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Universal Design
Before World War II, homes in this country were built one at a time. Afterwards, pent-up demand inspired builders to mass-produce homes and standardize design details. In order to get those designs just right, builders looked for ergonomic data—information about how the human…
Consumer Guides
Radon Testing and Abatement
Radon gas is drawn into homes or buildings through cracks in the foundation or slab and through unsealed pipes, sumps, drains, walls and other openings. Radon is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas that is produced by naturally decaying uranium and radium. As radon decays, it…
Quick Tips
Tip: Repair Your Own Roof
Now that the rainy season is nearly over, homeowners tend to turn their attention to spring and summer related home repairs and maintenance, such as landscaping and painting. However, if it’s doubtful how much longer you can dare to ignore repairing or replacing…
Quick Tips
Checklist: Spring Cleaning
The joy of emerging from your home after a few cool months can quickly be negated when you see the things in need of repair. Use this list to help keep your spring cleaning projects in order: Indoors Check…
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Checklist: Increase the Potential Sale Price of Your Home
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Remodeling Increases Value
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Tip: Roller Marks - Interior Paint
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Loss of Pressure
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Tip: Basic Bathroom Remodeling Tips
Tip: Repair Your Own Roof
Tip: Radon Testing
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Tip: Repair Your Own Roof
Tip: When to Re-Roof
Layering Asphalt Shingles
SP Feature Article
The Internet Will Change the Buying of Services
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Tip: Shutter Basics
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