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5 Reasons to Hire Professional Window Cleaners

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Whether you’re looking to impress the guests at your next dinner party or simply improve the   curb appeal   of your home, nobody likes the sore sight of cloudy or streaky windows. Hiring professional window cleaners has numerous advantages, and we’ve listed the top five below. Let’s get into it! Why Hire Professional Window Cleaners Prolong the Quality of Windows Regularly cleaning your windows helps them last longer. This is because window treatments remove the accumulated dirt and corrosion. They also target the aluminum deposits that can weaken windows and cause cracks. Even though professional window cleaners may cost more out-of-pocket now, you may end up saving significantly more money in the long-term. Talk about a win-win. It’s a Really Hard Job Be honest here. When’s the last time you thoroughly cleaned your windows? Can’t remember. Don’t worry about it. We promise you’re not alone. Cleaning windows is tedious, difficult, and time-consuming, especial

Saved from the Grave: How To Fix a Condemned House

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Saved from the Grave: How To Fix a Condemned House House boarded off and posted with a warning sign? WARNING: NOT FIT FOR HUMAN HABITATION Afraid to say, any dwelling with this posting is marked for condemnation. Public authorities have found the building in violation of local housing codes. Officials will send a letter to the owner (and tenants, if applicable) explaining the situation and requesting immediate evacuation of the dwelling. Not all is lost! There is often only a specific problem in the condemned house that you need to fix. However, all occupants must still vacate the premise until you deal with the issue. Read on to learn how to deal with this issue. Common Causes of a Condemned House Every local jurisdiction has its own housing code. Below are the common requirements a building must provide to offer safe housing. Plumbing and Hot Water Heat and/or Air Conditioning Electricity and Lighting Ventilation Free from Pest Infestation In some cir

How Solar Thermal Panels Help Schools Save Money

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Renewable sources of energy are essential for ensuring a   sustainable future . But that’s just one of many upsides to installing solar thermal panels. The savings to be had by switching to solar are immense and large institutions stand to save the most. Here are a few ways solar thermal panels can help schools and colleges save money. School Layouts Mean a More Cost-Effective Installation Unsuitable roofs are one of the biggest arguments against solar panels. Angled installations don’t get consistent sun and residential areas are more shaded. This means a solar system installation is less cost-effective than it could be. Schools don’t have this problem. The typical layout of a school is perfect for  solar installation . School buildings often have flat roofs and plenty of unshaded space. This means greater solar panel output and greater savings for the school. Reduced Operating Costs The cost of energy consumption is calculated by determining the cost per unit of e