Posts Tagged ‘passive solar design’
Solar Attic Fan Installation
Solar Attic Ventilation www.solatube.com Kevin O’Conner installs a Solar Star attic fan in a home where the homeowner complains that his attic gets too hot during the summer. Solar Star, the leader in solar-powered attic ventilation, brings you the most technically-advanced, environmentally-friendly, ventilation solution available today. E.g. For a 16-watt solar panel, it creates just…
Read MoreHeritage Style Restoration 1
Author & photographer: Michael Como You may have an Australian or old Period house somewhere else in the world which is one of the following: Georgian Style – [as per photo just below] Colonial Vernacular 1800 to 1830, Colonial Regency 1830 to 1860 Greek Revival 1830 to 1850, Picturesque Gothic 1810 to 1850, Victorian Period 1845 …
Read MoreBuilding a Straw House
A New Take on an Old Tale It’s the story of the three little pigs and the big bad wolf that blew down one house made of straw and one made of sticks. The only house left standing was the one made of bricks. Now there is new evidence to suggest that houses built with bales…
Read MoreHow to do Basic Home Repairs : How to Fix a Slow Running Toilet
How to Fix a Slow Running Toilet Learn the basics… of how to fix a slow running toilet from a home repair professional in this free online DIY home improvement video. You want to check with your local licenced plumber about regulations. Friends, in 2009 my chosen blog designer provided a game plan and a…
Read MoreRenovation Cost Query with Custom Home Builders
How Much Will Your Home Renovation Cost? Are you realistic about the cost of your home renovation? When you’re going through a “gut renovation,” potentially it’s a can of worms and the costs can quickly add up. The final price can vary drastically depending on e.g. if you want high-end finishes and if you change…
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