Clues to forecast high costs in older homes
A Construction Research Bureau checklist helps buyers assess upkeep risks in aging houses. Inspect exterior boards, cracks, paint, gutters, doors and windows, floors, plaster walls, basement dampness, and electrical and heating systems. Check fuse amperage, water pressure, and the water heater with a plumber.
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National Clearing House For Building Information
Three Methods To Halt Floods In Basements
Three ways to prevent basement flood damage are explained by the Plumbing Heating Cooling Information Bureau. The three methods are automatic electric sump pump or cellar drainer, automatic back water valve, and overhead sewer. Each device serves a different situation and a contractor should survey the home to choose a dependable system.
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Patch Cracks Before Painting for Smooth Finished Surface
The National Paint Varnish and Lacquer Association advises filling all cracks or holes and sanding patches until flush with the surface prior to painting. Patch first, then sand the patches smooth before applying paint.
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National Paint, Varnish and Lacquer Association
Housing Developers Offer Lavish Recreational Amenities
Recreational lure grows as developers offer upscale features to attract buyers. Oceanside’s $25 million Oceana complex lists a bowling green billiard room gym golf course and other facilities for a $33 monthly fee. Seven Courts in Dallas and Sunset Hills in Los Angeles plan clubs and games. Some builders say extras lose money while drawing younger tenants.
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New Brush Cleaner Promises Fast Color Changes
Pittsburg Plate Glass Co Brush Division unveils Paint-Out a wet wash brush and roller cleaner claimed to penetrate instantaneously to brush heels or roller cores enabling a painter to switch from black to white paint in about ten seconds. It accompanies Nu-Life a heavy duty nonflammable odorless brush cleaner introduced recently.
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