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Remodeling your basement to a games room

As any realtor will tell you, one of the first questions prospective buyers ask about an existing home property is, "does it have a basement?" For most homeowners, there is nothing more appealing than the idea of having a customized basement gaming room. It's important to be aware, however, that renovating ... [read more]

Carbon Monoxide: The danger after the storm

Carbon monoxide is invisible and odorless. It’s been a rough, wild summer when it comes to weather. Heavy prolonged rains, tornadoes, powerful storms bringing monsoon-like rainfall, golf-ball-sized hail, apocalyptic thunderstorms and winds powerful enough to level entire neighborhoods. The most common occurrence under such conditions are power outages which, depending on the ... [read more]

If it smells like it

Before it becomes visible, mold usually smells. If it smells like mold, that is what it is, says Eunice Sahr from  North Dakota University Extension Service Office in an article published in the Jamestown Sun. “If you can smell a musty odor or see mold, you have a mold problem. You don’t need ... [read more]

House Detox: Controlling Indoor Pollution

Controlling indoor pollutants A few more weeks and summer will be over.  Outdoor furniture will be folded or put away, pools covered, and gardens prepared for a long winter nap. Our windows will be closed, and we will try to close, seal, insulate and caulk every air leak to protect our ... [read more]

Spray Foam Insulation

Ensuring proper insulation is one of the easiest and most effective energy-saving strategies for a home. Insulation works to protect a home from hot summer and cold winter temperatures; without it, a home is exposed to harsh outdoor weather, making it less comfortable to live in and more costly to ... [read more]

Tankless Water Heaters

While traditional "storage" water heaters are the most-used type of water heating system in homes and businesses throughout the nation, tankless water heaters are becoming more and more popular among consumers. Why? Because tankless, or "instant," hot water heaters help homeowners save energy and money.   An Instant Water Heater Produces Hot ... [read more]

HGTV Sunhouse Window Well

HGTV show. This video talks about bringing in natural light into your basement with Basement Systems Window Well. ... [watch video]

Ikea Bedroom Makeover by Interior Designer

Bedroom Decorating made easy. Interior Designer, Rebecca Robeson of San Diego Interior Design Firm shares bedroom remodel using Ikea and Target at its best. Good design doesnt take money as much as it takes talent. Americas Got Talent and it resides in San Diego Ca. Rebecca Robeson shows you How ... [watch video]

Garage Remodeling

Most residents think about their garage twice a day: when they’re getting into and getting out of their cars.  But the garage is an untapped resource in many homes — one that can be re-organized, re-adjusted or just plain re-worked into something fun, practical or even good for your health. ... [read more]

Decorating with Plants: Bring the outside in during cold weather

It turns out that real live houseplants have real live health benefits.  Decorating your home with a healthy, thriving plant will naturally cleanse the air, emitting oxygen as they do outdoors, and creating a generally relaxing vibe.  When redecorating virtually any room, don’t forget to pick out a potted plant ... [read more]

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