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Solar Panels The most common way to install solar panels is on your roof or on a ground mounted system. Solar panels are are used to convert incoming sunlight into electricity. Many people install solar panels to save thousands of dollars over their lifetime. The cost of solar panels has dropped 70% over the last 10 […]

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Synthetic Stucco is known as exterior Insulating and Finish System.Homes with synthetic stucco are often very beautiful and offer energy savings, but there are many problems associated with synthetic stuccoSynthetic stucco is made of 3 layers, which include the insulation layer, base coat and finish coat.Water that gets trapped in synthetic stucco causes serious problems. […]

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aluminum wiringMany people ask if aluminum wire is safe and if it should be replaced. It is safe, doesn’t need to be replaced but it is good to be aware of the problems of aluminum wiring1. Aluminum wire is very soft. This creates local hot spots and overheating2.  When aluminum wire rusts, it makes the wire […]

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