Just a quick note letting you know that I will no longer be posting to this blog. I no longer live in the area and am probably not the best source to be speaking to in regards to the Brooks real estate marketplace.
When looking for advice, ask a local salesperson, ask the general public. As they say, the best advertising is word of mouth. Talk to people in order to help you find the best person to suit your needs.
Good luck!
Lyle
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Thursday, February 3, 2011
A Safe and Warm Winter
The following is thanks to Pillar to Post:
Every winter homeowners turn to supplemental heat sources such as gas fireplaces, generators, space heaters, wood stoves and kerosene heaters to reduce home utility costs and stay warm.
When using a supplemental heat source to save energy and money this winter, keep safety top of mind to prevent fire and Carbon Monoxide dangers - two of the most common winter safety hazards. Below is some safe heating advice.
Keep space heaters at least three feet from people, pets or anything that can burn, especially furniture and curtains.
Look for products that have built-in safety features like automatic shutoffs, anti-tipping devices and heat guards.
To avoid serious home injuries and help you rest easy throughout the winter. Be sure to follow all manufacturers’ instructions for use and placement of heating devices.
Place at least one Carbon Monoxide alarm in your home near sleeping areas. This will detect and alert your family when dangerous levels of the deadly and odorless - gas are present.
Have your home’s central heating system inspected, cleaned and tuned by a trained professional who knows how to repair leaks and other problems.
Never burn trash or cardboard boxes in your fireplace or wood stove; they burn unevenly and may contain poisons or cause a fire.
Get your chimney inspected and cleaned every year by a professional chimney sweep.
Supplemental heat sources are a great way to stay warm without heating the entire house.
Every winter homeowners turn to supplemental heat sources such as gas fireplaces, generators, space heaters, wood stoves and kerosene heaters to reduce home utility costs and stay warm.
When using a supplemental heat source to save energy and money this winter, keep safety top of mind to prevent fire and Carbon Monoxide dangers - two of the most common winter safety hazards. Below is some safe heating advice.
Keep space heaters at least three feet from people, pets or anything that can burn, especially furniture and curtains.
Look for products that have built-in safety features like automatic shutoffs, anti-tipping devices and heat guards.
To avoid serious home injuries and help you rest easy throughout the winter. Be sure to follow all manufacturers’ instructions for use and placement of heating devices.
Place at least one Carbon Monoxide alarm in your home near sleeping areas. This will detect and alert your family when dangerous levels of the deadly and odorless - gas are present.
Have your home’s central heating system inspected, cleaned and tuned by a trained professional who knows how to repair leaks and other problems.
Never burn trash or cardboard boxes in your fireplace or wood stove; they burn unevenly and may contain poisons or cause a fire.
Get your chimney inspected and cleaned every year by a professional chimney sweep.
Supplemental heat sources are a great way to stay warm without heating the entire house.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Worried about high fuel costs?
This clip is from Pillar to Post:
Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. It typically accounts for about 16% of your utility bill.
There are four ways to cut your water heating bills:
Use less hot water.
Turn down the thermostat on your water heater.
Insulate your water heater.
Buy a new, more efficient water heater.
A family of four, each showering for 5 minutes a day, uses 700 gallons of water a week; this is enough for a 3-year supply of drinking water for one person. You can cut that amount in half by simply using low-flow aerating showerheads and faucets.
Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. It typically accounts for about 16% of your utility bill.
There are four ways to cut your water heating bills:
Use less hot water.
Turn down the thermostat on your water heater.
Insulate your water heater.
Buy a new, more efficient water heater.
A family of four, each showering for 5 minutes a day, uses 700 gallons of water a week; this is enough for a 3-year supply of drinking water for one person. You can cut that amount in half by simply using low-flow aerating showerheads and faucets.
Interior Leaks
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In some cases what appears to be a roof surface leak is not a leak at all, but rather an interior source of water. Here are some examples –
Air leakage from the house: If household air can leak into the attic, the warm moist air will condense on surfaces in the attic during cold weather. This can cause damage to the roof decking and structural framing and in severe cases cause water to drip back into the house. Sealing the house from the attic in cold climates is very important.
Leaking forced air ducting: If heating and cooling ducting runs through the attic, they should be well sealed, to prevent condensation in cold weather.
Air conditioning ducting: If air conditioning ducting runs through the attic, it should be well insulated and should have a good vapor barrier.
Attic mounted heating and cooling: High efficiency furnaces and air conditioning evaporators located in the attic can create condensation and leak into the house.
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In some cases what appears to be a roof surface leak is not a leak at all, but rather an interior source of water. Here are some examples –
Air leakage from the house: If household air can leak into the attic, the warm moist air will condense on surfaces in the attic during cold weather. This can cause damage to the roof decking and structural framing and in severe cases cause water to drip back into the house. Sealing the house from the attic in cold climates is very important.
Leaking forced air ducting: If heating and cooling ducting runs through the attic, they should be well sealed, to prevent condensation in cold weather.
Air conditioning ducting: If air conditioning ducting runs through the attic, it should be well insulated and should have a good vapor barrier.
Attic mounted heating and cooling: High efficiency furnaces and air conditioning evaporators located in the attic can create condensation and leak into the house.
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Monday, November 1, 2010
Local Unemployment Rate Drops
There are more ads for employment on the radio and in the newspaper, which is a sign the local economy is picking up. The unemployment rate in
Brooks has dropped a notch from 7% last September to 6.1% this year, likely due to an increase in activity in the oil patch. Many in that industry are reporting a busier period.
The good news is that economists are predicting a busier period for the oil patch and for the retail sector, which is good news as the Christmas season approaches.
Brooks has dropped a notch from 7% last September to 6.1% this year, likely due to an increase in activity in the oil patch. Many in that industry are reporting a busier period.
The good news is that economists are predicting a busier period for the oil patch and for the retail sector, which is good news as the Christmas season approaches.
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