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5 Signs it is Time to Resurface Your Floors
Hardwood floors are a sophisticated addition to your home and do add to the home's resale value. However, there is no secret that the hardwood...
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Sandy Soil: The Best Plants to Grow In
The main peculiarities of the sandy soil, its pluses and minuses. Useful tips on how to improve the sandy soil. Examples of the plants that can be...
on Jan 16, 2020
6 Ideas to Help Keep Your House Cool Without High Utility Bills
Keeping the home comfortable is a vital part of homeownership, but not when it begins to drain your finances. Here, we look at a few smart ways you...
on Jan 11, 2020
How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets the Right Way
One of the most common questions homeowners have about DIY home painting projects is how do I repaint my kitchen cabinets? You may be surprised to...
on Jan 10, 2020
Top-Loading Washing Machine DIY Troubleshooting and Repair Guide
What is wrong With your washing machine? Listed here are some common problems that can occur with your top-loading washing machines include It...
on Jan 10, 2020
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Learn How Solar Power can Work for You
by Guest on Jul 18, 2015
Solar is the energy source of the future, and you can start harnessing this incredible energy for your own personal use right now. Over the past several years, many advances have been made in solar technology, allowing more effective systems to be built inexpensively. Continue reading →
Understanding the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
by Guest on Oct 8, 2015
The Waste Electrical and Electronic (WEEE) Directive is a set of guidelines from the European community that dictates how electrical goods and appliances should be recycled and disposed of. The directive originally launched in 2002 and has gone through a few rounds of revisions in years since. Continue reading →
Are Your Electrical Inspection Certificates Up To date?
by Brendan Carr on Nov 5, 2015
An electrical inspection report is something that, as a homeowner, business owner or landlord, you should aim to undertake periodically, in order to check that your electrics are in a satisfactory condition for continued use. The in-depth, methodical test and inspection will reveal if your electrical circuits are fit for purpose or whether they are overloaded. Continue reading →
Why Solar Panels Should Be In Your Home Décor Plan This Year
by Charlie Brown on Jan 6, 2016
There is a reason why the usage of solar power has grown to over 70% of American households over the recent years. You should not be left behind as a homeowner as many people across U.S are getting enlightened and enjoying the benefits of this source of electricity Continue reading →
How to Save Energy in Your Home
by Charlie Brown on Jan 8, 2016
Your home is where you spend most of your life because many hours in a day are spent in the comfort of our homes. Therefore, it is also where you spend most of your income. For any running household there are a large number of items that use energy. Be it you television, cooker, dishwasher, radio, computer, washing machine or shower. Almost every activity that you participate in uses energy. Continue reading →
Using Skylights to Naturally Brighten a Home
by Boris Dzhingarov on Jan 28, 2017
There is a constant increase in the number of homes that are now including roof skylights. The skylight will allow natural sun light to get inside a home. This is a great way to get an increase in natural lighting in those rooms that do not have many windows. Continue reading →
5 Creative LED Lights and Decor Ideas
by Guest on Apr 9, 2017
You’ve probably heard about LED lights mostly when it concerns flashlights or other more practical applications. And this is true that LED lighting has a lot of practical applications because of the longevity and durability of the light. However, there are so many more options when it comes to LED lights. Continue reading →
10 Tips to Lowering an Electricity Bill
by Chad Rinideour on Apr 23, 2017
Most consumers are very selective when it comes to choosing their phone service provider, deciding which gas station to go to save the most amount of money, or picking a car insurance company that has the cheapest rates. Continue reading →
Boost Your Electrical Service With Multitude
by James Helliwell on Jun 21, 2017
Businesses that provide electrical services or goods and professional electricians make invaluable contributions to society. From the home and office to major public services and events, electrical goods are everyday essentials. Continue reading →
4 Safety Tips for Handling Electrical Components in Your Home
by Charlie Brown on Jul 7, 2017
Fires caused by electrical faults account for a whopping $868 million in property damage, as well as thousands of injuries and at least 480 deaths every year. The electrical system in the home is one of the most poorly understood for many homeowners, who approach it with the DIY spirit only to suffer consequences of incorrect installations. Continue reading →
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on Jan 1, 2020
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