advice: What you can't see CAN cost you!
- 07/25/11 09:53 AM
Most home owners only consider energy related audits during the coldest seasons of the year. This is when they feel the most uncomfortable in their homes and are keenly aware of the one factor costing them money during these months... their heating bill.
But the factors grossly skewing their heating bills are also significantly contributing to their cooling costs during summer months as well! Most home owners simply overlook this fact as the rise in electricity is seemingly gradual, but oh so sneaky! Only a few homeowners become slightly aware of exorbitant electrical costs when something begins to fail... usually … (5 comments)
advice: Heat advisories abound this week...
- 07/19/11 02:33 AM
Dayton Thermal Inspections encourages everyone to work and play safe, drink plenty of water, and don't over do it. Recognize heat exhaustion symptoms such as weakness, nausea, headache, and muscle cramps. Heat exhaustion can rapidly progress to heat stroke which requires emergency medical treatment.... Symptoms are often precluded by heat exhaustion but may also include dizziness, confusion, rapid heart rate, difficulty breathing, and absence of sweat. Cooling the victim is a critical first step of treatment. For more information: http://www.medicinenet.com/heat_stroke/article.htm
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advice: Scald Hazards
- 02/01/08 06:59 AM
I attended a webinar on Wednesday which was hosted by the Home Safety Council. The topic was Preventing Scald Hazards and burns related to water heaters and water safety. I feel strongly about sharing this information with everyone involved in real estate to help spread the word. During my home inspections in the Dayton Ohio and West Central Ohio areas, I have been occasionally scolded for reporting and flagging the temperature of hot water if it was anything above 120ºF. The following information is why I will continue to note water temperatures above 120°F as a safety concern for our clients … (20 comments)
Most home owners only consider energy related audits during the coldest seasons of the year. This is when they feel the most uncomfortable in their homes and are keenly aware of the one factor costing them money during these months... their heating bill.
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