October 9th, 2008 by admin
Frontline Property Inspections is happy to recommend 17 ways to save energy:
1. Get a free home energy audit from a Progress Energy to find ways to cut costs.
2. Check with your utility company for rebated whenever you install energy-saving equipment. Read the rest of this entry »
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October 9th, 2008 by admin
3 Deadly Mistakes that every home buyer should avoid…
Deadly Mistake #1: Thinking you can’t afford it.
Today, buying the home of your dreams is easier than ever before. Many people who thought that buying the home they wanted was simply out of their reach are now enjoying a new lifestyle in their very own new home. Read the rest of this entry »
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October 6th, 2008 by admin
Here are a few tips to keep your home safe from an electrical standpoint… Read the rest of this entry »
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October 6th, 2008 by admin
Electrical Appliances
Appliances need to be treated with respect and care. They need room to breathe. Avoid enclosing them in a cabinet without proper openings and do not store papers around them. Level appliances so they do not tip. Washers and dryers should be checked often. Read the rest of this entry »
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October 6th, 2008 by admin
Electrical Safety:
Electricity is an essential part of our lives. However, it has the potential to cause great harm. Electrical systems will function almost indefinitely if properly installed and not overloaded or physically abused. Electrical fires in our homes claim the lives of 485 Americans each year and injure 2,305 more. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 30th, 2008 by admin
Concrete and Tile
Concrete tiles are made of extruded concrete that is colored. Traditional roofing tiles are made from clay. Concrete and clay tile roofing systems are durable, aesthetically appealing, and low in maintenance. They also provide energy savings and are environmentally friendly. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 30th, 2008 by admin
Several common roof types are used in Florida including these listed below… Read the rest of this entry »
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September 30th, 2008 by admin
Roofing
Roofs play a key role in protecting building occupants and interiors from outside weather conditions, primarily moisture. The roof, insulation, and ventilation must all work together to keep the building free of moisture. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 29th, 2008 by admin
Indoor Pools
When a pool is located completely within a house, the walls that surround the pool should be equipped to serve as pool safety barriers. Measures recommended above where a house wall serves as part of a safety barrier also apply for all the walls surrounding an indoor pool. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 29th, 2008 by admin
How to Prevent a Child from Getting OVER a Pool Barrier
A successful pool barrier prevents a child from getting OVER, UNDER, or THROUGH and keeps the child from gaining access to the pool except when supervising adults are present. Read the rest of this entry »
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