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1. Do-It-Yourself Chandelier Maintenance Tips
by Vanessa Doctor
February 20, 2008
Mounted lighting fixtures like chandeliers don't simply add extra glow to any room, as these elegant lighting piecese are more like works of art, and convey a wonderful luster and personality into your home.
Unlike small lamps that can easily be moved around, these lighting pieces are more permanently-placed structures, therefore proper placement is is vital for these fixtures to look and ...more...
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2. Effective Regular Chandelier Maintenance Tips
by Vanessa Doctor
February 17, 2008
Chandeliers are quite expensive, yet elegant home decor and lighting pieces. When you already have the necessary tools needed for its proper maintenance, it's easier to carefully handle these elegant lighting pieces, and you can effectively clean and maintain them well, without breaking any parts.
Simple, Do It Yourself Maintenance Methods
For starters, you can start by spraying y ...more...
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3. Home Maintenance in Winter - Prevent Disasters in Time
by Jay Banks
January 13, 2008
No seasonal home maintenance is as important as the winter one. Uninsulated pipes, leaking faucets and snow acumulation on the roof can lead to costly and unnecessary disasters. Find out how to eliminate issues before they appear! Roof - Ice dams along the eave and in the gutter can lead to soaked walls and other unpleasant problems. They get formed by either by ...more...
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4. What is Your Driveway Saying?
by Sanjog Gopal
January 11, 2008
I used to laugh when I saw my old neighbor out sweeping and power washing her driveway. I could not comprehend spending that much time on a piece of pavement used to park your car. After going through the agony of selling my home, I have a better appreciation of what she was up to.
A driveway is one of the first things people see when they drive by your home. It makes a silent s ...more...
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5. How To Not Short-Circuit Your Lawn Maintenance Business
by Daniel Pepper
December 17, 2007
There are obstacles to generating wealth with a lawn maintenance business that can short-circuit your success. One big obstacle you may face are incompetent people. You know what I mean? They can't seem to carry out ordinary tasks or responsibilities. Some of them are lazy or uncreative. While others are just plain "dumb" or so they come across as such. Dealing with these sorts of ...more...
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6. Profit from the Billion Dollar Home Maintenance Industry with a ...
by Scott Thompson
November 27, 2007
For the last few hundred years it was the “man of the house” that conducted home maintenance and repair. Then men became busier with more hours at work, long commutes, and hobbies leaving less time for home maintenance. To top it off the two-income household was invented and there were even fewer hours at home left for maintenance. Then came the handyman. The handyman came in all shapes and si ...more...
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7. Rainy Season Blues-Wet Rot
by Drew Hartanov
November 16, 2007
For most of us, our home is our biggest investment. Maintenance on a home need not be expensive, but if there is no upkeep at all on a property, it could cost you a bundle! Damage to the timbers of your home could also put you and your family in danger, as structural supports can collapse if weakened enough.
The areas most easily affected are those where wood can accidentally ...more...
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8. NSF Standard 60 certification for Panton McLeod Americas
by Dav Connor
June 26, 2007
…Press Release…Press Release…Press Release…
NSF STANDARD 60 CERTIFICATION FOR PANTON MCLEOD AMERICAS
Drinking water treatment experts Panton McLeod Americas is celebrating after being awarded the coveted NSF Standard 60 certification.
The firm, which specialises in supplying the North American drinking water industry with cleaning and de-biofouling chemicals, all ...more...
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9. How to improve Mains Drinking Water Quality
by Justin March
June 6, 2007
Water Coolers Direct selling mains water coolers and filters to homes and offices throughout the UK
">UK mains water is perfectly safe as it is required to be food grade quality 24/7, however the water that you end up with when you turn your tap can be less than palatable. So the question is how can you get rid of the taste and odour and improve your mains water?
The main ...more...
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10. How to get government grants to save energy in your home
by Alex Perry
April 10, 2007
There are many reasons why it’s a good idea to save energy in the home these days. To begin with, prices of gas and electricity in Europe have been very high in recent times, and so you can save a lot of money by making your home more efficient. As well as saving money, we all need to do our bit to help fight climate change by reducing the amount of energy we use. Finally, some of the things you c ...more...
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11. Selecting AC Filters
by Donald Munn
March 24, 2007
To achieve the cleanest air in your home it is very important that you select an ac filter that is efficient. There are a great variety of filters available from general use to very efficient. Some are even made to handle certain types of problems such as smell or even allergens like fungus, mold and bacteria. There was a time that these filters were only available for commercial use but today ...more...
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12. air conditioner filters
by Michael Malega
March 21, 2007
The present article has been read by many of our visitors and greatly appreciated. Hopefully you will delight it likewise. When the summer months roll around many of us look forward to having our homes cooled down by using air conditioners. There are many types of air conditioners that we can purchase and use. Now even though we trust on air conditioners to keep us cool these machines ne ...more...
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13. The Final 6 Maintenance Tips For Water Heaters
by John Haynes
March 18, 2007
Maintenance Tip #1 Preparing the water heater Turn off the power if its an electric water heater. Turn off the water to the water heater by closing the valve on the cold water line. Its located on top of the water heater. The cold line is always to the right. Open a hot water tap inside the house. Air pressure will come out of the tap. Open the drain valve located at the bottom of the water ...more...
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14. Another 7 maintenance tips for water heaters
by John Haynes
January 21, 2007
Maintenance Tip #1 Preparing the water heater Turn off the power if its an electric water heater. Turn off the water to the water heater by closing the valve on the cold water line. Its located on top of the water heater. The cold line is always to the right. Open a hot water tap inside the house. Air pressure will come out of the tap. Open the drain valve located at the bottom of the water ...more...
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15. 7 more maintenance tips for water heaters
by John Haynes
January 15, 2007
Maintenance Tip #1 Preparing the water heater Turn off the power if its an electric water heater. Turn off the water to the water heater by closing the valve on the cold water line. Its located on top of the water heater. The cold line is always to the right. Open a hot water tap inside the house. Air pressure will come out of the tap. Open the drain valve located at the bottom of the water ...more...
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16. 6 maintenance tips for water heaters
by John Haynes
January 6, 2007
Maintenance Tip #1 Preparing the water heater Turn off the power if its an electric water heater. Turn off the water to the water heater by closing the valve on the cold water line. Its located on top of the water heater. The cold line is always to the right. Open a hot water tap inside the house. Air pressure will come out of the tap. Open the drain valve located at the bottom of the water ...more...
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17. What To Look For In A Portable Air Conditioner
by Kerry Rodden
December 29, 2006
A portable air conditioner is a tool that you can’t afford to be without. These units allow you to take air conditioning benefits with you, no mater where you want to go. In fact, you can use them to help you to stabilize the air that you are breathing in temporarily or they can be used continuously. Unlike a large, household air conditioning unit, these are much more affordable to purchase as ...more...
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18. Saving Money - Revenge of the Maintenance Monster
by Abigail Franks
December 9, 2006
ok, basic maintenance and cleaning doesn't need to be a big deal. Still, if you're interested in saving money on your utility bills and having your appliances work their best, a little occasional maintenance can go a long way.
With everyone's schedule continuing to become even more hectic, it's important that your appliances work their best. One way to protect and care for yo ...more...
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19. Water Softeners: A Scrooge in a Southern California Community
by Jeremy SasserCollins
November 16, 2006
Hard water affects over 85% of North America, clogging pipes, stressing appliances and reducing their efficiency.Home owners and operators of industrial machinery have often chosen to install a water softener.This “solution” comes with its own tradeoffs though: a huge price tag for the environment, one’s health and one’s pocketbook.
In Santa Clarita Valley, California, the level of ...more...
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20. Drinking Water Filtration System
by Gelfey Sterling
September 5, 2006
There are array of drinking water filters available in the market. Water filters certainly improve the quality and taste of water by eradicating bad whiff and contaminants. It is said that your personal lifestyle and preferences generally guide you to choose the best water filter matching your needs.
Majority drinking water filters eliminate certain level of dirt and impurities such as chl ...more...
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21. A Brief Overview Of Some Of Your Air Conditioner Filter And Furn...
by Donald Munn
June 24, 2006
There are some very important things that you should do to extend the life of your air conditioner and keep it working at peak efficiency at all times. One of the most important things that you can do is change your air filter every three to six months.
Every home is different and there are many factors that effect how long you should wait between filter changes. Wait too long and the effi ...more...
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22. The Fluoride In Our Drinking Water Controversy
by Linda Symonds
May 22, 2006
Copyright 2006 Linda Symonds
For over 30 years, the controversy has raged about the benefits or the hazards of human consumption of fluoride. Despite numerous studies conducted by such organizations as the World Health Organization (WHO) we seem to be no closer to definitive answers to the question of whether fluoride in our drinking water really does prevent tooth decay or if it is, in fac ...more...
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23. Home and Office Bottled Water Delivery in Northern Virginia - 5...
by Jon M. Stout
May 19, 2006
Throughout the United States many consumers and businesses are electing to purchase bottled drinking water instead of tap or well water. The trend is clearly on the rise. A recent study of the bottled water industry indicates that U.S. bottled water sales and consumption continue to multiply at double digit rates as consumers and businesses increasingly choose bottled water as a beverage ...more...
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24. Disaster Planning for the Hurricane Season - Pure Water for Natu...
by Jon M. Stout
May 14, 2006
The hurricane season will be upon us shortly and it is wise to begin preparations for all consequences associated with these catastrophic events. Timely and proper planning will avoid much of the stress resulting from hurricane damage and may well avoid injury and loss of life.
The Hurricane Season
Many people do not realize that the hurricane season is lengthy and spans ...more...
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25. Local Delivery of Ultra Pure Water in the Washington, D.C. Metro...
by Jon M. Stout
May 12, 2006
The Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area is one of the fastest growing areas of the United States, Fueled by massive spending in the areas of Defense and Homeland Security, Washington D.C and parts of Northern Virginia and Maryland have seen a major influx in professional workers who fill high paying jobs in government agencies and contractors supporting the government.
Rapid Grow ...more...
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