July 29th, 2010
Understanding Condensation
Moisture is present in all homes, but when it becomes excessive, homeowners need to take an active role in protecting their investment.
Humidity and Condensation
Humidity is a measure of the amount of water vapor in the air.
Condensation is water that forms when warm, moist air hits a cooler surface. In homes, it might occur on surfaces such as windows, bathroom walls and cold-water pipes.
When interior humidity levels are too high relative to cooler outdoor temperatures, condensation can form on the coldest surface in a room ...Read More
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July 26th, 2010
While you may not know it, your windows are the biggest problem in having an energy efficient home. The best solution to this is finding good, high quality replacement windows. This, of course, is not the only reason to go for good quality windows. You also don’t want to go to all the work of replacing the window just to have them fall apart in ...Read More
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July 20th, 2010
EPA Requirements
Common renovation activities like sanding, cutting, and demolition can create hazardous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be harmful to adults and children.
To protect against this risk, on April 22, 2008, EPA issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices and other actions aimed at preventing lead poisoning. Under the rule, ...Read More
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June 17th, 2010
To wash your windows perfectly and make them streak-free, it’s really not about the glass cleaner. It’s about the tools you use. The best way is to clean the outside windows first. It’s usually a bigger job, and you might decide you want to do the inside windows the next day. Besides, there’s nothing worse than cleaning your inside windows and not knowing if they are actually clean because the other side is dirty!
Screens
If you have a lot of windows, it is easiest to remove all of your screens from the inside. Take a pencil and write in tiny letters on the frame ...Read More
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