All about portable air purifiers - 07/02/08 09:59 PM
Air purifiers are designed to remove pollutants from indoor air. The types of indoor air pollutants that can be reduced or controlled by portable air purifiers fall into three major classes; particulate, gaseous and biological.
Over the past several years there is ever increasing scientific evidence that indoor air can become far more polluted than outdoor air?with concentrations from 2 to 5 times to as much as 100 times those found outdoors. Given that most people spend close to 90% of their time indoors, this means that the health risks posed by polluted indoor air may be significantly greater than those … (3 comments)

Garage Floor Coverings - 07/02/08 09:52 PM
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Garage Shelving - 07/02/08 09:46 PM
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Are You buying a fixer-upper? - 07/02/08 08:05 PM
You've seen the real estate listings: "in need of TLC," "fixer-upper," and "great potential." While some cringe at the thought of buying a house that needs to be renovated, others see a chance to get a great deal on a house they can customize and make their own. Thanks to recent changes in the real estate market, a surplus of homes is available for purchase across the country. While some are in move-in condition, others need work. For those willing to take on the added time and effort of renovation, the rewards can be great. "A fixer-upper can provide great opportunities … (2 comments)

Save Money, Save Energy - 07/02/08 08:01 PM
Looking for ways to save money? According to The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM), a good place to start is in the kitchen. Replacing older, inefficient appliances with more modern appliances is a leading way for consumers to reap tremendous energy savings. That's great advice considering the fact that the amount of energy consumed by home appliances has dropped sharply since 2000. Refrigerators, dishwashers and clothes washers combined account for a 43 percent decrease in energy consumption since 2000, and decreasing energy consumption in turn drops cost. Replacing an 8- year-old refrigerator, dishwasher and clothes washer with new appliances of … (3 comments)

Is Your roof past its Prime - 07/02/08 07:58 PM
As every homeowner knows, the houses we live in are in constant need of repair. It seems like there's always a squeaky door or dripping faucet crying out for attention. But there's one important part of your house that may go unnoticed, yet it's responsible for protecting everything you own. It's your roof -- and it may be showing signs of failure. "The roof protects your most valuable asset - your home and your family! But it's easy to overlook or take for granted - and problems there can cause problems elsewhere if not fixed promptly. In addition, getting a new … (0 comments)