Archive for August, 2010

Corn Furnaces
Sunday, August 15th, 2010 by

Corn Furnaces

If you are interested in alternative methods of heating your home, you might want to check out a mid Illinois farmer, Mel Repscher of Taylorville, IL.   Mel is manufacturing a patented shelled- corn fueled furnace called  A-Maize-Ing Heat Biomass System .   Mel and his sons have also purchased a pellet mill that turns grass, crop ...

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Outdoor Kitchens
Thursday, August 12th, 2010 by

Outdoor Kitchens

The outdoor kitchen is becoming the social center of many homes.  The outdoor kitchen is a lot more than a grill and a sink in the corner of the deck or porch.  People have high expectations for their exterior spaces because they have become an entire entertainment area.    While the indoor kitchen is usually the ...

Home Improvement

Yes, We Do Windows
Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010 by

Yes, We Do Windows

Keeping your windows clean and sparkling is a chore.  Here are some fast window cleaning tip methods that will help keep your windows sparkling and streak free. Organize – gather all cleaning materials and equipment Clean window sill and window frames first; if mildew is evident use a mixture of bleach, laundry detergent and water; ...

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Residential Roofing — Going Green
Sunday, August 1st, 2010 by

Residential Roofing — Going Green

Green is a fairly easy sell in the commercial roofing market, but due to the cost of going green, homeowners are not as enthusiastic. Attitudes are varied depending on what part of the United States you live in.  Florida homeowners are asking a lot of questions about green roofing and are actively pursuing actual purchases.  ...

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