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Gas Tank: Bury underground or on the side of the house?
  • by Dawn Osolinski

Gas Tank: Bury underground or on the side of the house?

What you should know Thinking about building a new home with an outdoor gas tank? This decision comes with two options. Option one: placing the tank on a concrete slab like we did! Option two: placing the tank away from...

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Consider these 3 things when choosing a bathtub
  • by Dawn Osolinski

Consider these 3 things when choosing a bathtub

What you should know Deciding which tub you prefer is kind of tricky. They come in different shapes and sizes. Some factors to consider when purchasing your relaxation station is where to mount the faucet, the best location for an...

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4 mistakes I made when I built my house
  • by Dawn Osolinski

4 mistakes I made when I built my house

What you should know Don’t make these mistakes when building your new home! Using PVC on gutter drains provide a more durable solution to drain the gutter water. Including a hot water hose bib outside would have been beneficial for...

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7 must-have garage features
  • by Dawn Osolinski

7 must-have garage features

What you should know Want the Ultimate dream garage? Here’s a few features to include: floor drains, side mount garage door opener, a car charging outlet, extra lighting, high outlet fan, epoxy floors, and a sink. The floor drains help...

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Spray foam insulation in the attic
  • by Dawn Osolinski

Spray foam insulation in the attic

What you should know Spray foam insulation is great in attics because it drastically reduces the temperature in the attic, where in the south the HVAC system is located. Controlling the temperatures with spray foam will extend the life of...

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5 must-have outlets for your next house
  • by Dawn Osolinski

5 must-have outlets for your next house

Recap Fireplace mantel outlet High closet outlet - Vacuum Under soffit outlets - Christmas Lights High garage outlet - wall mounted fan Pantry outlets

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