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Tips on reducing/controlling household humidity
Now that we’ve discussed some facts about condensation, today’s blog is going to focus on ways to reduce and control household humidity. 1) Shut off ALL household humidifier units 2) Ventilate the entire house for a few minutes each day. … Continue reading
Facts about condensation in your home
1) Heavy condensation on windows is a symptom of moisture damage that occurs throughout your home. Heavy condensation blocks the whole window with fog or frost (in corners is normal), runoff from these can cause staining on woodwork, wallpaper and plaster. … Continue reading
Saving on Heating Cost!
Watch this video for useful information on how to cut down energy cost: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4K3heGhjh90&feature=player_embedded
Killeen area ranked no.3 in military retirement
In a survey done by USAA and military.com, the Killeen-Temple-Ft. Hood area placed 3rd among 378 other areas as an opportunity for retired service members to seek second careers. The criteria used: employment opportunity sectors with military skills alignment overall job climate … Continue reading
Add new insulation to the old one
According to the U.S. Department of Energy Star, you can add the new insulation on top of old insulation unless it is wet. If it is wet or appears that the insulation has previously been wet, it’s better to look … Continue reading
Real Estate News from Harker Heights
How to Get an Offer on Your Home 1. Price it right. Set a price at the lower end of your property’s realistic price range. 2. Prepare for visitors. Get your house market ready at least two weeks before you … Continue reading
News From Harker Heights Real Estate
5 Feng Shui Concepts to Help a Home Sell To put the best face on a listing and appeal to buyers who follow feng shui principles, keep these tips in mind. 1. Pay special attention to the front door, … Continue reading
News From Ft. Hood Real Estate
What’s a Home Warranty? A home warranty is a service contract, normally for one year, which helps protect home owners against the cost of unexpected covered repairs or replacement on their major systems and appliances that break down due … Continue reading
News from Harker Heights Real Estate
Checklist: 17 Service Providers You’ll Need When You Sell □ Real estate attorney □ Appraiser □ Home inspector □ Mortgage loan officer □ Environmental specialist □ Lead paint inspector □ Radon inspector □ Tax adviser □ Sanitary systems … Continue reading
Should I turn off my Room Air Conditioner when I’m not home?
There are a lot of variables in this question. You will always save money if you turn your air conditioner off or put it on a higher temperature setting while you’re not in the room. However, with many Room ACs, … Continue reading
