Here is a list of items that you will never regret having around your home. Some are inexpensive; others will set you back some bucks. But, when you need them, they are invaluable. Select your storage area carefully.
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Here is a short list of places you can find salvaged and architectural building materials. Not all items will be found. But if you have some stockpiled materials, they might be a selling point when selling your house.
Ever waste time driving around town to get that spare part? Is it worth spending some money now to have that spare part in stock - at home? Buying a spare part when you purchase the original item. If it has a wearable component, you will save a lot of time and aggravation.
Here is a listing of companies that produce beautiful solid wood interior doors and distinctive period hardware. You can find that special door you are looking for with the proper hardware.
Solid wood interior doors come in a vast variety of styles. The following illustrations show just a small variety of what is available. Check you what you can do with wood doors.
Soundproofing a residential home is best done during the construction. Sound control in existing homes or apartments is the toughest challenge. Consider these sound and noise control tips for residential construction.
This checklist will help identify sources of sound and noise pollution in your home or an apartment you are considering. This checklist will help as you can be distracted by visual stimulation rather then audio interference.
Soundproofing a home will help cut down noise from the outside or from another room. Noise is generated from vibrations. Eliminating vibration will help with sound or noise control. Understanding how these sound vibrations are created and passed through the house will help you figure out how make your home soundproof.
Violations of the building code can cause serious danger and life safety hazards. Building codes are the law. If you need to hire an attorney to settle a dispute with your builder over defects in your house, see if these building code violations are visible at your home.
Conflict between you and your builder. And it is time to hire an attorney. A legal battle is expensive and very stressful. Here is my story about a court case. Attorney fees can rack up quickly. Do your homework when hiring an attorney. Get the right one.
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