Recent Blog Posts

  • Roofing Materials Storage Quick-Tip

    January 1, 2013
    Proper storage and handling of roofing materials at the job site ensures peak performance. Insulation, underlayment, felts, and polymer-modified bitumen sheets should be stored indoors; water-based adhesives, acrylic coatings and emulsions should be protected from freezing.
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  • The Benefits of Storm Resistant Windows

    January 1, 2013
    Storm resistant windows (also known as impact resistant windows) have actually been around a long time. In fact, you needn’t look any further than your car. The auto industry has been using the technique of laminating glass to keep windshields intact during high impact accidents for years.
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  • Five steps for personalizing the interior of your home

    December 1, 2012
    If you just moved into a new home or you are looking to revamp the one you’re already in, you may be looking to give your house a brand new identity.
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  • Different Types of Window Materials and Their Advantages

    December 1, 2012
    Are you looking for replacement windows for your home or business? With so many types to choose from today, it can be a daunting task to choose the right windows to fit your needs. Generally, the different materials for windows actually refer to the material of the window frame.
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  • New Lumber Tax Assessment 2013

    November 27, 2012
    Effective January 1, 2013 sales of lumber and engineered wood products in California are subject to an additional 1% assessment (California Assembly bill 1492). The assessment will be identified separately on your invoice and be assessed on all sales sold after December 31, 2012.
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  • For Cleaner Air: Carpet or Wood Flooring?

    November 1, 2012
    Both the Hardwood flooring and the Carpet industry have their own views on which flooring is the healthiest choice for your home. Below we’ll try to cut through the marketing and clear the air. And yes, that pun had to happen.
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  • Types of Moulding Materials Available Today

    November 1, 2012
    First things first: Have you ever wondered if the correct spelling was either moulding or molding? Truth is, they’re both right. "Moulding" is a much older use of the word that originated in Europe and is still used in that form today.
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  • Tips for Weatherization

    October 1, 2012
    Poor weatherproofing cannot only cause discomfort in your home, but also leads to high heat and energy costs that can easily be prevented. Weatherization is a very simple concept. During the summer it means keeping the heat out, and during the winter it means keeping the heat in.
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  • Easy Energy Saving Projects for your Kitchen & Bath

    October 1, 2012
    Want to make a difference in your energy bill but don’t want to get involved in a huge project? A great place to make a big impact with little effort is in your kitchen and bathroom. We’re not talking about tearing things apart and doing an expensive remodeling project, either.
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  • Wood and Paint Adhesion

    September 1, 2012
    Whether the home is new construction or purchased from a previous owner, painting its exterior is the first step toward making it your home. Likewise, if you’re looking to sell the house, an attractive exterior paint job goes a long way toward creating “curb appeal.
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