The Common Signs That Point to Mold In Your Home
Mold can be confusing. It ages cheese to perfection, forms the basis of life-saving Penicillin, and has even improved wine. However, many mold types can
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Benefits of a Blue Roof House
First conceived as an environmental solution for stormwater management little more than a decade ago, a blue roof is part of a technologically advanced, low-cost
Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Energy
Solar energy is a growing business. Demand increased by 27% in the U.S. in 2004. It’s no wonder—the sun sends the Earth more power in
Energy Efficient Roof Shingles
The right roof is essential to designing an environmentally friendly and energy-efficient home. If you’ve got typical shingles or hot asphalt on your roof—as many
Shouldn’t all Homes be Built with Pets in Mind
We finally moved into the new home we had built and boy, were we happy! With all of our earthly belongings hauled inside, it was
Green Roofs for Suburban Homes
Most people spend time and money trying to remove moss and vegetation from the roofs of their homes. They do so because they consider it
Vinyl Plank Flooring
Vinyl plank flooring is an ideal product for both kitchens and bathrooms where water and moisture are common. Many people choose to use it elsewhere
Common Mistakes When Building a House
Building a house is an enormous undertaking; but it is one that a large percentage of the world’s population undertakes at some time in their
Suitable Materials for Energy Efficient Roofs
If you’re building a new house or making major changes to an old one, it’s essential to ensure that the roof is energy efficient. In
Framing with Treated Lumber
Wood is a primary element in a large percentage of North American homes, most notably those that are built using popular timber-frame construction methods. Apart