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Find out everything you’ve ever wanted to know about basements. From building a subfloor to installing insulation, these articles are your expert source for lower level information.
WHY IS MY BASEMENT WET?
Water can only enter the basement through some type of opening. The most common openings allowing water to enter are foundation cracks.
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Build the Ultimate Basement
Whatever your needs, the least costly way to increase your living space is to make proper use of your basement.
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Consider a Finished Basement
For many homeowners, finishing the basement provides the solution to many items on the family “wish list”. A place to play, a space for entertainment, a home office, organized storage – the uses for an attractive basement are limited only by your imagination.
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Venture Into the Darkness
A home's crawlspace is often used for storage and may be a place that homeowners rarely explore. With its low ceilings, minimal light and often cluttered space, venturing into this unchartered territory might be a little scary. Though you may not have any idea what you are storing in your crawlspace it is important to know that air flows in and out of there, and can affect the overall health of your home. Crawlspaces are built directly above the ground, which means that ...
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How to Stop Your Home's Rising Energy Costs
The cost of moving into a new home can be quite steep. New homeowners are often focused on buying new home furnishings, appliances and accessories. But one other important thing to consider is how your home can help you save money in the long run. Insulating your basement is one way to help put money back into your pocket. An insulated basement can help reduce energy costs and increase your living space, as well as help increase the resale value of your home. A ...
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Trades in Your Kids Future?
by Susan10/03/2010
by Robert Wright Maybe your kids are starting to think about what they would like to do when finish school. Have you considered a trade? You may say no way – “it’s a dirty, unsafe, low pay occupation!” You maybe surprised by the reality of working in the trades and the opportunities available for the kids. While [...] Read the whole blog entry »
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replacing fluorescent light
I would like to take down a fluorescent light and replace it with a normal light, hanging light. The problem is in the fluorescent fitting -- it is a junction box, not round oblong. Should I fit a ceiling rose or junction box? There are two cables wired in junction/box, one cable in to light l.n.earth. Read the answer »
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