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The latest on non-toxic paints
It seems manufacturers of many building products are trying to either 'green' their current product lines or develop new ones. Paint has become greener too. A review of non-toxic (or less [...]
What new EPA lead paint law?
I have talked with a number of other contractors and trades people lately about business and other things. At some point I ask them what they are doing to get prepared for new EPA lead paint [...]
Lowes Offers 10% Military Discount Everyday
Lowe's Home Improvement is now offering a 10% military discount. Both active duty and retired military personnel and their immediate families get 10% off every day. Read more from [...]
Sustainable and Green A Challenge for many cities
Being a sustainable, eco-friendly and green community is a challenge for many communities. Several cities have even hired sustainability managers, much as large corporations have done. Is this [...]
Olympics Start Tonight
The opening ceremony for the 2010 Winter Olympics is this evening (Friday, February 12, 2010) at 7:30pm EST. Vancouver is the host city and coverage is on NBC. See full schedule at [...]
What’s all the buzz with Google Buzz?
Google is entering into the social media fray by creating Google Buzz. It operates within your GMail email account or on your smart phone. It allows you to share among friends or with the [...]
Join the HOME STAR Coalition -Cash For Caulkers
Efficiency First is a national nonprofit trade association that unites the Home Performance workforce, building product manufacturers and related businesses and organizations in the escalating fight [...]
Save $ on your next home improvement project
You can save money on your next home improvement project but checking out the coupons and special discount offers I have posted on my site. Please see www.HouseFixer.info
North Carolina is third US state to administer Lead Renovation Repair and Painting (RRP) program
North Carolina is the third state in the US to administer and enforce a Lead Renovation Repair and Painting (RRP) program. See EPA RRP and North Carolina Lead program for additional [...]
Overview of proposed Cash For Caulkers Home Star program
This week a webinar sponsored by Qualified Remodeler and others on the proposed federal program, HomeStar (Cash for Caulkers) was held. HomeStar is still a proposal and not an actual program. It [...]
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