April 2017 - Home Improvement Expert

Help Homeowner’s Breathe Better with Encapsulated Crawl Spaces

2017-04-230

If you do not know, it is a homebuyer's nightmare that the house they buy will have or eventually have thousands of dollars in mold repairs. Whether you are a contractor that is building homes for anyone to buy or custom building a home for clients, encapsulating crawl spaces might be on a good addition to your list of basics to provide for future homeowners. Temperature, humidity and dark areas such as crawl spaces over time, as you know, can lead to all levels of molds. Small cracks and holes can lead to spiders, mice, and other small critters entering the home and causing damage. The encapsulated crawl space has been proven to regulate temperature in the crawl spaces. This temperature regulation helps keep mold from forming. Encapsulating needs to be offered to homeowners to protect ...

Roofing

Deciding Between Replacing Your Roof or Having Repairs Done

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2017-04-200

Many homeowners neglect their roof even if it is unintentional. Just like any other part of your home the roof needs attention as well when it comes to maintenance and repairs. Your roof is actually a portion of the structure of your home that aids in the overall protection of your home as a whole. It is important to have a professional routinely inspect your roof for minor issues. There will also come a time when replacing your entire roof is a necessity. It’s a bit too dangerous to take on this job by yourself. Choosing a trusted professional in your area can make sure that the job gets done right. Let’s take a look at some of the issues that might require roof repair or replacement and how you can decide between the two. Shingle Concerns Shingles wear down over time, but they can al

Home & Garden

Deter Pests to Prevent Damage to Your Home and Garden

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2017-04-110

Rodents can be very destructive, and they are simply an unwelcome sight when it comes to your home and garden. Rodents are pests, and big ones at that. When it comes to pests, it is always better to be proactive rather than having to deal with a big problem. Having a cat around can help deter rodents and you can set traps or put rat poison out. If you follow all the steps to keeping them away but you still have a rodent problem, your best bet is to call rodent control burbank ca. There are many different and effective products on the market that will help to prevent and eliminate a pest problem. It is easier to manage a pest problem rather than to have to eliminate one and if you have to eliminate a pest problem, chances are that you already have damage to your home and garden. They