4 Tips For Preparing Your Trees For Winter

Posted on 17 October 2016

Winter is right around the corner, so now is the perfect time to start getting the trees on your property ready for winter. The coldest months of the year can be very stressful on trees, so preventative action is essential if you want them to still be alive when spring arrives. Use the following tips to ensure that your trees are healthy through the winter: Trim Back Trees Ice storms and heavy snow can cause limbs and branches to crack or snap off, which can leave a tree vulnerable to continuing damage. [Read More]

2 Fun Ways To Switch Up Your Current Kitchen Cabinets

Posted on 23 August 2016

Your kitchen is a room where you likely spend a lot of your time. Because of this, it is important that you like the way that your kitchen looks. The cabinets in your kitchen are one of the main focal points, so updating or changing them can really make a big difference in the way that your kitchen looks. If you feel that it is time to update your kitchen cabinets, or simply switch them up, there are so many great things that you can do. [Read More]

Finishing Your Basement Can Radically Increase Your Living Space

Posted on 23 August 2016

Finishing your basement can radically increase your living space. However, unless you have a specific need you're addressing—such as an expanding family—it may be difficult to know the best way to remodel your basement. Think about what activities you do now that could be benefited by your having more room. From there, design a finished basement that complements your lifestyle and adds value to your home. Spare Bedroom A common addition for a finished basement is a spare bedroom. [Read More]

Use Ductwork Zone Dampers To Correct The Poor Airflow Effect Of Bad Duct System Design

Posted on 27 July 2016

Most air conditioning systems make a space comfortable by taking in warm air, cooling it, and then dumping it back into the room. How much cool air the system dumps into the room is therefore something that determines the rate at which the desired temperature can be attained. Ductwork zone dampers usually help building owners to control air supply by acting like duct doors. When fully opened, they let in as much air as a duct can allow. [Read More]

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Taking the Confusion Out of Carpeting

As a new homeowner, I was faced with the challenge of choosing the perfect carpeting for my 2-story house. It had to be durable enough to withstand the constant traffic of my three kids, two dogs and four cats. I've learned that highly dense carpet would remain more "plush" under constant use, so I looked for a high fiber count. Although I preferred the luxury of wool carpeting, the price wasn't in my budget. A more affordable option was polyester carpeting, which stands up well and is less expensive. For my finished basement, I chose looped Berber carpet. Basements are prone to dampness, and Berber hides water stains well. One final tip to share on my blog: If your furnishings are solid colored, opt for a patterned or textured carpet. Have fun furnishing your floors!

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