Home Improvement, Remodeling

If you notice a funny burn smell when the heat turns on, it may be a sign that your furnace needs maintenance.

It could be something as minor as a dirty filter, but it could also be a serious problem like a broken electrical component in the furnace. Don't ignore it. Try to find the source of the odor to avoid costly repairs in the future.

Here are some tips to get you started.

WHAT CAUSES THE SMELL OF BURNING DUST?

When your furnace is not used ...

The southern states are frequently victims of hurricanes. The west coast of earthquakes. And then, of course, there’s Tornado Alley. Of course, any area can be hit with things like fires, flooding and a whole lot more. What this means is you could easily be a victim of something that destroys your home and makes you feel completely without assistance. That’s where you need to start looking at your options and how you’re going to get your house back the way you need it.

Recovering From ...

The market currently offers many roofing materials which differ in cost, durability and their ability to endure adverse weather conditions. It might be that time to give your garage a fresh new look and a roof made from rubber could be perfect for this. Rubber will help you eliminate the problems encountered with traditional roofing materials which are more prone to rust, leaks and some even had hazardous chemicals such as asbestos.

While you might desire to repair the roof of your ...

Not a lot of people can survive without a water heater. According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, water heating consumes about 20% of energy costs of households. If you are planning to replace your water heater, it would be wise to invest on a unit that has new features you can benefit from.

Here are some of the new water heater features you should check out:

Improved Energy Efficiency

Pursue the new energy standard directed by the National Appliance ...

Building a facility, commercial area or a residence from land is known as construction. Despite the type of construction, we all need help from a construction company. Most of these companies’ design services that suit the diverse needs of their customers. The needs of customers in the construction industry are classified under repair, construction or remodeling. Before the work is done, a plan is drawn to establish the best technique to meet the desired need. This article will provide general ...

Towering structures in urban cities are a common sight. Most of us work in them while others live in these properties. Some say that a city's sign of progress is when popular establishments are put up and the basic needs are within reach. However, a lot of times, these kinds of progress affect our environment.

The use of renewable materials, as well as products that were made with very minimal carbon footprint, were already on the radar of design and construction companies as early ...