Demand for Moderate Rent Houses in Waterloo Surges
Real estate agents report a clear shortage of rental homes in Waterloo with monthly rents of 25 to 30 dollars. Despite new housing, working men struggle to find affordable units as industrial growth drives demand. Realtors note fast re-renting of vacant properties and rising purchases via installments as buyers seek property amid population growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uners
Fred 0. Letsch
Haulotta & Letsch
William ©. Gronberg
Waterloo
Building Q and A for Warm Air vs Heat and Insulation
A reader asks about five room bungalow heating hot water versus warm air. Expert says warm air cheaper with a good furnace. hot water provides uniform heat but costs more and uses basement space. Also advises on insulation and weather stripping to heat downstairs and cites down payments on horses as financing guidance.
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R. Q
Melcy
Economical Georgian House Plans by Architects for Modern Comfort
A 1928 feature extols a six room Georgian style house designed to be affordable for moderate budgets. The 25 by 25 foot footprint yields roomy interiors, ample closets, bay windows, a charming fireplace, and a side open porch that doubles as outdoor living space. Construction is wood or brick with white stone quoins, facing options, and plans available through The Architects' Small House Service Bureau in cooperation with the Home Building Editor.
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Owneer
Architects
American Institute of Architects
United States Department of Commerce
Technical Department of the Architects’ Small House Service Bureau
Gopslight
Architects’ Small House Service Bureau of the United States, Inc
Faulty chimneys Ald fire hazards warn of losses and fixes
The Holland Institute of Thermology reports almost 20 million dollars yearly lost to fires from defective chimneys and flues. It advises solid brickwork, tight joints, frost-proof foundations, no wooden bearing members, single strong flues, proper thimble fit, and sealed cleanout doors to prevent leaks and improve draft.
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Holland Institute of Thermology
Holland
Mich
Many & Home
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Cedar Weights
Iowa Securities
Wrath
Mr. Quick
Quest & Smith
the Plumbers
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Waterloo Dredging Co
H. C. Matthias & CO
Dunham Place
H. R. Cosper
Rade
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Watson Products
R. C. Harrington
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