Electrostatic filter initial resistance comparison of some of the electrostatic filters available. The lower the number the better. Your HVAC system will work less and saves energy with the lower number filters. One filter offers carbon monoxide detection built-in.
Precast foundation walls can be used in a variety of building situations. These illustrations show some of the possibilities for precast concrete foundations.
There are lots of homeowners interested in log home building. Log homes have a special feel and warmth. Those log cabin homes are popping up everything. Catch the log home fever. But be careful!
The two major associations that represent the log home industry are the Log Homes Council, who monitors energy and building code regulations. And the second is the Canadian Log Builders Association, who publish a set of Log Building Standards. Below are members, including companies that make log cabin homes.
Geothermal energy heating and cooling systems are environmentally friendly. Geothermal heating systems are quiet and work best in moderate climates. Here is a comparison of various HVAC systems and geothermal heat pumps.
There are many sources of information about Geothermal energy for heating and cooling. Contact these geothermal heating organizations or search the Internet for geothermal heat pumps. Some websites are very rich with information.
Geothermal heat pump diagrams illustrates the difference between a house with a standard heat pump and one with the geothermal heating and cooling. The biggest difference is the absence of an exterior or outdoor compressor.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates why simple pipe scaffolding is an excellent tool to use for outdoor painting projects. It provides more solid, stable work area than a ladder.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates how a pop rivet gun works. Pop rivets work great to fasten two pieces of thin metal. Tim knows all about being politically correct.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, explains why you need to use special cameras to take photos of construction or building defects. A construction photo may help you with a contractor dispute or to find that pipe hidden behind the wall a few years down the road.
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