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Construction Proposal -Learn How to Write One Regardless of the cost of a project a written construction proposal protects all parties involved. A written construction proposal that clearly details and “paints a picture” of what you are promising to do. Details in this proposal include specific materials, payment schedule and costs. A professional and well-written proposal not…
Air Leaks In HVAC Duck Work Our home’s ducts are a common source of energy losses. Heat duct leaks are inevitable but can be significantly reduced. According to Energy Star, Heat duct leaks and HVAC leaks reduce heating and cooling system efficiency by as much as 20%. Sealing and insulating ducts increases efficiency, lowers energy…
Economy Makes It Tough To Be Green According to a Wells Fargo/Gallup Small Business Survey, one in three small-business owners say the economy has impacted their plans to become more “green,” and fewer think their customers would be willing to pay more for environmentally friendly goods and services today (27%) than thought that was the…
SKIL 2356-01 360 Quick Select 4-Volt Max 1.5Ah Lithium-Ion Screwdriver Years ago when you needed a screwdriver you pretty much could bet money you were going to need a slotted head screwdriver or maybe a Phillips head screwdriver. Nowadays we see slotted, Phillips, PoxiDriv, Torx, Square drive and many, many more. Manufacturers today use so many…
Bathroom shower Vent This article will address bathroom duct venting options. The two most common ways to route duct work to vent bathroom moist air outside are: 1. through the ceiling and out through an exterior wall. 2. through the ceiling and out through the roof. Of the two bathroom duct venting options. a vent…
DEWALT 2013 Media Event I just got back from the 2013 DEWALT Media Event. Spending the day with my friends in yellow at the Black and Decker University in Towson, MD is always a worthwhile time. The folks at DEWALT spent two days with Media editors showing us the latest and greatest in tool innovations.…
SAVAGE 24 inch Lighted Box Beam Level, model number SVLB24 Those of us in the field of construction have at one time or another become familiar with or heard the name Swanson. Swanson was known for the time saving creation the Swanson Speed Square. Swanson has now come out with their newest product line, SAVAGE. More…
Roof and Ladder Safety – A Lesson On What NOT To Do I was driving home from work today and saw these guys residing this dormer. Since roof and ladder safety is such a liability, I thought that a picture is worth a thousand words! I bet these guys were low bidders. As a contractor…
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