One of the most common symptoms of a migraine headache is sensitivity to light. While the degree of sensitivity varies from person to person, anything that aggravates (or even causes) pain should be avoided as much as possible. This raises a few questions. First, what effect does light have? Secondly, how in the world do […]
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Whether you are installing Andersen casement, double-hung or gliding windows, please follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations. Step 1 Prepare your opening. From the exterior of your home, cut the rough opening for the window out of your house wrap. Fold in the sides of the house wrap, staple or tack them down, […]
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While cleaning out your roof gutters did you notice a large amount of granules in them? If so, you may have a potential roofing problem in the making. As asphalt shingles wear they tend to shed the granules that make up their top layer and thus become more prone to leaks. Thankfully asphalt shingles are […]
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Asphalt shingles are most common roofing product on the market today. With their ease of installation, cheap costs and ability to last, it’s no wonder why asphalt shingles are used in so many roofing applications. So what is an asphalt shingle? It is a reinforced felt (both organic and synthetic) or fiberglass mat substructure that […]
When installing shingles on a new roof or a re roof you will need to install flashing along walls, dormer and chimney chases. Flashing is a piece if aluminum 8 to 10″ wide folded on a 90 degree angle to allow at least 4″ to fits against wall and the rest lies along roof. When […]
Despite its obvious importance, roofing is one of the most overlooked aspects of homes in America. Since it’s above our heads and out of sight, we tend to forget that it can easily wear out, and that a shabby roof can decrease curb appeal significantly. If you’re getting ready to sell your home—or even if […]
The HTC Evo Android smartphone boasts many different features, including a 4G data connection, which is much faster than 3G. Unfortunately, Boost Mobile doesn’t currently offer the HTC Evo. If you already own this HTC smartphone and want to use it on Boost Mobile, you can “flash” it so that it runs on the Boost […]