Category Archives: Do It Yourself (DIY)

Can ducts for heating and cooling be installed in a 3ft crawl space?

thprofsor asked: I have a flat roof with no room for duct work. I do have a 3′ crawl space under the house. Can I run the duct work there. The house is a two story house with an attached … Continue reading

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A Certified Roofing Contractor-Your best Choice

This informational article gives insight to the various choices in roofing and their special needs. A certified roofing contractor knows how to meet those requirements; this article offers valuable information to help select the best contractor for your project. The … Continue reading

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Using A Certified Roofing Contractor

The importance of a sound roof. Your home is designed to protect you, your family and your property from the elements, and the roof is the one part of the house that takes the most damage in providing you with … Continue reading

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Guide To Hiring A Roofer

The average life of a roof is approximately fifteen years. If the roof is under fifteen years old yet you are having problems, it will likely be able to get repaired as opposed to having to install a completely new … Continue reading

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Ten Questions You Need To Ask When Hiring A Remodeling Contractor

These are questions To Ask Before Inviting a home contractor Out To Your Home: Are you licensed? Make sure your contractor is properly licensed. In the State of Delaware, all contractors MUST be either certified by the State (if they … Continue reading

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One Year Later, Roofing Supplies Still Reflect the Effects of Katrina

One year after Katrina made landfall in late August of 2005, the effects are still rippling through the construction industry, especially the roofing industry. All manner of roofing material and supply prices are up 10 to 20% over the last … Continue reading

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Fireplace smoke from ‘Green’ Wood?

supadupa asked: We have a fireplace insert with those small firebricks. It’s pretty small and burns wood. The front is covered in a chainmail screen. When the dampener is open and I stick my head in there and look up, … Continue reading

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where can i find and compare prices on roofing and insulation materials?

ircone asked: For quotes to choosing roofing material and generally dont carry many green options like cotton batting vs formaldehydefree. Roofing

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