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Asbestos Risk: Do You Have Asbestos in Your Home?

September 15, 2008 By: Dave Category: Safety

If your home was constructed before the 1970s, it may contain asbestos. Asbestos is a mineral made up of long, spindly fibers that are strong and flexible. Asbestos fibers are also very heat and flame resistant, so until the potential health effects were accepted, asbestos was used widely in a range of products, particularly those used near heat or flames.

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Homemade Windmill Instructions

September 07, 2008 By: Dave Category: Green

While others are looking for ways to cut energy , you could be enjoying more money in your pocket. Not only can a homemade windmill save you money, it can save the environment as well. Putting a homemade windmill to use for your home is thought of as expensive but saves more money in the long run than was originally thought to. Eventually, the amount for power to run your home will cost you nothing and the money saved will quickly add up.

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How to Replace a Light Fixture

August 31, 2008 By: Dave Category: Electircal, Remodeling

**Safety First: Always shut off circuit in the area you are working on. Test to see if the Light fixture is still not live by flipping the switch on/off. If you are unsure of your safety at any time, consult with your local professional.
Now that the circuit is completely turned off, you can safely work.

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Quick DIY Home Improvements to Boost Your Home’s Resale Value

August 26, 2008 By: admin Category: Attic, Basement, Bathroom, Bedroom, Build, Cabinetry, Cabinets, Contracting, Hardwood Floors, Kitchen, Remodeling, Repair

There are certain projects that you can attack yourself, that’ll stand to improve the value of your home and won’t cost you an arm and a leg. Start with a budget that you can afford and then take a look at these DIY home improvement projects- and decide your path toward improving the resale value of your home.

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Decking Materials

August 17, 2008 By: Dave Category: Build, Decks, Materials

Wood are the most traditional type of deck. Wood gives you unlimited design options and can be painted or stained to match your home. Because of its exposure to moisture, most wood used for decks is pressure-treated which helps prevent decay and termite damage. Wood decks require yearly maintenance.

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