No building can survive without a strong and sturdy foundation. Considering that, any problem with your home’s footing necessitates immediate foundation repairs from the reliable experts at Stan Young Drainage. Their sound expertise in structural repairs and waterproofing has earned them a loyal clientele across Kentucky and Ohio. They draw on their extensive experience and knowledge in the field to explain how foundation repairs can save you from the following issues: Compromised Structural…
Introduction Sick building syndrome, which can also be called tight building syndrome, is a condition “created by low ventilation, combined with pollutants in buildings such as workplaces or schools” (Karpus, 1). It is a broad label that covers a lot of symptoms that thought to be triggered when the sufferers spend time in a particular building. People who acquire this syndrome show symptoms only when being inside the building. It has been one of the most universal indoor sanitation problems…
If you're the frugal sort, you want to use everything you own until it essentially falls apart. To you, there's nothing a little paint and a simple repair job can't fix. However, the team at Automatic Garage Door Repair Service in Rochester knows that, when it comes to your garage door, at some point it just needs to be replaced. Here are a few signs that you have a truly broken garage door on your hands: Broken Parts or Faulty Wiring: Some parts are easy to replace, but others are directly…
As the temperatures in Australia start to rise again, you are no doubt thinking about getting your air conditioning unit serviced and ready for the hot days ahead. This year, however, you have a newborn in your home for summer, and their needs must be taken into consideration once you turn your air conditioner on again. Use these two tips to make changes to your family's cooling habits so that you can ensure your baby's health is not at risk while you all strive to keep comfortable. Infant…
If you have not yet purchased industrial fans for your assembly line, it might be something for you to consider. These are a few reasons why it's worth it to use industrial fans on your assembly line. 1. Keep Employees Cool In many factories, the assembly line can get incredibly hot. Even if you do have an industrial air conditioning system in place, it might be tough for it to keep up to really keep the assembly line at a comfortable temperature. Between the warmth that your machines all put…
Within the last six years at the church I attended, the pastor’s wife has given multiple prayer requests about her experiencing difficulty breathing and uncontrollable allergies. Upon further investigation, she informed me that she would constantly cough and have whizzing spells. After her and the pastor moved into a different house, she began to notice a difference in her health. She was not only able to breathe better, but her allergies seemed to have subsided. After further inspection,…
Mold is more than just the green spots that appear on old bread. As the experts at Dry Out Systems of Alaska know, all varieties of mold have the potential to affect your health. Here's why you shouldn't put off mold cleanup and remediation in your Anchorage home. Mold is one of many elements that contribute to indoor air pollution. There are dozens of ways it can enter your home, primarily through doors and windows, heating and cooling systems, and vents. Outdoor mold can attach itself to your…
Where Are You Losing Heat This Winter? HGTV has captivated millions across North America. The home improvement, design, and real estate shows give people an easy way to learn about the processes of home buying and renovating. Mike Holmes of the DIY Network series Holmes Makes it Right shows homeowners where other inspectors and contractors have failed. In one episode, Holmes takes the homeowners outside in the middle of winter. There is snow piled on each roof in the neighborhood except that…
DIY - Home Health Checklist Building Component Condition Roof Excellent Good Satisfactory Poor Exterior: Roof Sag - Look for signs of sagging or distortion Roof Gutters - Any obvious holes or evidence of water leaks from surrounding gutters Antenna - Any external TV antenna Interior: Sarking - Is a silver foil visible (might be blue or brown) across the top of the roof? The foil (sharking) is an insulation component and it also acts as a barrier during heavy…
During the summer, the temperature can be so high that everyone is scrambling to find a way to cool off. When driving your vehicle, one option you have available to you is your AC. But, that is only if your AC is functioning properly. Should there be signs that your AC is malfunctioning, you may want to take it in to be repaired by a professional. If you are debating get your AC checked at an auto shop in Athens County, OH, here's what to look for to help you make a decision. Noise: It is…