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Household
Mold and Mildew; a Serious Health Hazard
Household mold not only represents a costly danger to household
structure, but can also put a person’s wellbeing at risk.
Health complications, some life-threatening, can develop when
mold is not detected and removed, as highlighted in this 954-word
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Mold
and Black Mold Removal
If you have mold in your home, then mold or black mold removal
as well as preventing future problems is important for your
health. You may choose to do this mold or black mold removal
yourself if you take certain precautions. |
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What to Look For in a Cleaning Service Company
This helpful 1,131-word article gives homeowners and business owners alike food for thought about cleaning services offered on today’s market. Including information on specialized services, as well as what to look for when contracting cleaning services. |
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Tackling
those hard-to-clean surfaces
We all know how important it is to clean our living areas. We
vacuum, dust, mop, scour, scrub and polish virtually everything
in our homes to make them less hazardous to our health, better
in appearance, and odor-free. |
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Off-Peak Electric Power Use
Power companies cannot step up or turn down the flow of electricity to accommodate power consumption and so many are offering a time-of-use program where homeowners get a much reduced rate when using power during off-peak hours. By setting up a special meter and processor the power company can monitor this power use and help the homeowner to save money and reduce energy use. |
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Don’t
Get Tangled With An Unlicensed Electrical Contractor
Electrical wiring and fixtures are a crucial part of any new
construction or remodeling project. Improper installation can
wreak havoc on your property with fire or injury. This article
gives helpful information on selecting a qualified electrical
contractor for you project. |
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Electric Thermal Storage
Power companies have surplus energy at night and weekends that they sell for almost 40% of the daily rate using a special time-of use power meter. This cheaper power is utilized in energy thermal storage units where electric coils heat up dense, ceramic bricks that store it in an insulated cabinet. This heat energy is slowly released during the peak hours when electricity is high. |
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Get Paid to Save Energy
To combat the rising cost of energy the Canadian government is offering a home renovation initiative called Ecoenergy, a plan which will reward homeowners and the owners of multi-unit dwellings who want to make energy-efficient changes to their home. This grant is up to $5,000 and will be awarded after a diagnostic is performed to the home by a qualified inspector. |
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Finely Tuned HVAC = Energy Savings
Energy costs are skyrocketing, and more homeowners than ever are looking for ways to save. This informative 928-word article offers helpful advice; how to get more from your HVAC system with regular inspection, repair, and cleaning. |
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Make Your Home Heating System More Cost Effective
This helpful article gives homeowners useful ideas for updating a heating system; making their home more energy efficient. Included are new innovations in energy efficient heat sources. Also included is information about solar and geothermal heating. |
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Alternative
Heating
Heating our homes is becoming increasingly expensive and as
a result many people are looking for alternative heating methods.
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Your
Residential HVAC System; Types, Considerations, and Finding
the Right Contractor
When it comes to something as important as your residential
heating, ventilation or air conditioning, you want to make sure
new installation or expansion of your existing system is done
accurately and cost-effectively. Read this article on various
HVAC system types, requirements, and alternatives. With helpful
tips for contractor selection and drawing up the contract. Plus
ideas that could help you save big bucks! |
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Plumbing
Problems May Require a Plumbing Contractor
Most plumbing woes require a licensed professional, whether
repairing a leak, or insuring trouble-free installation of new
plumbing and fixtures. This article gives insight to common
plumbing problems, and tips for remodeling or new construction. |
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Smoke Alarm VS. Fire Alarm System
This informative 921-word article gives homeowners and business owners valuable information; helpful in determining what type fire alarm devices are right for them. Also included are basic regulations regarding fire alarm system installation and maintenance. |
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Home
Security Tips to Make Your House More Safe
Protecting your home investment by making regular home repairs
and home improvements is important. And making sure your house
is safe and secure for your family is equally important. Read
this handy article to find out what you can do to help ensure
proper home security – quickly, easily, and affordably! |
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How
to Winterize Your Home and Save on Fuel Costs
How to winterize a house entails more than proper insulation.
There are ways to protect your home against blustering winter
months and keep interior temperature comfortable and even –
while keeping energy costs at a minimum. This 980-word article
shows how. |
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Be More Energy Efficient - Winterize Your Home
Regardless if winter is already underway, there are still things you can do to winter your home and cut down significantly on fuel costs. Adequate insulation and pipe heat tape is just the beginning. Read this article to discover other ways to winterize your home to make it more cozy, comfortable, and safe. |
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Vacation Cabin Upkeep: How to Winterize a Cabin
The relaxing vacation spent at your summer cabin has come to an end. Time to close things down until next year. But to ensure cold weather problems don’t develop, it is important to winterize a cabin against freezing temperatures. This 520-word article with its handy checklist will help you do just that! |
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Quick-fix
Ways to Weatherize Your Home Against Old Man Winter
Old Man Winter is about to blow his way into town. Protect your
home from the harsh elements of winter, increase energy efficiency,
and seal out the cold. Just follow these handy tips that’ll
help to keep you warm and cozy throughout the winter season. |
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Winterizing
Your Cottage
For many cottagers, this is the time of year to close and winterize
the cottage, and whether you plan to shut it up completely until
the spring, or to come up periodically during the winter, there
are some things you should know. |
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Snow Removal; Insight and Helpful Tips
This 1,044-word article discusses the importance of snow removal and explores the various ways of controlling snow and ice accumulation. Also included are tips – both for hiring a reliable snow removal service, and for surviving Canada’s frigid winter storms. |
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