Heat islands, or the built-up areas in a city, have temperatures that are 1.8 degrees to 5.4 degrees warmer than surrounding rural areas. Temperatures can be as high as 22F higher in these areas. Heat islands have led to the rise of the green roof, which has been able to reduce cooling costs, air pollution […]
Boiler issues are one of the most inconvenient problems any homeowner faces, especially if you have tenants. Not only can they make your tenants’ life miserable, but it is your duty to supply them with hot water and heating or else you could be prosecuted. In this article, we’re going to run down some of […]
When you’re trying to get the most out of your business enterprise, it’s important to be aware of the possibilities. In this regard, a like-kind exchange is one of the most common possibilities that come into play. This is a type of exchange between business owners that features many variables and nuances. To learn more […]
Do you fancy yourself as a property developer or an investor? Maybe you’re a builder who wants to set up their own business, or you’ve developed a new technology that could revolutionize construction. Wherever your interests lay, there’s ample scope for you to turn a profit from bricks and mortar. Property markets are just as […]
Suffering a house fire can be devastating and befuddling at first. Most homeowners usually do not know where to start from. It is even more difficult when everything has been burnt and you have automatically been made homeless. Something you we without a doubt had not planned for. Panicking and nit-picking will not solve a […]
Nothing makes an open house more successful than creating a clean space to welcome potential buyers into. You can’t have your house looking like a mess and expect to sell it. It’s much easier for buyers to see themselves moving in and creating their own home if you give them a clean canvas to work […]
Building code officials are supposed to review construction plans and inspect your facility several times to stay on top of all federal, state, and local requirements. Despite this, some things slip through the cracks. It’s won’t always be obvious when you’re non-compliant. Sometimes you won’t know until someone tells you, and if that person is […]
One of the most frustrating things to deal with can be moving a home. Between packing and unpacking your belongings, to finding a moving company to actually transport those belongings, it is understandable why it induces so much stress. It truly can be an overwhelming experience. This is why it is so important to find […]
If you’re a fan of Instagram, or you like to keep your finger on the pulse when it comes to news and technological advances, you may have stumbled across incredible images of living walls and green roofs. Commercial gardens are commanding more and more attention, and a growing number of businesses and property owners are […]
Preparing your home to get it ready to put on the market isn’t something you should leave until the last minute. Depending on what property issues you discover, and how long it takes to complete preparations, you may need a good lead time before contacting a realtor. However, by tending to any issues first, the […]
