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Saturday, August 30th, 2008

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Fixing Rusted Downspouts

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Foundation Repair 101 - Class In Session
Foundation Repair This article is a simulated classroom that is meant as an educational, fun, approach to problem solving Foundation failures. Foundation Problems are very serious, and the chosen repair techniques are also quite serious, but we can still retain our sense of humor, and have some fun while we examine the issues.

Wood Sub Floors are a Rotten Choice
For many homeowners, the idea of a basement finishing is to remodel the area the same what the rest of the house has been designed. This means they’ll want their ceiling to be made of drywall to look like the rest of their house. The furniture should be the same decor, and their floors- the wood sub floors and beautiful, thick carpet laid on top- should be placed downstairs as well.

California Home Inspection
If you are looking into buying a home in California, or if you are considering putting up your property for sale, one of the most important things you need to do is to get a home inspection on the property. A home inspection is a non-invasive check into the condition of a property to highlight any areas which need repairing or which are badly damaged. Home inspections should only be conducted by a qualified home inspector.

Why Choose a Pier and Beam Foundation?
Two foundation choices that a new homeowner should be aware of are slab-on-grade foundations and pier and beam foundations. The two are quite different when it comes to construction, cost, and longevity.

What Are The Different Types Of House Foundation Types And When To Use Each?
The article discusses the different types of foundations used in the US for building homes. There are three types of foundations discussed here: slab, crawlspace, and basement. It also lays down tips and advice on how homeowners and builders should make decisions about the type of foundation.

Foundation Repair Quality
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Thursday, August 28th, 2008


Sump Pumps Remove Water

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225 exhibitors from 26 countries to participate in inaugural Building - AME Info
The show will be held April 20-23, 2008 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and is organised by Reed Exhibitions Middle East with the support and participation of the International Union of Architects (UIA) and the UAE Contractor’s
Source: www.ameinfo.com

Contractor gets new lawyer - Herald News
JOLIET — A New Lenox contractor accused of cheating customers has a new lawyer. Michael K. Doman now is being represented by John Russell. Joliet lawyer Frank Cservenyak recently withdrew from Doman’s case. Doman, 43, of 2385 Palmer Ranch Drive, has
Source: www.suburbanchicagonews.com

Sunny August skies but rising water: Selectmen agree to a closer look - Andover Townsman
A flooding crisis on a cul-de-sac in the south part of town is baffling town officials who have visited often but have no answers yet for homeowners as to why the water keeps coming. “It’s so upsetting,” said Snowberry Road homeowner Sharon Regan as
Source: www.andovertownsman.com

Checklist: Basement Finishing, Waterproofing and De-Molding - Popular Mechanics
Published in the March 2007 issue. Q: I am finishing my basement. To do that, I have to deal with some drywall that got wet from a plumbing leak. The leak has been fixed, but mildew is growing on the drywall. Should I replace the drywall, or can I
Source: www.popularmechanics.com

225 exhibitors from 26 countries to participate in inaugural Building - AME Info
The show will be held April 20-23, 2008 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and is organised by Reed Exhibitions Middle East with the support and participation of the International Union of Architects (UIA) and the UAE Contractor’s
Source: www.ameinfo.com

Contractor gets new lawyer - Herald News
JOLIET — A New Lenox contractor accused of cheating customers has a new lawyer. Michael K. Doman now is being represented by John Russell. Joliet lawyer Frank Cservenyak recently withdrew from Doman’s case. Doman, 43, of 2385 Palmer Ranch Drive, has
Source: www.suburbanchicagonews.com

Sunny August skies but rising water: Selectmen agree to a closer look - Andover Townsman
A flooding crisis on a cul-de-sac in the south part of town is baffling town officials who have visited often but have no answers yet for homeowners as to why the water keeps coming. “It’s so upsetting,” said Snowberry Road homeowner Sharon Regan as
Source: www.andovertownsman.com

Checklist: Basement Finishing, Waterproofing and De-Molding - Popular Mechanics
Published in the March 2007 issue. Q: I am finishing my basement. To do that, I have to deal with some drywall that got wet from a plumbing leak. The leak has been fixed, but mildew is growing on the drywall. Should I replace the drywall, or can I
Source: www.popularmechanics.com

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Wednesday, August 27th, 2008


Basement Leakage Can Destroy Furnishings

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A Battery Backup Sump Pump Can Save a Vacation
If you don’t have a battery backup sump pump in your basement waterproofing system, you’re not protected from flooding water from a storm that knocks your power out. Even if you have a generator, you’ll always have to be home and awake to turn it on so your pump can keep working. Additionally, a battery backup sump pump protects your basement from overwhelming flood and primary sump pump failure.