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Fire Prevention :: Put it Out: Fire Extinguishers

House Fires: Fire Prevention Through Preparation – Smoke Detectors, Extinguishers, Escape Plans & More

National Fire Safety Month occurs each October, and it’s a stark but important reminder to take precautions to protect ourselves and our homes. Many house fires are completely preventable, if the homeowner...

by Chris Long

Building Moxie with Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers :: Moxie, Moser, Maine: Part 1

I had the unique opportunity to tag along on a visit with a group from St. Timothy's School. I was popping in on the tail end of a week in which ten...

by jb bartkowiak

Easy Tips to Protect Your Home from Burglars

Everyone wants to fix up their home to make it as comfortable, appealing and as valuable as possible. After spending numerous hours and your hard-earned money on home improvement, of course you...

by jb bartkowiak

Contractor’s Notebook: Spring Cleaning, 40 Foot Ladders & In Remodeling, Close is Close Enough

Remodeling

As common with installing recessed lighting, sometimes framing hinders the ability to place things exactly perfect, so sometimes -- close is close enough. + Organizing the Van & What it's like working...

by Barry Morgan

Above Ground Pool - DeckHill image via Jesse Langley

Above Ground Pools: Three Solutions for Sprucing Em Up

An above ground pool seemed like the best choice for my wallet, but then I began to think of the stigma/image/everything else that goes with one in your yard. All I can...

by Jesse Langley