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Electric Radiant Heat New England mornings can tempt some of the toughest to roll over, turn off the alarm clock and go back to sleep. Getting out of bed and stepping onto a cold wood or tile floor can send chills up your spine and set the mood for the day. Research is showing that…
Mold inside a home is dangerous not just for the obvious health concerns like asthma and allergic reactions but also for the costly repairs it causes. Many newer homes are so tight that the air inside becomes nasty and stale. Proper ventilation removes old, stale air and replaces it with fresh air. The exchange of fresh air…
How To Plan A Deck When it comes to adding some extra space outdoors, a deck is a great way to create a place for the friends and family to gather. There are a ton of choices when thinking about adding a deck such as: freestanding vs. securing to the house piers vs. blocks wood…
Retrieve A Ring From A Sink Drain How To Retrieve In A Sink Drain Retrieve rings, coins and earrings from sink drains fast and easily. This post is all about easy tips you can use for retrieving items dropped in a sink drain. How many times have your taken off your rings to wash…
EcoStud Track & Stud Framing System I first saw the EcoStud Track & Stud System at a trade show. I was intrigued it’s innovative and practical approach to solving interior, non-load bearing walls or partitions. EcoStud is made from 100% recycled resin (post-consumer and post-industrial content), and is ideal in moisture prone environments like basements…
Dumpster Bags: I’m always asking myself the same question with left over remodeling materials or with old items I remove from houses. What to do with items you don’t need or want? Should I save it or is it more beneficial to scale down on the amount of “STUFF.” My friends over at GREENBAGPICKUP.COM, a local company, are committed…
DaVinci Roofing Products When contractor Rob Fanjoy moved into his home in northern Maine, he knew the roof would be the first thing that needed replacing. It was an old asphalt shingle roof that was failing badly. Despite being in place less than 15 years, the shingles were curling, crumbling and cracking. Plus they were…
Mold Smell Dear Concord Carpenter, Our bathroom is only a few years old. These past few months we have noticed a strong mold like smell. We have a shower stall, a tub, sink and toilet in this bathroom. The tub is rarely used and is super clean, all other fixtures are used and cleaned regularly.…
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