Determining the Right Size Water Heater for Your Home
It’s time to buy a new water heater, but there are so many different sizes and types of water heaters available. Which do you choose? A 40-gallon traditional tank? Or do you try a tankless heater? What about solar? And is there such thing as too big of a tank? These are some of the …
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How to Install a Roof Vent
Maintaining proper ventilation in your roof is an important part of roofing maintenance that you need to be aware of as a responsible homeowner. Over time, improper airflow can lead to the buildup of moisture in your roof. This can eventually become a leak issue or promote mold and mildew growth that could cause serious …
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Which Is Right for You: Laminate or Luxury Vinyl Tile?
When you’re undertaking your new home construction, remodeling or renovation project, you want the very best choice for flooring possible. There are so many varieties out there, it can be a nightmare for some homeowners just making the simple choice between materials, let alone styles! Today, two of the most popular forms of flooring are …
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Tips for Fixing a Leaky Roof
A leaky roof is one of the most aggravating circumstances that a homeowner can deal with. Slight leaks can turn into major problems if they are not caught early enough, and unfortunately, many homeowners do not recognize the signs of a roof leak before it is too late. Fortunately, once you know how to detect …
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How to measure roof pitch
Whether you are constructing a roof on a home or shed, repairing an existing roof or simply evaluating the potential for a new kind of shingle for your structure, one of the first things you will need to understand is the roof pitch. The pitch refers to the angle of your roof, and can have …
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Tips for Cleaning Tile Floor Grout
Whether it is in your kitchen, in your bathroom or any other room of your house, the grout in your tile floor occasionally needs some attention. Even if you are fairly vigilant about cleaning your tiles, grout still has a way of picking up stains or developing mildew, leading to an unsightly mess that is …
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How to Make Laminate Floors Shine
Laminate flooring is starting to become a very popular option for homes across the country, and for good reason. With many associated benefits, laminate flooring might be a good investment as your next major home improvement project. Unlike with hardwood, tile, or most other common flooring types, you need to follow a very specific cleaning …
Air Source vs. Ground Source Heat Pumps
You have many different options when choosing a heating and cooling system in your home. For most of us, a central air conditioning unit typically does the trick, but you have other options at your disposal as well. A heat pump, for example, is a typically more energy efficient alternative that could work better for …
How Much Does a Water Heater Typically Cost?
The cost of installing a water heater can depend on several different factors (for example the size and type of heater). Some water heaters are expensive, and you can pay anywhere between $500 and $2,000 for a new one. However, don’t let this fret or stress you out. There are still plenty of name brand …
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The Pros and Cons of Metal Roofs
For many homeowners, the most difficult decision they will ever be faced with is deciding on the right roofing material for their homes. Because there is such a wide range of roofing materials to choose from, it can seem impossible to pick the right one without help. Increasingly, however, homeowners are turning to metal roofs …
