Proper septic system maintenance can be simple and inexpensive when you follow the tips provided below. There are four primary components which make up septic system maintenance: (1) routine inspection and pumping, (2) wise water usage, (3) proper waste disposal, and (4) septic drainfield upkeep. 1. Routine Inspection & Pumping A septic service expert should […]
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Healthy Snacking for Young Athletes on the Go
Healthy snacks are an important part of any young athlete’s diet. Nutrient-rich, protein-packed snack options are important for on-the-go kids like yours. But if you don’t plan ahead, it will become too easy to stop by the drive-through of a fast food restaurant or grab an overly processed pre-packaged option at your local convenience store. […]
Why Won’t My Elbow Straighten Up?
After an injury to your elbow, you may be experiencing swelling, as well as the inability to straighten out the joint. Even after months of healing and increased mobility, your elbow may still resist complete straightening. Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Consulting an orthopedist and a physical therapist may be helpful, and among the helpful […]
Avoiding Inversion Ankle Sprains
Did you know there’s a particular kind of ankle sprain that commonly affects both those who are athletic and those who have a more sedentary lifestyle? Inversion ankle sprains, which involve the ankle turning inward, often require physical therapy and take a decent amount of time for recovery. As a result, there’s plenty of information […]
How Shipping Costs & Order Size Affect Lumber Pricing
Lumber pricing gets a bad rap, and we understand why. No, really, we do. Not one of us likes to feel as if we’re paying more than we should be, and when pricing isn’t published or straightforward, it’s easy to feel skeptical. Well, no matter how much we wish we could, we cannot provide a […]
What Factors Determine the Price of Lumber?
It may be an understandable question, but it’s also a complicated one: What will my lumber cost? From the customer’s side, it seems simple, reasonable, straightforward. But from the lumber supplier’s standpoint, it’s actually pretty complex, requiring both analysis of the specific aspects of the order as well as synthesis of a variety of factors. […]
Home Care Helpers of Statesville, North Carolina
As people age, a little extra help at home can go a long way. The required amount of assistance, as well as the specific services necessary, varies from person to person. If you find yourself feeling anxious about facing any aspect of this season of your life, you’re not alone. Plenty of seniors like yourself […]
Staying on Top of Industrial Concrete Floor Repairs is a Smart Move
Concrete is one of the most widely used materials for the construction of large, industrial buildings, such as warehouses, plants, and factories. Because of its long-lasting nature and stability, it’s no wonder concrete is the material of choice for the walls, flooring, and outside surfaces of these types of large scale structures. Whether the buildings […]
Ipe Wood: Premier Tropical Decking Material, Part 2
In our first installment of this series on Ipe wood, we took a look at some of the reasons why Ipe is so popular, especially as a decking material. These reasons included Ipe’s hardness, density, longevity, stability, uniform radial and tangential movement, fire and insect resistance, and availability in different sizes. In this article, we’ll […]
Industrial & Commercial Property Concrete Parking Lots
Every industrial or commercial facility needs to have a parking lot. They can be constructed from concrete, asphalt, or gravel. A smooth, defect-free parking lot on your property will help to foster a secure, effective working environment at your factory, plant, or place of business. We’re confident that everyone who drives or walks on your […]
Marine Grade Plywood Options
If you’re in the market for marine grade plywood, it’s important to communicate with your dealer about your requirements. If your dealer doesn’t ask you for more information, don’t walk — run the other way. There’s so much variation within the general category of what’s allowed to be considered “marine grade,” that you could easily […]
How Do I Set Up My Home to Use X10 Technology?
X10 is a communication protocol for home automation. It conveniently uses the electrical wiring already in your home to control lights, appliances and other devices. X10 is well known for its ease of setup; thus many refer to it as a DIY option for home security and home automation. However, many professional technicians throughout the […]
Good News for Rainforests: Green Building with Exotic Lumber, Part 3
Despite what some environmentalists would have you believe (and may truly believe themselves), buying exotic lumber is actually very good for the environment. If you’ve been reading our mini-series about how buying exotic lumber actually benefits the health of Rainforests and, in turn, the global ecological scenario, you’re realizing how beneficial the lumber import industry […]
Decking Acclimation: Worth the Wait, Part 2
After you’ve considered the installation method and location of your deck (see Part 1), you’ll be well on your way to discerning a reasonable acclimation time period for your decking lumber. After considering two more factors, you’ll be even closer to arriving at a specific timeframe for the task. What’s the Weather Like? No, we’re […]
Decking Acclimation: Worth the Wait, Part 1
You realize that wood moves and understand how that fact will impact the size gap you incorporate into your new deck. You also know that you’ll need to include time for your decking lumber to acclimate prior to installation. But how much time will that require? Like lumber pricing, the answer to this question isn’t […]