Category : Architecture : Home & Garden

How to Remove Slate Siding

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Slate siding is a shingle-type siding that was manufactured and used in the early twentieth century. This siding commonly contained asbestos, and its manufacture and use were discontinued in the late 1900s. Because of this, you should check with your local waste management department to determine wh

How Does Drain Tile Work?

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In agriculture, when water has to be removed from the subsurface of soil, it is referred to as tile drainage. Tile drainage is the opposite of irrigation, the process of adding water to soil. While irrigation brings the moisture levels of soil up, tile drainage brings the moisture levels...

Venting for Barrel Roofs

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Barrel roofs are commonly found on commercial buildings. Rarely will you find one on a home, but occasionally a residence will have a barrel roof. Ventilation is essential no matter what type of roof is installed. Vents allow the air to circulate out of the attic. Without proper ventilation, moistur

How to Make a Bathroom Safer

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According to the Home Safety Council, more than 5 million people are injured in the U.S. by falls in and around the home each year. A large number of these accidents occur in the bathroom. Taking the time to assess the risks and dangers in your family bathroom could prevent an accident or even a m

How Do I Recycle Shingles?

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Recycling asphalt roof shingles is just one way of reducing waste and helping the environment. The United States generates 11 million tons of waste asphalt shingles per year. Recycled shingles can be used to make new shingles and to improve roads, reducing the cost of the asphalt used in road pavin