If someone in your family suffers from severe allergies, it’s important to remember that the formation of even small amounts of mold in your home could severely impact him or her. In some instances, it could even lead to respiratory distress.
If you've ever thought twice about using a public restroom, the process may soon get a little easier. In Japan, voice-activated flushing mechanisms are becoming more popular and widespread. Apparently, they're also bilingual, understanding as many as 30 different languages.
When your life has been turned upside down by a fire, it is tempting to want to rush in to survey the damage as soon as the fire is out, but you should only enter if the fire department says it is safe.
Water leaks in residential structures aren't that uncommon. In fact, data suggests that the average home loses around 14 percent of its water due to leaks of one type or another. The problem with water leaks is they can go unnoticed until a secondary problem, like persistent damp or mold growth, reveals the extent of the damage.
Island sinks often have drain problems that are somewhat different from traditional countertop arrangements. Because their tie-in to the existing plumbing creates a greater travel path, clogs can occur at harder to reach locations.
One common solution for a failing foundational structure involves piling or piering. In this repair technique, steel pipe pilings are driven into the soil to remedy failing foundational elements and correct foundation settlement.