Insulated Glass Replacement
Insulated glass replacement is possible with a bit of work. Building codes dictate the type of glass needed. Ask about insulated replacement glass at your local glass shop.
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Foundation Cracks
A large foundation crack is a serious matter. Professional engineers who understand foundations need to be brought in. Once the foundation has stopped its differential movement, then the foundation repair can begin.
Asphalt Driveway Sealers
Asphalt driveways need to be sealed. Make sure that you know when and how often asphalt sealing is needed. Asphalt sealers are important to the length of life of your driveway.
Ducted Bathroom Fan
Ducting of bathroom fans to the outside is a must. Mold will grow in your attic from the moisture. Bathroom exhaust fans should be ducted through the roof or the wall.
Tile Setting on Cold Surfaces
Tile adhesive will set better on a cold rather than hot surface. The coolness of the surface allows the thinset not to dry out before it has a chance to bond. Be sure to keep the tile, thinset and surface temperature between 45 and 70 F for at least 12 hours.
Scheduling Finish Work
Schedule contractors for the finish work on your project based on the hardest and most expensive thing to replace in the event of an accident.
Concrete In Cold Weather
Concrete installation in cold weather can be successful if your contractor follows a few guidelines. Do no pour concrete on frozen ground. Mix concrete with hot water, preheated sand and gravel and add extra cement. Use a liquid curing compound and insulated blankets.
Free Standing Shelves
Storage shelves are great on walls in your storage room. Space in the middle of this room often goes to waste. Build storage units, free standing shelves, right now.
New High Performance Vapor Retarders
Water vapor in small amounts can cause rot. Vapor retarders are essential to preventing damage. Be sure to have high quality vapor barriers installed correctly.
Radiant Barrier Chips Save Money
Radiant barriers can cool your home by reflecting infrared energy waves away from it. Radiant barriers work best with the highest amount of reflectivity. For the attic, new roof trusses now come with radiant foil underneath. Keep radiant barrier foils dust-free, otherwise their effectiveness diminishes.