Top 5 Home Repairs You Need To Start Now

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The worst part about paying a large repair bill is that you could have prevented it. A little investment can go a long way, especially in terms of home repair. That’s why Fred is here to help you out, with the top 5 home repairs you need to start now.
Adding Insulation
Insulation gives you better control over the temperature in your home, whether you …

Concrete: Control Joints and Expansion Joints

Chuck Khiel

Concrete expands and contracts with changes in temperature and moisture. If not properly controlled, cracks can begin to appear. Placement of concrete control joints and expansion joints are crucial when designing and pouring concrete slabs and sidewalks. Both of these types of joints, while very different, help take stress off of the concrete slab.
Concrete control joints should be no less than ¼ of the …

What is low-e glass?

low e glass

Glass is one of the most popular and versatile building materials used today because of its constantly improving solar and thermal performance.  One way this performance is achieved is through the use of passive and solar control Low-E coatings.  Low-E or low emissivity (low thermal emissivity) refers to a surface condition that emits (gives off) low levels of radiant thermal (heat) energy.  All materials absorb, …