Recent Blog Posts
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June 24, 2011
By making just a few small changes to your daily routine, you can save water, save money and preserve water supplies for future generations. The WaterSense label will help you identify high-efficiency products and programs.
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June 9, 2011
Look For EPA WaterSense Label:
WaterSense is a partnership program sponsored by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that is geared toward making it easy to find and select water-efficient products.
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June 2, 2011
Influences such as drought conditions and population growth play a primary role in the increased demands on the water supply. In turn, this adds an increased burden on the systems that obtain, treat and distribute water.
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May 19, 2011
Gaps and cracks:
When sealing smaller air leaks to keep air-conditioned or heated air inside your home, caulks and foam sealants are the product for you:
Gaps up to 1/2": CaulkGaps up to 2": Latex foam sealantGaps over 2": Polyurethane foam sealant
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March 18, 2011
It's not uncommon to see claims of "Code Approved" printed on some fastener cartons and literature, as well as variations such as "Code Accepted," ICBO Approved," ICBO Certified," and "ICBO Approval Qualifications. " The problem is the words are misleading and may not meet local building codes.
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March 18, 2011
There is more to roofing than just nailing down shingles. A roofing system must also adequately ventilate the attic space. Proper roof ventilation prevents shingles from curling and reduces energy bills.
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February 7, 2011
Removing wallpaper from your walls is one of the most tedious tasks you can undertake when considering redecorating the walls inside your house. Problem is you can’t stand that pea green ’60s wallpaper anymore.
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February 7, 2011
When thinking of sandpaper, the first thing that comes to mind is different grades of coarse grits with a paper backing. You also may visualize a lot of strenuous arm-movement while sanding.
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December 29, 2010
When choosing the right caulk and sealants for your next job, it’s important to take into account a product’s specific qualities: flexibility, adhesion, paintability and service life. Selecting the wrong product for the application can cost you in production time and callbacks.
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November 1, 2010
It’s best to review manufacturer instructions before installing vinyl windows. However, the following procedures are generally accepted practices to prevent leaks and callbacks: To start, be sure to size the rough opening according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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