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Water SensorsWater Sensors: Any house is prone to water leaks, whether you are in a climate with a lot of rain or just have copper and cast iron pipes that tend to burst. In cold months, pipes may freeze and break with the exception of PEX, a tip for your next remodel. In these circumstances, […]
Using Google Earth imagery on Project Sunroof you can analyze your roof shape and local weather patterns to create a personalized solar plan. You can then adjust your electric bill to fine-tune your savings estimate and the recommended number of solar panels for your home. Finally, you may compare loan, lease, and purchase options for […]
In our technology era liquid crystal displays are something we use in many ways everyday. In fact you have to be looking at one on a phone, tablet, or computer screen right now to read this. If you are a serious weekend warrior then today’s topic should be pretty exciting and fun for you. It […]
Brick-It is a cutting edge company when it comes to styling rooms within your new home. Brick-It’s installation system has metal panels with ledges that hold each row in place, leaving space for mortar. The panels are screwed to wall studs, and can be bent around corners. The bricks are then glued in place with […]
The most important key to having control of any and all home systems is having good integration. Gideon is one of the best applications around the integration of the many technologies within the home. It is compatible with 300 different devices and with a simple interface it provides good control of smart technologies. http://gideon.ai/ Gideon […]
Make sure you’re aware of your surroundings, especially when working with others in order to prevent any unforeseen injuries or accidents. Situational awareness is to be considered frequently during any day, as the situation and related dangers change frequently. Be most mindful of who is entering a construction workspace, particularly within a home. Nearby power […]
FIRST OF ALL HAPPY EARTH DAY 2018 For Earth day I would like to focus on a product with high toxicity that harms our biosphere in many ways. Paint! This blog will offer the alternative below because using products with sustainable qualities is one of the best ways to protect the environment. Most green products […]
Nail 2 x 8 blocking between studs before drywalling. The boards provide sturdy mounting bases for heavy pictures or mirrors. Record the positions upon installation, generally common picture height.
When constructing a new home, it is said, having a hot water recirculating pump installed will create instant hot water. This small motor keeps hot water circulating in the pipes at all times creating instant hot water at all faucets no matter how far away they are from the water heater. This saves gallons of […]