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6 5 signs your roof might be wearing down 7 Home Improvement Tip: Air-Tight insulation delivers big returns 8 Window Anxiety? 10 Is it time to add a half-bathroom? 12 Promote safety around the home 14 Window guards save kid’s lives See page 6
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5yoursigns roof might be wearing down Should a roof exhibit any signs of decay, homeowners should address those issues immediately to avoid further damage.
1. The presence of algae
If the roof has lots of dark streaks and stains clinging to it, that is likely algae, which can grow on the roof for quite awhile. Algae does not necessarily do any damage to a roof, but it does do some damage to a home’s physical appearance, as algae on the roof is not very pleasing to the eye. Algae is most often found on the roofs of homes located in climates that have warm, humid summers. If algae is a problem on your roof, spray washing with a mixture of water and bleach can effectively remove it.
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eplacing a roof is a costly venture few homeowners look forward to. According to Remodeling magazine’s 2010-11 “Cost vs. Value” report, the national average cost of a roof replacement is nearly $22,000, a costly endeavor considering the tenuous nature of the economy. What’s more, homeowners who choose more upscale roofing materials can expect to spend almost $40,000 on their roofs. Such costs make it no small wonder that many homeowners fear the dreaded diagnosis that their home needs a new roof. While there’s little homeowners can do to reduce the cost of a roof replacement, there are warning signs homeowners can look for that might indicate a roof replacement is on the horizon. Recognition of these signs can help homeowners be more financially prepared should the day come when the roof needs to be replaced.
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2. Buckling shingles
Like algae, buckling shingles are another unsightly problem on a roof. But buckling shingles are more than just an eyesore, they actually might indicate significant problems. When shingles buckle, that’s typically because hot air from the attic is forcing the shingles away from the home. Buckling shingles also indicate that the roof is poorly ventilated, which can take years off the roof’s life expectancy while driving up home cooling costs along the way.
3. Granule loss
Granule loss is typically a byproduct of normal shingle wear and tear that results from inclement weather, such as hail. Older roofs might experience granule loss, but granule loss can also occur on a new roof if a defective roofing product was used. Any granule loss, even if slight, should be addressed, as the side effects of granule loss include a weakened roof and leaking. If
granule loss is not addressed, the consequences could be severe the next time a storm occurs.
4. Mold
Unlike the warning signs already discussed, mold is not visible on the outside of the home. Instead, homeowners should look in the attic of a home to see if there is any mold growth. If there is, the roof is likely leaking, and the health risks of mold growth in a home are substantial. Mold is not necessarily easy to detect, so a professional inspection might be in order if mold growth is suspected. If a professional determines mold is, in fact, present, then the mold will need to be removed and all options, including a roof replacement, must be considered to keep mold from coming back.
5. Roof rot
Perhaps the most discouraging sign a homeowner can see on his or her roof is roof rot. Roof rot appears when a roof is in considerable decay and, if not addressed, its consequences can stretch far beyond the roof, damaging other parts of the home thanks in large part to water getting through the roof. If roof rot is either not noticed or just ignored, it won’t take long for water to get through the roof and blaze a destructive path through the rest of the home. Homeowners might fear a full roof replacement because of the cost associated with such a project. But if ignored, problems with a roof could eventually prove far more costly than the price of replacing the roof. h
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OCCUPANT COMFORT Residential enjoyment is also topof-mind in our choice of renovation fixtures, features and materials. Superior insulation will reduce home heating costs and it will also prevent excessive noise, drafts, and unexpected cold spots from room to room. In response to energy conservation, environmental responsibility and consumer demand, construction practises have advanced significantly in North America over the past few years. Today, for example, people are building their homes with insulated concrete forms, not wood, and very recently, similar eco-efficiency possible (www.nudura. com) for home renovations. h
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Household energy-efficiency is now more important than ever when selling a home. Purchasers are able to rate one residence against another, so if you want top dollar for your house some day, it’s worth investing along these lines with upgrades and renovations. “If adding rooms or finishing the basement, for example, take a look at the most energy efficient materials and methods,” says Todd Blyth at Nudura, a company that has spearheaded an advanced version of the insulated concrete form (ICF), as well as do-it-yourself materials. “The newest renovation method, called Nudura Insulation Technology, is ideal to insulate foundation walls, inner and outer walls, plus flat, or cathedral ceilings. “For both interior and exterior walls, you use a shiplap system of expanded polystyrene (EPS), which allows large 4 X 8 foot sheets of this foam to be installed without any
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Window Anxiety?
Do your windows suffer from social anxiety because they do not measure up to their friends and neighbors? Are they feeling depressed because they are misunderstood and frustrated with their current window treatments? Our certified window therapists can diagnose and treat your windows, so they can be happy and well adjusted. All window treatments including shutters, shades and blinds can be motorized and automated to Alexa or other smart home platforms. Automation and motorization are the leading trend in window treatments and is no longer for those with an unlimited budget. Motorizing window treatments used to be expensive and uncommon. As motorization has become the standard in window treatments, prices have fallen making motorized window treatments affordable for everyone. In the past, automating window treatments cost thousands of dollars and was so complicated the average person had to become an expert to operate their window treatments. As technology has advanced in all aspects of life, it has also advanced in motorized window treatments decreasing prices and simplifying the process, so it is easy for anybody to use. Automated window treatments can operate through digital assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google
Home or as part of a smart home platform like Savant or Control14. Whichever platform is used, automated window treatments can be operated through voice control or through an app on a phone or tablet. These window treatments can be programmed to raise and lower at certain times of the day to meet personal preferences, temperature and light control needs. Motorized window treatments have evolved from expensive, loud and complicated to affordable, quiet and easy to use. The technology of the motors used to operate motorized window treatments was previously dependent upon batteries that needed to be changed on a regular basis. Motors have advanced to a rechargeable lithium ion battery that will run up to a year per charge. Attaching the charger to the motor wire for 8 hours fully charges the motor to operate the motorized window treatments. Motors are programmed to operate the window treatments individually or in groups. Automated window treatments are motorized and operate through a digital assistant like Amazon Alexa or smart home continued
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platform like Savant. The automated window treatments linked to a digital assistant like Alexa can then be operated by voice control or through an app on a phone or tablet. When linked to a smart home platform like Savant, automated window treatments operate through the associated software. Preferences also known as scenes are set
to raise and lower the window treatments based on temperature, time of day and privacy across all automation platforms. For more information or a free in-home appointment about all window treatments including shutters, shades and blinds, motorizing and automating to Alexa or other smart home platforms, call Spring Shutters and Blinds at (832) 698-9789. h
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Is it time to add a
The addition of a half-bathroom is a project that often makes practical and financial sense.
When it comes to renovating a home, homeowners expect to spend money. No home renovation or home improvement project is free, but some are less costly than others. The addition of a half-bathroom is a popular project among homeowners and it won’t necessarily break the bank. If converting existing floor space into a half-bathroom, such a renovation can cost as little as a few thousand dollars, making the addition of a powder room one of
half-bathroom? the few home improvement projects where the value added to the home exceeds the cost of the renovation. Before deciding to add a halfbathroom, it helps to consider some of the pros and cons of the project.
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• Convenience: A half-bathroom is often added on the home’s main floor or in the basement or attic. This makes it more convenient for guests to use the restroom during a dinner party or when coming over to watch the big game in a basement home-theater area. • Problem-free: Half-bathrooms are smaller because they don’t have a shower or bathtub. That means common bathroom problems like mold and mildew are not as big a concern as they are for full bathrooms. • More choices: Because mold and mildew aren’t likely to present a problem in a half-bathroom, homeowners have more options at their disposal when choosing floors and countertops.
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• Space: As their name implies, halfbathrooms are much smaller than full bathrooms. As a result, they tend to feel cramped. • Value: Though an inexpensive halfbathroom addition might recoup its value and then some at resale, the project won’t add as much resale value to a home as a full bathroom addition might. • Loss of storage: If storage around the house is sparse, homeowners might be better off keeping the area designated for the half-bathroom as a storage closet instead of a bathroom. Once the pros and cons have been weighed, homeowners who want to go forward with the project should then check with their local municipality to ensure the codes and requirements won’t restrict their project. Size or window restrictions might curtail the project or limit what homeowners can do, which might change their minds on the project altogether. The addition of a half-bathroom often makes practical and financial sense. But before making any addition, homeowners must weight the pros and cons to make the best decision possible. h
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Promote safety around the home
of the common injuries that occur around the home. • Slamming fingers in doors and windows: For small children, severe injuries – even amputations – can result from slammed fingers in doors and windows. • Falls: Falls, especially down the stairs, cause more trips to the emergency room than any other accident in the U.S. • Cooking injuries: Burns and scalding from cooking top the list of injuries at home. Cuts from a knife while preparing food are also leading dangers. • Electrocution: All it takes is a faulty outlet or a frayed cord to provide a shock, one that can prove fatal.
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n the classic film, The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy famously uttered the phrase, “there’s no place like home.” Now, several decades later, that sentiment remains very dear to people’s hearts. While homes are sanctuaries for many people, a home can be dangerous. The U.S. Home Safety Council states that every year, nearly 20,000 people die and 21 million medical visits are needed due to home accidents in the United States. The Huron County Health Unit says that the majority of injuries that occur in homes in Canada are attributed to falls. The same can be said for those living in the United States. The elderly and children are the age groups most susceptible to home accidents. Research by the Harvard Medical School has found that accidents and the chance for fatalities increases dramatically over the age of 65. However, accidents can occur in any age group, and making safety changes around the house is a proactive step to avoid accidents. Here are some
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SAFETY ITEMS In some towns, cities and provinces, laws mandate a home be equipped with certain safety items. Others are smart choices to have on hand. Although not all injuries around the home can be foreseen, the majority of them are preventable. With a combination of certain safety items on hand and precautionary actions, home-related injuries can be reduced. • Fire extinguisher: This can be kept on hand for minor fires. • Smoke alarm: These alert to the presence of smoke, which could be indicative of a home fire. • Carbon monoxide alarm: These alarms are a necessity to detect carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause death if inhaled in high amounts. Carbon monoxide alarms are frequently installed by furnaces and bedrooms. • Adequate lighting: Since falls are so common, having lights on landings and entryways can alleviate
Smoke alarms are a vital part of home safety.
falls due to the inability to see. • Radon detectors: Another gas that is difficult to detect by smell or sight is radon, which may be leaching from surrounding soil into a home, particularly problematic on the lower level of a home. • Wire organizers: Bundles of wires behind televisions and other electronics can be tripping hazards and cause shocks or electrocution if touched in an improper way. Storage devices can keep them safely tucked out of sight. • First aid kit: A medical kit will have all of the supplies necessary to treat minor injuries. • Grab bars: People who have mobility issues can install grab bars in hallways and bathrooms for extra support. • Door and window guards: A number of safety devices exist for windows and doors, including foam protectors that prevent slammed fingers or hands. • Fire escapes: Those who live in multi-level homes can invest in retractable ladders that attach to windows and provide an emergency point of exit. Accidents around the home are prevalent but often preventable.h
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Windows can be a safety hazard for young children. But window guards can prevent falls.
preventable. Many recall the tragic 1991 incident when musician Eric Clapton’s son, Conor, fell to his death from an apartment 49 stories up in a Manhattan highrise. Conor, age 4, allegedly darted past a housekeeper who had left the window open after cleaning and fell out of the window. The song, Tears in Heaven, was subsequently written by Clapton for his son. Children are often insatiable in their curiosity and desire to see what is happening in the world around them. Goings-on outdoors can be fascinating and it is not farfetched to see children leaning up against windows and screens to get a better view of outdoors. A window screen can easily dislodge and provides no barrier from a fall. Parents and guardians of young children
should add window protection to the list of safety gear they use to childproof a home. There are many varieties of window guards that attach to windows and provide a measure of security against falls. Some of these safety devices are bars or grills that install into place but can be easily removed by an adult in the event the window needs to be used as an emergency evacuation point. Window gates can be used on larger, swing-out windows to form a barrier for children. There are also locks and latches that restrict how much a window can be opened. Some areas of the country have made it law to have window guards on second story windows where children under age 10 are in residence, particularly highrise apartment buildings. Even falls from ground-floor windows can cause injuries. It’s important to check with a landlord or with a municipal office about the requirements with regard to window guards. In addition to the installation of window guards, there are other safety steps that help prevent window-related falls. • Keep furniture away from windows. Children can climb on the furniture and have better access to windows. • Keep beds away from windows, especially in a child’s bedroom. Children may horse around on a bed and bounce through an open window if the bed and window are not far apart. • Routinely inspect the hardware and construction of the window to ensure it is secure. Periodically check the fit of a window guard to make sure it is properly installed. • Do not open windows wide in children’s rooms. A few inches is all that’s needed for fresh air. • Make sure children know they are not allowed to play next to open windows or to try to climb up to windows. h
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