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by Linda Ortega on March 19, 2010
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QUALITY BRICK, STONE, BLOCK. U NAME IT WE DO IT
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by Carol Alparone on March 17, 2010
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WELCOME!!!!! We are glad to see another visitor. Probably, it's not easy to find the rightcontractor for your project. Hopefully we will fit your needs. A contractor's fundamental principle is always to maintaina tradition of excellence into every project, large or small.A contractor shouldwork hard tocomplete the projecton time and stay within thebudget. Communication is very important fromthe planning stage to the completion. We are ready to assisthomeowners in major projects where the company acts as general contractor coordinating services of various trades. We will become a valuable partn...
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by Carol Hart on March 17, 2010
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Is your electrical panel a fire waiting to happen? If it says Federal Pacific Electric, it may be. Federal Pacific was a major manufacturer of electrical panels and circuit breakers from the mid 1950s-mid 1980s. 28 million American homes were fitted with FPE equipment during that time, and according to safety experts and the Consumer Product Safety Commission, these homes are at risk of fire and shock hazards because of the panel. How is it possible that unsafe equipment was installed in so many homes? A class action suit against FPE in New Jersey revealed that Federal Pacific rigged t...
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by Carol Hart on March 17, 2010
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Do you ever wonder why February has only 28 days, while other months have 30 or 31? The official historical reason dates back to Ancient Rome, the agricultural calendar, and a Roman king who needed a short month to make everything add up correctly. I, however, have a different theoryone based on no facts whatsoever. February is short because if it was even one instant longer we would all go mad waiting for spring. The travel company that promoted this study suggests that making a plan and taking action (presumably by scheduling a vacation) can help to beat those seasonal blue feeling...
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by Carol Hart on March 17, 2010
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Picture this: its cold outside--really cold. You've been away at work all day and have slogged through the ubiquitous "wintry mix" during your long commute home. Because you're energy conscious, you've turned your home thermostat down to practially subzero temperatures. You feel like a walking popsicle, so as soon as you get home you turn the manual thermostat up to "nuke", even though you know it doesn't actually heat up your home any faster. It does make you feel warmer, though. There is a better way. A programmable digital thermostat allows you to control the temperature of your hom...
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by Carol Hart on March 17, 2010
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We all know the phrase "time is money", and nowhere is that more true than in a home services company. It seems pretty straightforward--you find someone who charges a reasonable hourly rate (and "reasonable" is definitely in the eye of the beholder!!) and get an estimate for how long the job should take and how much you'll pay for materials. That's the way to save money, we're told. Unfortunately, that leaves the customer watching the meter tick and the bill growing by the minute. Often, the customer feels the need to hover over the technician to make sure that no time is wasted. And t...
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by Carol Hart on March 17, 2010
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Take care of your electrical system’s cold before it turns into something worse! Sniffling. Coughing. Sneezing. Those are the signs that you might be catching a bit of a cold! It also means that you may be headed to the pharmacy for some medicine or maybe even the doctor’s office for a check-up. Why do you go to the pharmacy or get a check-up? Of course, you go because you do’t want those nasty little symptoms to turn into something bigger…something worse like strep throat, the flu, or even pneumonia. You may not realize this, but your electrical system could be suffe...
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by Carol Hart on March 17, 2010
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My electric bill is causing me great pain. Every time I open that familiar envelope, my stomach clenches, and I start having difficulty breathing. Some predict that increases in the cost of fuel (which is used to generate electricity) will cause electric power rates to soar even higher. That means that Connecticut consumers will be experiencing even more hits to the pocketbook as they face their summer electric bills. As electricians, we are often asked by customers if there are steps they can take to reduce their power usage. Here are 10 tips to keep those bills under control Don’t us...
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by Carol Hart on March 17, 2010
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You’ve checked the yellow pages or found a website for an electrician, plumber, or carpet cleaner. You made your appointment, and now the service technician is standing on your doorstep. But now, you’re not entirely comfortable. How do you know that you’ll be safe? The fact is, you don’t. There are hundreds of incidents a year involving in home service technicians who commit violent crimes against homeowners. How can you protect yourself and your family? The best way to feel safe is to make sure the company you hire performs complete criminal background checks on all th...
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by Carol Hart on March 17, 2010
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We all get tired of the same old look. Its easy enough to change our hairstyle (or color!) or add a flashy new accessory to an old outfit. But what about our homes? Makeovers can be a little more difficult to pull off without a horrible mess and thousands of dollars. Fortunately, a fabulous updated look is available for your home for minimal amounts of fuss and money. There are loads of new options for fashionable lighting that can completely transform an existing space with a brand new feel. In its most basic form, lighting simply provides a safe and comfortable environment for your home, rep...
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by Mary Baker on March 15, 2010
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With St. Patty's Day around the corner - you may be bored with the usual green beer, corn beef & caggage, and the "Kiss Me, I'm Irish" t-shirts. This video will show you a more authentic way to celebrate this Irish "Thanksgiving Day" as if you were in the Old Country! Click the Video to Start Play Watch on Youtube Happy St. Patrick's Day from ConstructionDeal.com!
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by Rick Malone on March 14, 2010
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Be sure to always start with a landscape plan. When you have a landscape plan prepared not only can you prepare for what you want to do now but you can prepare for things that will come in the furture. For instance, a landscape plan takes into consideration plants size as well as location. Therefore, you can avoid problems such a plant over-growing an area. With a plan, you are also able to do your project in phases. This is ideal for those of us that are on a budget. You can to certain aspects of your plan now and do others at a later date without encroaching on an area that you just created.
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by Paul Gregory on March 14, 2010
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I'm looking for a new service vehicle for my locksmith business Bidwell Lock And Key. I've been online doing research, and test-driving at the local dealerships here in Chico, CA. I've also been looking at the classifieds and on Craig’s list. My considerations are balancing decent mileage, cargo space, and of course power. I have heard many opinions, which range from "you're never going to regret getting a 1 ton," to "you can do just as much with a smaller vehicle, like a Ford Transit." I also want to have to plenty of room for lettering my companies name on the side and back of the van...
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by Richard Herbert on March 14, 2010
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It is a little slow in the construction of new and existing homes same with commercial projects. Still with construction in the mist of lagging,the city of los angeles has it.s offices with a smaller personal staff of inspectors and plan checkers. When going in for new permits time yourself for a little more wait time because of the staff programs of less hours mandated by the city for it's employee. This to my experience is working well considering some days the offices are becoming crowed with contractors and architects and engineers trying to get their projects permitted. And if you are a ...
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by Brian Bland on March 13, 2010
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Books and papers that have gotten wet by fire, flood, and broken pipe can be recovered. It is time-intensive and best left to the professionals, but if you've got one or two wet books that if not dried perfectly you would not fret about, and the time to spare, you can attempt to recover the books yourself.The most important thing, upon which everything else hinges, is get the book frozen fast. Once the book dries out, the wrinkles and warping are set, and there's nothing anybody can do about it. But freeze it, and all damage stops. And the book can stay frozen until you're ready to handle it.W...
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by Brian Bland on March 13, 2010
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There are always Central Florida mold spores everywhere - in the air and on surfaces. Central Florida Molds have been on the Earth for millions of years. Central Florida Mold grows anywhere there is suficient moisture. The key to keeping Central Florida mold from growing inside your home is to control the humidity in the air and keep surfaces dry. Always run your bathroom exhaust fan while and after showering. Maintain your air conditioning unit and promote air movement. Be sure that air can move behind furnishings. Do not place furniture in direct contact with walls. Run ceiling fans on low. ...
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by Tony Perez on March 11, 2010
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As I browse the web in search of information on construction, home inspections and other related material I can’t overlook how many websites are dedicated to ‘bad contractors’ and the horror stories that home owners write about. As a retiring home improvement contractor I fully understand residential construction and the potential of misunderstandings because of ambiguous contracts and other confusing issues that lead the two parties into a conflict. Potential for conflict comes with the territory being a licensed contractor, this is the way it is and it will never change the...
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by Matthew Richmond on March 11, 2010
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I admit it. In case my slight Yankee accent doesn't give me away. I'm not from around here. I was born and raised in beautiful New Hampshire. I married a Buckeye, and was inevitably pulled back to her native Ohio after five years of trying to make a go of life in New England. We live just outside of Canton with our two children, and I am seasonally employed in the retail industry as I work on establishing my construction and remodeling business here in Ohio. The people of Ohio have been so warm and friendly, and I have been welcomed and encouraged by the hospitality of my new friends and neigh...
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by John Obrien on March 10, 2010
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Wood or any painted surface are required to comply with the new EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) lead law which will be in effect April 22, 2010 This law applies to interior and exterior painted surfaces. For interior work the area's must be dust sealed to prevent any lead dusting to spread from construction area. Then this lead dust must be contained by a HEPA vacuum or properly disposed by the contractor. Then wipe clean tests must be performed to insure the area is free of lead dusting. What if your home is free of lead? The state of MA. requires contractors to assume every home ...