As winter is approaching you may be worried about the rising cost of your gas bill. This reaction is to be expected, especially if you’re not sure about where the cost is coming from. When the temperature drops, it’s easy to crank up the AC or leave the heater on a little too long. In […]
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In 1941, when the Navy needed the quick assembly of practical buildings that could be easily assembled without requiring special tools or skills, the Quonset hut was the answer. These prefabricated Arch Buildings made of corrugated steel are still in use more than 70 years later. The semicircular, semi-permanent structures provide for suitable housing, offices,
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The advent of technology has undoubtedly provided ease and convenience to humans. However, during extreme seasons such as summer and winter, people tend to push their electricity bills to the limit. Fans and air-conditioning systems are at their maximum settings, and lights are always on even if not utilized. While these practices may be seemingly
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There are a lot of reasons to build a pool in a home. Many enjoy the calming effect of water and want an escape from everyday life, or they may be interested in adding value to the property for resale purposes. No matter what your reasons are, you must find a swimming pool type that
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Spring weather brings about lots of heavy rainfall. A heavy amount of rainfall can cause your basement walls to be subjected to increased stress from an effect called hydrostatic pressure. This effect grows much stronger when the surrounding soil is saturated with water. This is because the soil then pushes against the walls of the
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Don’t take the plunge before you know what to expect. As a landlord and investor in the South (it gets hot here!), there are plenty of houses with pools. But it’s not a standard amenity as in one of the traditional backyard-pool states such as California, Florida, or Arizona. When I’m looking to buy rental
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To be a successful landlord, you need to give your tenants what they want. Think of it this way: You wouldn’t want to be in the surfboard business in the Midwest, but you might in a Southern California beach community. It’s the same for the landlord business. Buying rental property is only one part of
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Whether you are looking to freshen up your forever home or looking to increase a house’s value for renting or resale there are a number of things you can do to help improve a home. From simple quick fixes to more extensive remodeling work there are always ways to improve a house, from a quick
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Working from home affords you perks and privileges. For one thing, you’re spared from the stress of a daily commute. You can even do your job in your PJs unless you’re expected to show up on a Zoom video call. If you have a family, you have more time to spend with your spouse and
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Home and garden maintenance isn’t always sustainable. From plastic planters and chemical lawn treatments, to material waste in construction and home renovations, the way we manage our homes can have a significant impact in our local environments. The good news is, home upgrades can be made sustainably, and may even improve your home’s efficiency. Here
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