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Hello, my name is Emily Green. Welcome to my website about home maintenance and repairs performed by general contractors. When I bought my first house, absolutely everything was in perfect condition. After living there for several months, however, I started to notice a slight decline in the finishes of certain materials in my house. I suspected that the items needed care, but I did not know how to proceed. A general contractor helped me learn everything I needed to know about home maintenance and repairs. I created this site to share this knowledge with my readers. Come by again soon to learn more.

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Three Features to Add to Vinyl Siding for a More Decorative Look

13 May 2015
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you have a home with vinyl siding and modern windows, you may have things like metal or vinyl windows. These are commonly plain windows that have very few decorative details or trim. This does not mean that things can be done to give your home more of a decorative touch. You can do things like add frieze surrounds, shutters, window planters, and awnings. If you want to add more details to the dull vinyl on your home, here are a few things that you can have done:
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Hot Tub Not Hot? It Could Be A Pressure Or Electrical Problem

27 April 2015
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Owning a hot tub comes with some additional responsibilities. You have to maintain the appropriate temperature, keep the water pH balanced and do all of the necessary maintenance work. On top of the daily responsibilities comes learning how to troubleshoot some of the problems that can occur so you can try to make repairs quickly and with little expense. Below, you will find a few electrical and pressure troubleshooting techniques that can help you pinpoint some of the heating issues that may arise.
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3 Ways To Protect Your Family From A Fire

10 April 2015
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Fires can do a devastating amount of damage to your home and belongings in a very short amount of time. Thankfully, there are many different methods for keeping your family and home safe in the event of a fire, such as installing a security system, replacing your roof, and building an appropriate driveway. Security System Installing a security system is a great way to deal with all manner of home invasion situations, but it can also protect you in the event of a fire as well.
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Choosing The Right Material For Your New Garage Door

30 March 2015
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Choosing a new garage door isn't as simple as taking the measurements and placing an order. Garage doors are made in one of three primary materials – steel, wood, or plastic. Although your choice is somewhat dependent on your budget, you also need to look at the individual benefits of each material before making a final choice. Steel Steel is by far the most preferred material for a garage door because it is both durable and attractive.
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How To Predict That You Will Need Wind Damage Roof Repair Services

17 March 2015
 Categories: , Blog

Meteorologists may predict your weather and may warn you of a tornado or hurricane heading your way. What they have to say is that it is dangerous, but they rarely get into how dangerous or what exactly will happen. If you question what kind of damage your home and roof may suffer, then you need to learn and understand what kind of damage these wind storms can do. Knowing how powerful the impending winds are helps you prepare mentally, fiscally, and emotionally for the aftermath, and hire a roofing contractor who can help.
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Learning About Home Maintenance and Repairs

Hello, my name is Emily Green. Welcome to my website about home maintenance and repairs performed by general contractors. When I bought my first house, absolutely everything was in perfect condition. After living there for several months, however, I started to notice a slight decline in the finishes of certain materials in my house. I suspected that the items needed care, but I did not know how to proceed. A general contractor helped me learn everything I needed to know about home maintenance and repairs. I created this site to share this knowledge with my readers. Come by again soon to learn more.

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