Posts tagged home maintenance
Premier Windows & Building :: How to Keep Your Patio Looking its Best Year Round
0December 19, 2011
Never underestimate the advantage of a great patio. They help accentuate the backyard, make hosting outdoor functions easier and quite frankly, it is a home improvement project that yields big benefits. But this area of the home should be monitored for issues from time to time.
Nowhere is this more evident than during the brutal stretches of winter. Patio or deck repairs can be approached from a number of angles and depending on which type of surface you have, there are a handful of tips to keep your patio looking its best for the long haul. [ . . . ]
It’s the Little Things that Add Up to Big Gratitude…. Thanks and Giving with the Funny of Tammy J Dalton
2November 23, 2011
by Tammy Dalton
in etc
I am truly thankful for so many tiny, silly little things, but they all add up to Big Gratitude in the larger scheme of things ... for my home, my family, and my life. I’m sure you can think of a few too. Happy Thanksgiving! [ . . . ]
Compressive Stress :: Fiction for the Reality of Construction
2November 21, 2011
by Barry
in On the Job
Crawlspaces can be stressful places. They are dark and often hard to move around in. One can feel the weight of the building above and this uncomfortable, claustrophobic circumstance can color a workers decision making.
The Lessons of Hurricane Irene :: On Hurricane Preparedness
4September 2, 2011
by Barry
in homeownership
In the beautiful week before Hurricane Irene coastal Delaware was doing its summer thing. Every other car had out-of-state plates and vacationers were enjoying the beach while my clients, who rent their properties, were enjoying the peace of mind that comes along with having their investments working for them.
Earth Day 2011: Three Simple Acts That Can Make A Difference
14April 22, 2011
by John Poole
in In the 'Hood
Today (April 22nd) is Earth Day 2011, and the theme of this year's Earth Day is A Billion Acts of Green. The basic idea is that if at least a billion of us each pledged to perform some relatively simple "act of green", we'd be that much closer to a greener, more sustainable world. Here are examples of three simple, relatively low cost (lightweight, if you will), but very definite and effective, acts of green that could help make a big difference if performed in large numbers. All are tasks I've already accomplished myself, and have reported in detail elsewhere. So, with all that in mind, here goes... [ . . . ]
