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    The Safe Use Of Man Lifts
    Man lifts, also called scissor lifts, are incredibly useful in construction. They are compact and nimble, and can create an aerial platform on which to work in areas that larger machinery cannot access. Sheet metal workers and plumbers can assemble lines of ducts or pipe on the ground and lift them into place, instead of assembling them piece by piece in the air, balancing precariously on ladders. Electricians can use man lifts to install electric lines without the need of ascending and descending ladders constantly.

    Non-Basement Solutions To Waterproofing Your Basement
    According to a study by the University of Toronto, in an average year insurance agencies in Canada pay $1.7 billion in claims due to water damage. Recently, an upswing in extreme weather events has increased the incidence of basement flooding in Canada to more than two times what it was a decade ago. While the costs of repairing a flooded basement can range anywhere from $500 to $10,000, one thing is certain--no matter how extensive the damage is, no one wants to deal with the cleanup.

    Three Common Home Furnace Myths, And The Real Truth Behind Them
    If there's one area of a home that people often seek to cut costs, it's the energy bill. Thanks to modern technologies, this is easier than ever. But unfortunately, there are some common myths about your home furnace that have persisted over time. When you take the time to learn the real truth behind these myths, you could actually end up saving a little money on your home heating costs.

    How To Dig A Backyard Pond
    If you are tired of how your backyard looks, one easy way to add some extra visual appeal to it is by adding a pond. With a few free days, you could rent a backhoe and dig the pond yourself. Figuring Out Pond Placement Before you go and rent a backhoe, you first need to figure out where you want to place the pond. Think about how you use your backyard. Do not place the pond in a high traffic area.

    Diagnosing Damage To An Asphalt-Shingle Roof
    If you are looking for a roofing material that will keep your initial costs low, you should definitely consider installing an asphalt-shingle roof on your home. Asphalt shingles are the least expensive roofing material in terms of initial cost. While they come with a small cost, they are not as durable as other options such as metal roofing; thus, when you buy an asphalt-shingle roof, you need to be ready to inspect your roof regularly for weather damage.

    Off-The-Charts Efficiency: The Case For A Ground-Source Heat Pump
    Running a furnace to keep your home warm through the cold of winter adds up—in fact, it can be your most costly appliance. While installing a ground-source heat pump comes with a high initial cost, you will save money and keep your costs low by the unmatched efficiency of a ground-source heat pump.  How a Heat Pump Works A heat pump will use a set of evaporator coils to cool the air flowing into your home in order to cool your home through the summer.

    Choosing A Roofing Material
    Choosing a roofing material for your new home can be stressful because there are so many options, and so many different opinions, but essentially it comes down to your desired aesthetic, price range, and climate. Here are a few of the most popular roofing options, along with their pros and cons: Asphalt Shingles Asphalt is the most commonly found roofing material in most of the world. Asphalt can be found in any color you could possibly want, is extremely easy to install, and is therefore cheap to install.

    3 Tips For Saving Money On Driveway Paving
    Having your driveway paved is a wonderful way to provide a better driving surface for your vehicle, to make your property look better and to improve your home's property value, but it can get costly. If you are looking for ways to save money on driveway paving, give these tips a try. If you do, you can save a decent amount of money while still making improvements to your property.