Problem Drywall

By Robert Robillard

Updated Remediation Protocol for Homes with Problem Drywall In a study (pdf) conducted on behalf of CPSC by Sandia National Laboratories in New Mexico, finds no evidence of a safety hazard to home electrical systems. Sandia simulated long-term exposure of wiring and other electrical components to hydrogen sulfide gas, which is associated with problem drywall.…

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Removing Ice Dams

By Robert Robillard

Removing Ice Dams: Many people have been dealing with ice dams.  The solutions to dealing with and removing ice dams have been addressed on this site and can be accessed through searching “ice dams,  insulation, air leaks, or ventilation.” If your house is prone to ice dams, one of the best measures is to rake…

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Keep Snow Build Up Away from Venting Systems

By Robert Robillard

Keep Obstructions Away from Venting Systems Here’s a super easy tip that can save lives and your heat from failing.  Keep Snow Build Up Away from Venting Systems.  Snowdrifts or a large snowfall can block your furnace or hot water heater exhaust pipe and cause it to stop working. High efficiency furnaces, water heaters and…

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Ice Dam Removal Service

By Robert Robillard

Ice Dam Removal Service Ice Dam Removal Concord MA and surrounding areas only Roof Raking Roof shoveling CALL: OSBAN BARRERRA at (617) 892-3940  EMAIL: bhrconstructioncorp@gmail.com   Ice Dam Prevention Tip: Remove snow from your roof after every storm.  To begin with, use a roof rake to clear snow from the edge of your roof upwards…

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Concord MA Snow plowing

By Robert Robillard

Snowplowing In Concord MA Click Link Below For Contact Information: Driveway snowplowing Reliable Insured References available Click link above for an estimate Concord MA Snow Plowing

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Installing Snow Melting Cables

By Robert Robillard

Heated Walkway Using WarmlyYours Snow Melting Cables  [Part 2 of 2] Whether you are designing a heated asphalt, concrete or paver driveway, WarmlyYours has the snow melting solution for you. READ Part 1 of this article   No more driveways or walkways to shovel or plow. The paving material absorbs heat from the snow melting heating…

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Installing Wood Clapboard

By Robert Robillard

Installing Cedar Clapboards: When Western Red Cedar clapboards is properly installed and finished, it will give years of trouble-free service and will give your home a character and distinction that other clad-dings cannot achieve. Benefits of Cedar Clapboards: Western Red cedar clapboards contain natural oils and resins that protect the wood from insects and rot.…

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Choosing An Entry Door

By Robert Robillard

Buying An Entry Door If you are looking for a new exterior door, there are a number of options in terms of materials, styles and price points.  Exterior doors are made from wood, steel and fiberglass/composites. Wood Doors: Wood doors have always been the bellweather of natural beauty and performance. The drawback to wood is…

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