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5 Easy Ways To Allergy-Proof Your Triangle-Area Home

By Chris Thorne | Published: May 17, 2012

Millions of Americans suffer from asthma or allergies caused by indoor air pollution. These conditions can have a very negative impact on your quality of life, which is why you

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Mold-Prevention Tips For Triangle-Area Homeowners

By Chris Thorne | Published: May 15, 2012

Residents of the Triangle area are no strangers to humidity or the mold growth that can occur when excessive moisture and high humidity is present. Fortunately, with these mold-prevention tips

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Seal the Ductwork to Lock In Savings

By Chris Thorne | Published: April 12, 2012

A well designed and properly sealed duct system is more efficient and can keep you and your family more comfortable and healthier. Savings result from a more efficient system that

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Batts, Foam Or Loose Fill? Choosing The Right Insulation For Your Specific Project

By Chris Thorne | Published: December 20, 2011

If you are planning to insulate or replace the insulation in part of your home, you have a few options. Batts, foam and loose fill are three of the most

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Your New Furnace: How Do You Know You’re Getting The Right Size?

By Chris Thorne | Published: September 27, 2011

Thinking about buying a huge furnace to keep your North Carolina home warm during the winter months? Think again. When it comes to furnaces, bigger is not necessarily better. But

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The Essentials Of Good Ductwork Design

By Chris Thorne | Published: August 25, 2011

Ductwork can easily become a case of out of sight, out of mind. But when a trade contractor is designing a home’s duct system, his attentiveness will determine whether you

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Insulation: The No. 1 Priority In Your Crawlspace To Avoid Energy Losses

By Chris Thorne | Published: August 16, 2011

Inefficient crawlspace insulation can not only reduce your home’s comfort and performance, but can contribute to moisture problems that compromise the health of your indoor environment. Inadequate insulation also puts water

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Get Ready For Summer By Upgrading To High-Efficiency Air Conditioning

By Chris Thorne | Published: May 24, 2011

Summers in North Carolina can be intense and now is the perfect time to upgrade to a high-efficiency air conditioning system.  They are quiet, convenient and completely out of the

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Energy Efficiency Ideas For Triangle Homeowners

By Chris Thorne | Published: April 21, 2011

With energy costs on the rise, home energy savings is a hot topic with Triangle-area homeowners. Now that you’ve recognize the need for increased energy efficiency in the home, you

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