Picking the Perfect Pipes

Water-saving, energy efficient technology is nothing new -- with low-flow toilets, sinks and showers now common in many homes. While these kinds of fixtures certainly help to conserve water or reduce energy waste, this savings often comes with a trade-off in the form of reduced performance, such as a puny shower spray or a toilet that can't quite flush everything you throw at it. Ultra-modern plumbing technology, such as the fixtures and systems included in the article, is designed to provide substantial water and/or energy savings with little to no noticeable impact on performance, making for happy homeowners and a cleaner, greener planet.

While granite and marble countertops may be among the first choice for people with plenty of money to spend on remodeling their kitchens and those on a strict budget may lean toward laminate, quartz countertops shouldn't be ruled out. There are a number of reasons why engineered quartz may be a more attractive option to some homeowners.    Variety Available Engineered quartz is made from about 95 percent ground quartz mixed with polymer resins.

When you're looking for a contractor to handle drilling work for you, understanding the most common types of drilling can familiarize you with what services and expertise you should be looking for. When deciding whether rotary drilling services will handle your geotechnical drilling needs, consider the goals of your project and any geologic and groundwater formations that need to be dealt with during drilling. Rotary drilling is a technique that you'll definitely come across in your research.

If you are looking to create a walkway or drive on your own, the interlocking pavers that you can find at the local home improvement store will likely look like a logical place to start. With interesting shapes and colors and a simple interlocking design, it is only normal for you to feel like this would be a DIY project you could tackle without a professional. Even though this may be true, do not be surprised if you run into a few problems when you are in the middle of your project with stone pavers.

If you have just moved to a state with a high chance of hurricanes, you want to do everything in your power to protect your home and loved ones from the damage. As a homeowner, you can take certain precautions to keep the structure and interior intact. Here are a few ideas to implement after moving to a hurricane zone. Secure Your Roof  When a hurricane hits, the winds and rain can wreak havoc on your home's roof.

Most houses have a central place where they store medications and other smaller items that are used in the morning and at night. However, these medicine cabinets wear down over time and will often need to be replaced. When you replace your medicine cabinet, you might want to consider upgrading it to something that looks cooler than what you currently have. Here are some ideas to consider. 1. Chalkboard Medicine Cabinet

If your gas hot water heater won't heat or stay lit, the thermocouple may need replacing. The thermocouple is a safety device that cuts off gas from the water heater in case the pilot goes out. The sensor helps it detect when the pilot light is out. When the thermocouple malfunctions, it will transmit incorrect signals to the gas valve which the gas valve misinterprets as the pilot light is out.