of water attempting to get in, whether from faulty pipes, rainwater, or other sources. Water flows, it spreads, without prejudice…
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Rather than blending into the background, walls can be designed to provide an architectural feature that enhances a room. Custom wood wall panels, such as MDF wall panels, can add both texture and movement to a residential or commercial space. Architectural wall panels can serve as a predominant feature in a room or blend throughout the house. They can be designed to continue the design of furniture components such as cupboards, desks, and dresser drawers. Cabinet components and other built-ins can be designed and installed to match architectural wall treatments in order to provide a unified or contrasting appearance. Many…