The Stanley Complete Step-by-Step Revised Book of Home Repair and Improvement By The Stanley Company

When it comes to home repair, one of the most trusted names has to be the Stanley Company ... s inspection sheet that takes you through everything in your house, helping you spot errors and learning what needs to be fixed. Even mold, radon and lead are covered, as well as many other hidden things [more...]

Date: 2008-10-24 13:11:07

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Crack House Diaries: Home Improvements

The deal finally closed.  We worked our way through two thick stacks of paperwork, probably signing away spare organs in lieu of bankruptcy, ... . The security screen doors let the wind blow through, and on cold nights we would crawl into sleeping bags ... carpets Repair water damage (the black mold) I am pretty good at working with tools, so these jobs [more...]

Date: 2008-09-22 06:33:05

Four Businesses That Needed, But Couldn’t Afford Thermal Imaging… Until Now!

Several months ago, I wrote an article titled “Thermal Imaging Cameras Offer Economical Solutions for a Variety of Diagnostic applications” ... . Their customers blamed the company for mildew, mold and stains that appeared on floor coverings and accused ... cost solutions, it was a technology that only large inspection/engineering corporations could afford [more...]

Date: 1999-11-30 00:00:00

Greenspotting

GREEN IS IN. It seems nearly every magazine — including, now, this one — has had at least one issue with a green topic emblazoned on its cover, ... has been according to sustainable building guidelines without a third party certification such as LEED,” ... standardize on what it means to be green. “Third-party certification, such as an Energy Star rating [more...]

Date: 2008-07-16 11:10:00

Snuffleupagus

I am sick. The body aches, fever, chills, sore throat and sniffles seem to be sapping my already waning energy. My head hurts ( ... be coming down with something” out of me, but I just can’t take any more. The flooding. The mold ... . The check engine light on my Jeep that I need fix before my inspection. My inspection. The new project [more...]

Date: 2008-07-10 17:42:18

Four Businesses That Needed, But Couldn’t Afford Thermal Imaging… Until Now!

Several months ago, I wrote an article titled "Thermal Imaging Cameras Offer Economical Solutions for a Variety of Diagnostic applications" ... . Their customers blamed the company for mildew, mold and stains that appeared on floor coverings and accused ... cost solutions, it was a technology that only large inspection/engineering corporations could afford [more...]

Date: 2009-01-03 14:01:49

I’m stickin’ with the union.

Last Saturday, I was at the gym, working off some holiday cheer on an elliptical machine.  My particular personal torture device was positioned right in front of a large-screen TV which was - sadly - tuned to the misnomered Fox News Channel.  Every Saturday, this channel apparently features a business and financial shoutfest “round table” show, [more...]

Date: 2009-01-02 13:45:40

People Aren’t Going To Pay More Than Something Is Worth

The Salem News reports from Massachusetts. “The first sign of trouble came in December at a lottery to select the owners of some of the new Palmer Cove Condominiums. There were 15 condos for sale, with three-bedrooms going for what appeared a bargain - $189,900. When this project was conceived, an overflow crowd of applicants was expected [more...]

Date: 2008-08-06 14:27:50

Dirty Dining

Okay, besides the obvious reference in the title to the movie that any of us who grew up in the 1980's will immediately recognize; ... across the U.S., analyzing 539 reports in total. They revealed the gamut of infractions, from mold ... inspections represent popular national fast-food chains as well as posh $90-a-head eateries. Here's [more...]

Date: 2008-08-13 23:39:11

Don't use chlorine bleach to clean flood-damaged surfaces

This fabulous tip was in the latest e-mail update from the Center on Sustainable Communities (a great non-profit organization, by the way) ... inspection company confirms that "Chlorine Bleach is NOT Recommended for Mold Remediation." Here's another document explaining "Why Chlorine Bleach is Not Effective in Killing Mold." The Green Guide briefly [more...]

Date: 2008-06-25 03:16:42

How to Kill Moldse SOS

Perhaps you heard about black mold and thought the white spots on the walls around kitchen sink are not molds. But you are wrong ... , greenish and sometimes light pink as well. It is always suggested to consider mold infestation very seriously. Any delay in taking right remediation can amplify the problem many folds. Small problem [more...]

Date: 2008-06-27 00:26:24

Jail.Games (Florida Keys version)

Last night, Bill Becker praised me profusely in a dream, and then praised me and praised me, to the point that I started feeling guilty for leaning on him in the past. Even so, I have learned that a dream of someone coming on strong and kindly to me is his or her spirit’s way of telling me to pour it on. Therefore . . [more...]

Date: 2009-01-03 14:13:37

I collected a few items for desktops/cubicle living to while away the hours. Most of these came from ThinkGeek.com. Most were in stock when I put this together, but I’m sure if it’s out of stock, a little googling can find one, if you REALLY have to have it. So have fun, lighten up your life, and think happy… [more...]

Date: 2008-03-23 15:53:42

Toxic Black Mold - what Phoenix home owners must know

The monsoon season has just passed and left record amounts of rain in Phoenix from Mesa, to Peoria to Scottsdale. With so many vacant, bank owned ( ... homeowners must know However, there is one type of mold, Black Mold, also called Toxic Black Mold ... . Toxic Black Mold has been known in a few cases to cause death to infants. If you are buying a home [more...]

Date: 2008-09-12 12:25:12

Water Damage Affecting Your Basement?

Bowed or bulging basement walls means your wall is buckling from the pressure exerted on it by the outside dirt and water ... Floor & Wall Crack Repair Structural Repairs Mold Treatment & Remediation Exterior French Drains Family Owned Business Immediate Installation Available We Only Use the Highest Quality Product [more...]

Date: 2008-08-08 18:38:51

Million Dollar Listings Slip Through Their Fingers!

Million Dollar Listing is turning over hot properties again tonight.  Last week saw Josh close a sale, Chad fight with his girl, and Madison get the brush off from his one true love, who happens to be a woman.  What’s going to happen this week? Previous client Pierre is ready to sell his 7,000 sq. ft [more...]

Date: 2008-09-03 03:15:20

Mold Consumes Newly Built Home; Health Issue For Family

From WCIV   TV Channel 4, ABC, Charleston, SC A  Daniel Island family is struggling with mold taking over their home and it’s affecting their ... like now. Mold is beneath the carpets, in the wall and its making his family sick. His 3-year-old ... this,” Allen added. Tracthousing.jpg The mold filled Allen house is relatively new and not too [more...]

Date: 2008-06-15 19:37:35

112-point cpo checklist and what may or may not have actually occured with the vehicle acquired. Please read this very telling writeup below in his own words: July 1st, 2008 - The Purchase Of A Certified Pre-Owned Saab: In August of 2007 the wife and I had a baby and decided we needed something bigger for family trips than the wife’s Forester, [more...]

Date: 2008-07-02 22:03:44

Ready for action!

September 22, 2008 moving out   I spoke to my real estate agent again this weekend (my aunt) and she’s going to set up a few appointments to see apartments next Sunday. Right now there are two complexes that stand out to me, and so she’s picking out two units at each so I can get an idea of what its like in there, [more...]

Date: 2008-09-22 18:20:45

What are Popular Home Repair Scams?

Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed The last time I changed our furnace filters, I sliced my finger open. I’m not a handyman by any stretch, but I do attempt to take care of things around my house. There are times, though, when you just have to call in someone else to fix something [more...]

Date: 2008-06-11 06:06:39

House Mold and Dehumidifier

My home is dreadful before I get my first dehumidifier. My area is suffering from mold. It is obvious that something is not right with my home ... up/remediation - In case you do not take care of the mildew and/or mold problem thoroughly, chances ... , if not everything, of us hate Mildew. You may want to recognize that Mildew and mold, no matter whether [more...]

Date: 2008-06-06 07:15:06

Mildew and Mold Removal Made Easy

Black mold removal process is quite hefty and requires a lot of attention and precautions on your side ... . There are trained professionals who conduct mold inspection sessions to point out the exact location ... and instruments for mold inspection and testing. Hence, taking help from mold inspectors is a good option even [more...]

Date: 2008-06-10 23:52:35

Protect Your Family From Mold

Aqua Technology Mold can be very harmful to your family’s health.  Here are ten time Aqua Technologies would like you to know about mold. Potential health effects and symptoms associated with mold exposures include allergic reactions, asthma, and other respiratory complaints. There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold [more...]

Date: 2008-08-08 15:16:29

Lundi

Investigation is everyone's business~Sandy Rosenthal Note-The above article is from June 7th, the very first day the rising water in Iowa began to climb this Ladder. As the week passed we witnessed the coming of the next deluge as it grew and grew. Below is a Press Release from levees.org as well as notice of action today on MRGO MUST GO! [more...]

Date: 2008-06-12 19:40:14

The Complete Book of Home Inspection

75,000 COPIES SOLD! Is that home or condominium apartment you plan on buying a true bargain or an overpriced “handyman’s special”? ... on swimming pools * An added section on exterior walls discussing problems with synthetic stucco ... material that updates chapters, including synthetic stucco [more...]

Date: 2008-07-12 07:37:37

Should You Have A Home Inspection?

  Fixer Upper or Money Pit? You can’t judge a book by its cover and you can’t judge the condition of a home just by how it looks either ... it all or just about seen it all.   I’ve seen old houses almost come thru inspections clean with flying colors ... I explain home inspections to most buyers.   A home inspection is basically a snapshot [more...]

Date: 2008-09-18 05:47:55

Crack Engineering Software Very Cheap Price

Download Latest Petroleum / Chemical / Plant Engineering / CAD CAM CFD FEA Engineering Software Let's put an end to your rigorous search for softwarePS, sending money and getting cheated, paying for evaluation versions in the name of full versions etc.. You can get almost all full working versions under one roof [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 19:26:16

Call a Halifax Home Inspector - Your Dream Home May Be Sick!

by Robert Harris How can you be certain the home of your dreams is safe, secure and free from any potential health hazards? ... . Their comprehensive training includes the detection of harmful materials and substances, such as: MOLD AND MILDEW No home is completely free of mold and mildew. However, excessive levels can pose [more...]

Date: 2008-09-18 13:17:23

Now What? Energy Inspectors!

So you’ve changed your light bulbs, adjusted your thermostat, ... an energy inspection is a must. Read on to learn about a few companies who can help you out… An energy ... and structural issues. Air and water infiltration, mold, electrical loads and heat loss and insulation [more...]

Date: 2008-09-22 19:15:00

to market.

We're selling our house. I cannot breathe under the weight of this debt. Neither can Caleb. Jack will adjust. We'll be spending all of our time and energy on finishing the painting and other little tidbits, plus refinishing the bathtub and retiling around it + installing a showerhead ( [more...]

Date: 2008-09-09 19:15:46

Hamburgers Gone Wild! Win $100,000 by guessing the age of 3 burgers.

Stop the presses! This is totally worth taking a look at! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfgvrM_BQv4 www.GuessTheAge ... (thanks to Homeland Security and their rough inspection of my luggage!--image what they must ... in any way--they have NO MOLD, NO rotting, NO visible signs of aging; they are just dried [more...]

Date: 2008-06-04 19:46:53

Guest Post: Brandy, the World’s Dumbest Beagle

Note: This story is reproduced with permission from the author, who is one of my cool interwebs acquaintances. She posted this on a members-only forum, and I asked her if she had it on her blog for linking purposes. She does not, and I did not realize that she had locked a lot of her LJ at this point. She granted me permission to repost it here [more...]

Date: 2008-09-06 15:53:27

FEMA Report from Iowa

I received this from a reader last night via email: ... . I lost carpet/pad and ended up cutting drywall up 2 feet to prevent mold/mildew from starting. My loses ... in the garage an inspector called me on cell phone to set up time for home inspection. He wanted [more...]

Date: 2008-07-09 16:06:10

Mold Cleaning Products - Precautions to Be Taken While Cleaning Molds

Before we proceed with the subject, it will be good to learn the importance and relevance of the topic ... . Stachybotrys produce mycotoxins which are harmful for human health. Inhaling toxic black mold spores can bring about serious troubles. All mold species, including toxic black mold, grow uncontrollably [more...]

Date: 2008-06-11 00:08:59

Seattle Office Greeters learn the value of the Free Energy Inspection

                    Our guest speaker at the Seattle Office Greeters meeting on December 16th was Senior Corporate Representative, Harry Vogen.   Our Greeters were treated to an explanation of the 21+  point Free Home Energy Inspection ... /meeting rail 5.       Appearance of Black Mold 6.       Gaps or missing caulking 7.       Type [more...]

Date: 2008-12-29 22:52:55

New Foods FROM THE Test Tube (Jul, 1934)

view additional pages New Foods FROM THE Test Tube By Edwin Teale HOLDING a tiny mound of white crystals in the palm of his hand, a New York scientist recently came to the end of a twenty-year trail of investigation. He is Robert R. Williams, head of the chemical research department of the Bell Telephone Laboratories, [more...]

Date: 2008-08-12 05:42:47

Incorporating your Foreclosure Investments and DIY Real Estate Forms

You can save a lot of money by selling your home yourself (for sale by owner) or buying a home without the aid of a real estate agent. Here in NJ, real estate agent commissions are usually negotiated to around 4-6%. If you're selling a house priced at $450,000 that's $22,500 which is not an insignificant amount of money, [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 12:24:09

Proper Inspections Before You Buy a Home

A standard home inspection is performed by a licensed, professional home inspector, ... , and attics aren’t always included in the inspection; it all depends on your particular home. Gutters ... they are not required to do this. In addition to a traditional home inspection, you may want to hire a professional [more...]

Date: 2008-12-31 13:30:57

A climate refugee!

That’s what I’ve been called… a climate refugee.  And I guess it’s true ... t have electricity, everything in my house was covered in mold, and I really didn’t want to deal ... into work but had to leave early due to FEMA coming by and doing an inspection.  That afternoon [more...]

Date: 2008-09-23 13:01:32

Why Mold Manifestation Increase During Summer - How to Kill Black Molds

After a long pause through out the winter season, they come back again in summer with a more aggressive form. When summer begins, mold problem becomes a pain in many houses and people really get surprised where all these molds were during the wintere Here are the reasons that answer why mold growth [more...]

Date: 2008-06-27 00:46:34

Indiana Residential Real Estate Sales Disclosure

Indiana Residential Real Estate Sales Disclosure July 2nd, 2008 categories: Indianapolis Real Estate News, Indy Home Buyers, ... Conditions Hazardous conditions include knowledge of radon, mold, methane gas, radioactive material, lead based paint, toxic materials, asbestos insulation, biological contaminants, etc. Also included [more...]

Date: 2008-07-02 13:44:05

Mayday. Mayday!

"Well, look at you," I beamed at my plant this morning. I peered at the purple bud and noticed it had several companions on the same stalk. The violet is soon going to flower. It's accepted its new home and decided to become all lovely. I, on the other hand, feel quite wilted [more...]

Date: 2008-08-14 21:05:00

Swanky Dog Hotel?

Proposed Bill: Humans, Pets Buried in Single GraveBy Chantal Anderson - Seattle Times staff reporterSen. Ken Jacobsen and his cat Sam that died several years ago. The Seattle Democrat has filed a bill that would allow the commingling of human and pet remains. Forget the notion that dogs are man's best friend. To Sen [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 15:00:00

Obtaining New Home Mortgage Loan Should be Quicker

There may be a few differences in obtaining a new home mortgage loan rather than obtaining a loan for an existing home, primarily in the inspection process. However, additional time may be needed for a first-time home ... and mold that should be conducted before transferring a deed. Most buyers should insist on some sort [more...]

Date: 2008-07-08 18:00:04

Additional Inspections to Get Before You Buy That Home

A standard home inspection is performed by a licensed, professional home inspector, ... , and attics aren’t always included in the inspection; it all depends on your particular home. Gutters ... they are not required to do this. In addition to a traditional home inspection, you may want to hire a professional [more...]

Date: 2009-01-03 23:30:45

Unexpected expense: We discovered mold in our basement

The discovery I was in the basement on the computer a few days ago and my wife came down the stairs behind me and said, "What is that?" ... black spot on our wooden baseboards. Closer inspection Upon further inspection we realized ... of mold growing behind the baseboard just to the right of the spot. At this point we realized [more...]

Date: 2008-06-13 11:08:00

Incoming

“Hello?” I said, rolling over in bed to answer the phone ... that I not have a mold inspection if the buyers didn’t want one. It would open up new costs and it was best to leave it alone if they didn’t request a more thorough inspection. “Wait,” I said as I grew [more...]

Date: 2008-08-13 19:15:00

Sandicor Strikes Again

Sandicor Strikes Again Last week I did a video response to the mold report submitted by the last buyers of the house on Compass ... of its accuracy.  So using moden technology I videotaped a tour of the house and commented on the alleged mold-like areas. We know that Sandicor has a rule against putting website addresses [more...]

Date: 2008-09-20 14:16:04

Mold Inspection & Removal Basics

Mold Inspection & Removal Basics Due to the recent bad weather and storm surge related to Hurricane Ike, Galveston mold removal services have become one of the most in-demand needs in the area ... by workers pretending to be mold remediation experts. Learn how to protect your finances, … Cars [more...]

Date: 2009-01-17 13:01:06

Tips For Choosing And Sorting A Fleece; Plus Whorl And Ratio Chatter; And Descriptions of Bobbin and Flyer Wheel Styles

Geez! It seems like ages since I last wrote a post. This whole once-a-month format is kind of weird and funky for me. But in the end, it's positive all 'round: I've more time to plug away at projects for THE BOOK and you've got more time to digest my usually Tolstoy-length posts (thank you Drea) [more...]

Date: 2007-09-20 16:27:00

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