Q & A – Can carpet be hypoallergenic?
Yes! Carpet can actually act as a passive air filter, trapping dust, pollen, and other particles. Studies have shown that people with asthma and allergy problems have seen their symptoms improve with carpet that is properly and regularly cleaned. One ...
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Q & A – How can I prevent future issues with my foundation?
Prevent future problems by keeping an eye on what your home is trying to tell you. Look for cracks along the outside or inside of your home’s foundation, as well as jammed doors and windows. Ensure that the soil your ...
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Q & A – Why should my landscaper be insured?
The liability on the homeowner is huge when it comes to worker compensation claims or otherwise. Generally speaking, landscaping projects often involve large trucks, machines, and sharp small equipment. These things can cause a great deal of damage to driveways ...
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Q & A – Can certain blinds help with the energy efficiency of my home? If so, which ones are the best?
Exclusive to Hunter Douglas, the Architella® collection from Duette® Honeycomb Shades provides the highest level of energy efficiency of any Hunter Douglas product. The special collection features a honeycomb pleat within a honeycomb. The design effectively traps air in distinct ...
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Q & A – How do I know when I can repair versus replace concrete?
Our objective is to provide a cost-effective, functional alternative to replacement. The sooner we are called in to address an issue, the better. A long-standing problem can in many cases still be fixed at an affordable price. However, the repair ...
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Q & A – What are the warning signs that I need to service my water heater?
There are a few major indicators that there might be something wrong with your water heater. The first of these is that your pressure relief valve (the small gold tube attached to your water heater) is releasing water. Diminished hot ...
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Q & A – What are clad windows?
Simply put, cladding is the protective exterior material on the frame and sash of a wood window, designed to improve a window’s longevity, durability, and performance. Unlike other brands, the cladding on Marvin® windows has an air gap between the ...
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Q & A – What are some alternative locations that garage doors can be utilized in and around the home?
We are seeing the garage door used much more commonly in interior applications or just in alternative exterior places around the home that may not lead into the garage. We have done several installations where garage doors separate bedrooms from ...
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Q & A – What are some of the ways water can leak into my basement?
Water may be entering through the walls, by seeping up from the ground below, or from leaks in your plumbing. It could even be from any combination of the three. Water pooling against the foundation then seeping through the walls ...
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Q & A – Why does my air filter get dirty so quickly and how often should I change it?
If you keep your HVAC unit’s fan set to “on" instead of “auto,” the fan will continuously run and pick up more dirt. Also, if you have multiple cats and dogs, excess animal hair and dander can easily clog your ...
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