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With the rise of HGTV and Pinterest combined with the increase in time spent at home, home renovation projects are more popular than ever. In fact, over $400 billion was spent on home improvement and repair in 2020 alone! Whether you’re buying a home in need of a little love or giving the home you already own a facelift, renovating a house allows you to deepen your connection with your house while customizing it to your particular wants and needs. That said, home renovation is no easy task. It takes a great deal of planning and preparation, not to mention the time,…
Air conditioning is a big business. According to reports, the demand for AC is at an all-time high reaching 111 million units in 2018. However, even though AC units provide excellent service and are usually of great quality, things can go wrong. One of those common problems is a leaking air conditioning unit. If your AC unit leaking is causing problems, you can take a few steps to fix things. Keep reading to learn how to fix a leaky AC unit. Cracked Drain Pan Your drain pan holds the responsibility of holding excess water that’s created during normal AC operations.…
Last year, an estimated 11 million households scanned a QR code in the United States alone. Even though this seems like a huge number, QR codes are used worldwide and produce even bigger results elsewhere. Most people know how to use a QR code, but not many know the history behind it. As technology continues to grow, the QR has stayed very useful in a variety of industries. How does a QR code work exactly? Keep reading through this guide to find out. What Are QR Codes? Before you can learn the answer to, “how does a QR code work?”,…
Are you interested in hiring someone to come out to your home to do some painting for you? If so, you should be able to find more than a few exterior and interior painting companies in your area. There are well over 250,000 of these companies scattered throughout the country. It should make it easy to track one down in your city or town. Prior to hiring an exterior and interior painting company, though, you should do your homework on your local options to see which one is the best of the bunch. Here are several things you’ll want to look for…
As a homeowner, your home should be among your favorite places in the world. It serves as your safe haven away from the “real” world, a place where you spend quality time with those you love most, and a tangible reflection of your personality and interests. Now, if this only brings to mind thoughts of the interior of your home, you’re missing out! Your outdoor space should be just as inviting as the indoor spaces, which is why we’re here to give you some fantastic garden design ideas. To learn how to bring luxurious outdoor living to your own backyard,…
The average winter temperature for the United States is just above freezing at 33.2 degrees Fahrenheit. With temperatures this low, it can be tempting to stay indoors all winter long, but what if you didn’t have? Having an outdoor heater allows you access to your outdoor space no matter the time of year, but which one should you get? Read on to learn all you need to know about the best outdoor heaters. What Are the Benefits of an Outdoor Heater? Not only do they allow you to be outside anytime you want to be, but it also provides a…
If you’re running a manufacturing or processing plant, you likely have a couple of steam boilers. In 2018, the market share for global steam boiler systems stood at $17.66 billion. It will probably reach $21.63 billion by the end of 2023. Thus, the applications for boilers are expanding. Typically, manufacturers use steam boilers to provide a consistent supply of steam for various processes. For instance, boilers can heat large kettles in the breweries to make beers in batches. These systems can also boil enough water for large-scale sanitation or sterilization. However, a damaged boiler means the opposite. It will likely…
Are you planning to build an addition to your home? Would you like to buy a piece of land to start your own business? Before you can do either of these things, you first need to research (and understand) the zoning codes in your locale. What are zoning codes, exactly, and what impact will they have on your plans? Keep reading to find out! What Are Zoning Codes? Simply put, zoning laws divide the land into different areas for different purposes. These codes state where you can build a structure (such as a home or a business), how large it…
Today, more than 90% of the world’s population has access to electricity. That’s a huge leap from the 72.65% penetration rate back in 1998. However, it’s also because of this that dirty electricity has become more prevalent. What exactly is this electricity, though, and why should you even care about it? Is dirty electricity even real? This guide aims to shed light on this controversial pollutant, so be sure to read on. 1. Dirty Means Corrupted and Distorted The term dirty electricity may have made you think of fossil fuel pollution. However, the pollution generated by fossil fuel-based electricity differs from…
Every year, there are more than six million new and existing homes sold throughout the country. Some people purchase these homes to live in, while others buy them to use as income properties. If you’re thinking about buying a house, it’s important for you to be 100% ready to do it. It’s going to be a big investment on your part, so you need to be fully committed to purchasing a property. With this in mind, you should know when to buy a house. There are certain signs you should buy a house that will let you know you’re prepared to do it.…