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Replacing Your Wooden Doors With Energy Effecient Fibreglass Doors

no@spam.com (Tim McDonald) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:00:00 PST

A fiberglass door is not wholly made of fiberglass. For example, for aesthetic purposes some sections of the door will really contain wood in elements like paneling, despite the fact that the door will be primarily composed fiberglass. Moreover, the core of the door may be made of insulating materials.

Elegant Solar Powered Lighting

no@spam.com (Hugh McGaughy) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:30:00 PST

If you have ever thought about lighting in your yard, you have probably thought about solar lights. Landscape lighting is probably the most popular outdoor home improvement project around.

A Few Home Inspection Plumbing Basics

no@spam.com (David Haigh) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 10:30:00 PST

When a home inspector inspects a home, plumbing is one of the critical systems he examines for his report to you. Naturally, one of the first things he will do is to check faucets and fixtures, looking for leaks. According to the American Water Works Association, almost 15 percent of all the water used in a typical household is wasted through plumbing leaks, leaky faucets and wasted water.

How to Approach a Lighting Project

no@spam.com (Brian Gottschall) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 13:00:00 PST

Updating the lighting in your home is a wonderful way to add a fresh look.
When deciding to take on a lighting project, keep in mind that it does not start by simply picking out a light fixture.

How to Best Use Cfl Bulbs When Updating Your Home Lighting

no@spam.com (Brian Gottschall) — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 20:00:00 PST

One of the best ways to reduce your homes energy footprint and overall electrical cost, is to start using fluorescent lighting in place of the standard incandescent. Fluorescent lights use much less energy than incandescent sources because they can produce more light for the same amount of energy. In addition, because this style of lighting is more efficient, it produced less heat and last much longer.

Foreclosures and Tax Issues

no@spam.com (Joel McDonald) — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:00:00 PST

Foreclosure is something that no one ever wants to deal with. They do not want it on their permanent record list and they don't want the embarrassment that comes with losing their house. A foreclosure can stay on your record list for as long as seven years. It will also make it next to impossible to get another mortgage in the future.

How to Stay Away From Home Repair Scams

no@spam.com (Joel McDonald) — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:00:00 PST

Having your home repaired is just part of home ownership. If you own a house, you will undoubtedly have to fix something at some point. Pipes break, air conditioners and heaters get old, and appliances fall apart. Unless you are a handyman, you will most likely have to have a contractor in your house to do some work at some point.

Assessment Vs. Appraisal - What's the Difference?

no@spam.com (Joel McDonald) — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:00:00 PST

Determining the value of your property can be a tricky business. Value is of course, in the eye of the beholder. However, the value of your property can vary depending on who you talk to. Two common ways that property values are determined is through an assessment and an appraisal.

How To Finish Out Your Basement

no@spam.com (Joel McDonald) — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:30:00 PST

Having a basement in your house can be a great asset. If your basement is unfinished, it will have the perception of being dark, damp, and scary. However, a finished out basement can add value to your home.

Areas of Your Home Where Black Mold May be Hiding

no@spam.com (Adrienne Rockwell) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:00:00 PST

Black mold is a problem that no homeowner wants to deal with. The problem is, many people have black mold and don't even realize it. It can be a good idea to check through your home for mold growth so you can dispose of it and avoid sickness and other problems that black mold can cause.