Attic ventilation is a critical component to maintaining even temperatures in your attic all year long. In the summer it saves on the life of your shingles by keeping the boards cooler and decreases your cooling costs in the winter weather by diminishing the temperature difference which in turn prevents moisture build up in the form of condensation. Did you know that having a proper amount of attic ventilation is even required to enforce the warranty of most shingle manufacturers?
National Mold Expert Reveals the Truth about This Controversial Subject "Do I really need to tear off my roof?" is a question that I am asked frequently, by homeowners who have discovered that they are the victims of a black mold infestation in their attic. Many of them have been told by someone that it is the only way to truly fix the mold problem that they have in there attic. Many roofers especially are quick to recommend this remedy as the "only right way to use" if you have attic mold.
Snow accumulated on the roof. The water ran down the roof. Time to start planning to (1) clean out the rain gutters in the spring, and (2) install a gutter protection system. This would consist of gutter guards, gutter covers, gutter screens, or gutter filters. Inevitably, the debris level builds up and blocks the rain gutter. A gutter protection system will keep most of the debris out of the gutters (Note “most”—not “all”). The gutter cover is shaped so the water flow will follow a curved surface and fall into the gutter while the debris falls outside the gutter. Any one of these types of systems will improve the cleanliness of your rain gutters and reduce your gutter maintenance requirements. For further information about the different types and models of gutter guards, gutter covers, gutter screens, and gutter filters go to GutterSupply.com.
Unless you are alert for small signs like this, water damage can go unchecked, emerging only when it has caused serious damage to your home.
1) Water Stains
Stains on your drywall are the most obvious sign of interior water damage. If water lines inside your home are leaking, you may be able to tell by reading your water meter.
Spotting Exterior Problems
A leaky roof, poor drainage around your home and clogged or leaky rain gutters are the biggest causes of exterior leaks.
This article gives the definition of e-waste and states the regulations on how it can be disposed. It also tells what some companies are doing to help the consumer get rid of it.
Scrapbooking may seem not an expensive hobby when compared to for instance golf, where in you have to buy a thousands worth of equipment or perhaps dancing, the lessons of which, can be really hard in the pockets; but that is where you are wrong. If you don't watch it, scrapbooking can be even more expensive in the long run. This is because as you ...