Homeowner Tips

splash block as downspout drains

Ditch The Splash Block

Lets face it, downspout drains and splash blocks are boring – that is, until you start having water issues, or worse, structural problems. Unaware of the risk to their homes foundation, many homeowners think splash blocks are a perfectly acceptable means of providing drainage around a home.  How can a simple splash block harm the …

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Energy savings at home

Energy Savings at Home

Energy savings at home is easy if you know how.  Drastic reductions in heating, cooling and electricity costs can be accomplished through very simple changes, most of which homeowners can do themselves. Why make your home more energy efficient? Here are a few good reasons: Federal, state, utility and local jurisdictions’ financial incentives, such as …

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