A: When outside noise is a concern, you can upgrade the glass package in your windows to either Sound Transmission Class and Outdoor-Indoor Transmission Class (STC/OITC) glass or laminated glass, both of which provide sound-reducing benefits. For added security in
A: Often, there is more to consider than simply the length and width of your windows. Hunter Douglas recommends using a window covering professional to measure and install your window shades and blinds for proper fit and function. Most authorized
A: We are seeing a trend toward designing for “aging in place,” but no one likes the look of ugly commercial handicap bars. We offer a full line of designer grab bars with the same specs and carrying capacity as traditional
A: Moisture. Moisture and mold are closely related, and it’s why ‘58 Foundations performs mold removal services. Not only do we remove the mold, but as crawlspace and basement mold removal professionals, we eliminate the source of water and/or moisture that
A: Tension and use. The springs that operate a garage door are wound tight whenever the door is closed. When the opener is engaged to raise the door, the tension is released as power to raise the door. Opening an
A: I would look to see if they’re a member of GuildQuality, which is a third-party review company. I would also see how long they’ve been in business and if they’re a certified HardiePlank® installer. Painting Plus Years in Business:
A: If not properly maintained, gutters can become clogged with leaves and other debris. This debris will start to create blockages where water can no longer flow freely through the gutter, causing the gutter to overflow with water and become
A: R-22 is no longer imported to or produced in the U.S. due to an EPA ban (effective January 2020). This specific refrigerant is harmful to the ozone layer when released into the air. If your system requires R-22, you
Sheet vinyl has been around for decades. It is patterned vinyl that comes on a roll, usually 12 feet wide. Vinyl tile is individual squares or rectangles. Vinyl plank is in individual strips and usually mimics hardwood flooring. “Luxury vinyl” and “waterproof floors” are
A: A gutter slope, also known as a gutter pitch, is the slight tilt your gutters have that allows water to flow down and out of the gutter system. Signs of improper gutter slope include standing water in your gutters
