The Friendly Contractor’s Blog

Posted on: 20 December 2021

Deciding to add a swimming pool to your property will involve a major change to your landscaping and a sizable investment. Making sure that you are getting the best results for your budget for this process will require you to be well-informed about some of the swimming pool design myths that you might have heard about. Myth: It Is Difficult To Make A Pool More Attractive There is an assumption that a swimming pool will always be a fairly unattractive addition to make to your property.
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Posted on: 8 November 2021

Are you considering investing in a home? There are lots of both used and new options available on the market, but which should you choose? Here are a few good reasons to consider buying new instead of used: No Need to Worry About Inspections One great reason to consider investing in a brand-new home is to increase your peace of mind in knowing that the place is in good shape and not in danger of developing damage of any kind.
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Posted on: 29 October 2021

Your home's boiler heating system relies on a circulator pump to cycle the water through the radiators. When that circulator pump fails, it can leave your system working inefficiently or not working at all. Understanding how to deal with circulator pump issues is the first step toward keeping your home's heating system functioning all winter long. Here's a look at some of the things that you should know about boiler pump issues and the signs that you need to replace yours.
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Posted on: 28 September 2021

Most people are capable of unrolling a batt of insulation across their attic floor. If you've ever done this yourself, you might think the idea of hiring someone to install your insulation is a bit silly. But there are definitely situations in which hiring an insulation company is warranted. If you're in any of the situations below, hiring an insulation professional is a smart choice. 1. You have old, moldy insulation to remove.
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