Everyone knows that drinking water is vitally important to the health of the individual, but have you ever considered the quality of the water you drink? An NRDC report found that as many as 19 US cities delivered water to its residents that contained risky contaminants. Drinking water systems can play a role in ensuring that you can truly benefit from your tap water. Water softeners, for example, can reduce mineral contaminants in your drinking water. Office water cooler systems often include built-in water softeners and can provide cold purified water on tap with a smaller carbon footprint than bottled…
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Although home improvement projects can seem daunting, finding a quality home improvement contractor who can address remodeling issues as they arise can mean the difference between a satisfactory end product and one that has to eventually be re-done. Most home buyers report that they are looking for a home that is 2,000 sq. ft. or larger, with a two car garage, a full basement, and a first-floor bathroom. Many homes come with older bathrooms, and knowing how to save money can make even complex bathroom remodeling projects easier and more successful. Granite countertops remain popular for both kitchens and bathrooms:…
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Basic creature comforts are what makes the home so desirable. Everyone wants their home to be a haven for comfortable, relaxing living, and one of the things that contributes the most to the comfort quotient is ambient temperature. Hot summer months need efficient cooling inside your house for freedom from discomfort, while in those frigid winter months, there is nothing more you need than a little effective room heating. Heating and cooling systems are ubiquitous in most households, and in a typical home in America, these systems consume almost half the total energy required. Indeed, most homes are equipped with…
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Designing your home can be difficult sometimes. With so many important aspects to pay attention to, such as the efficiency of your water heater or the durability of your roof, it can help finding a good starting place so you can begin keeping your home as functional as possible. Finding the right window frames, for example, will go a long way in saving you money on your heating bills and even preventing common issues such as burglaries and fires. Look below as I detail the benefits of metal frame residential windows and why you should spend a little money now…
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Now that winter’s here, it time to start thinking about keeping the water pipes in your house from freezing. If you’ve ever seen the consequences of a burst water pipe, with water flooding the house and ruining furniture, books and electronics, you’ll know that even once is too much. However, simple maintenance carried out by an expert plumbing service can prevent all kinds of problems. With experienced residential plumbing services on your side, you’re ready to go into the holiday season and beyond with confidence. Maintenance is a good idea not only for the winter, but year round. Water leaks…
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Hot water is an essential service in your home or business. If you don’t have hot water, you can’t keep your surroundings clean and sanitary. So if you need a hot water heater, you should look into getting the best one you can afford to buy. An electric hot water heater can be an efficient, affordable option. The best electric hot water heater brand will depend on your needs, so be sure that you do your research before spending any money. You’ll need to consider things like whether you need the best electric water heater for hard water if that…
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Licensed plumbers can help both home and business owners with remodeling projects and new construction. Rather than attempt to complete plumbing tasks on their own, most people will benefit from the skill of experienced and licensed plumbers. While many home improvement tasks can be attempted by an individual homeowner, plumbing needs are often more detailed and complicated. Even the installation of a new toilet during a remodeling project can cause costly damage if it is not completed correctly. Even tiny, hidden leaks behind the base of the toilet can quickly become be problems if left unattended. Within just a few…
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Whether you live in a state with mild winters or you are gearing up for three months of heavy, wet snow, you should be prepared in the event of a power outage. Power outages created difficulties for people in every single one of the 50 states last year, and close to 4,000 people on average were affected for over 40 minutes for each outage. Installation experts for Trane products can get very busy around this time of year, so it’s good to know how to take care of yourself if a reliable heating contractor can’t get to you very quickly.…
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People are often cautioned against judging a book by its cover. But judging a home by its curb appeal? Well, now that’s a different story entirely. In fact a home’s curb appeal is exactly what will draw potential home buyers in and without it you run the risk of…not be appealing. With winter right around the corner, now is the perfect time to begin brainstorming ways to improve your home’s curb appeal if you’re planning on putting your home up for sale in the summer. After all, creating a renovation plan, collecting paint swatches, window shopping for upgrades and all…
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Proper landscaping might seem like an extraneous cost in the context of settling in to your home, but a proper landscaping job and other exterior improvements such as adding a deck can do wonders for the appearance, livability, and value to your property. If you live in a hospitable climate, you can expect to enjoy your front yard and backyard almost year round, and it pays to invest in lawn care, plant and tree placement and maintenance, and even a deck to relax on in the warmer summer months. Boost the value of your property With a good landscaping job,…