Meridian, Miss. Members of Multi-County Community Service Agency were out on 45th Avenue in Meridian helping weatherize a home Thursday. If you did not already know Oct. 30 is National Weatherization Day. MCCSA members along with the help of the Navy were out hammering and taping insulation getting the home ready for any type of weather.

They are going to be shooting insulation through the house, through the roof and they say it is going to be going through the walls. And they are remodeling some of the windows because this is a very old house, said Edna Walker, the homeowner.

The reason why MCCSA was out weatherizing Walker's home was to help increase its energy efficiency. The weatherization program is possible due to a grant to help the elderly, disabled, and families with children. This home was being prepped to help save the homeowner money during the year.

We are trying to wrap a blanket around this house, but what we call a blanket. We are putting insulation in the attic. We are putting insulation in the walls. We are putting insulation up under the bottom of the house, because what our job is to help this client save on its energy bills, explained Freddie McCoy Weatherization Director with the MCCSA.

McCoy says that there are ways that any homeowner can weatherize their home and help lower your electric bill.

When you blow a balloon up and when you poke a hole in a balloon, it leaks. A house is just like a balloon. We pressurize a house just to see how much pressure a house can hold. And if a house can hold no pressure it is because it has a lot of air leaks. And that is what you want to do you want to stop up the cracks, explained McCoy.

Well, I feel pretty good for them to come and help me. It is a blessing for somebody to come and help others said Walker.

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By COURTNEY GREISBACHJune 24, 2010, 9:49 p.m.

TWO hundred jobs at the East Devonport Tascot carpet factory are at risk.

TWO hundred jobs at the East Devonport Tascot carpet factory are at risk after a decision by the Federal Government to alter the national standard for the installation of carpets in public buildings. Already passed through the Lower House and now sitting with the Senate, the new regulations would see all carpet installed in any public building, including apartments, not exceeding 6mm in pile height. The regulation would only be waived in free-standing residential buildings. Tascot chief executive officer Charles Szakiel said the change in regulations would mean an end for the East Devonport factory. "It would just blow our woven carpet out the window. "We couldn't participate in any public commercial market place ... we will be effectively wiped out." The change in the pile height is to ease the movement of wheelchairs over the surface. "There is no evidence to justify ... to support the fact that 6mm is a magic number that must be adhered to because all of a sudden it creates a problem for wheelchair access." Mr Szakiel said Tascot has carpet in use all over Australia, including Parliament House, and to date there had been no complaints. "Even in Canberra's Parliament House it is 7.5mm pile height and has underlay underneath. It is just nonsense, absolute nonsense." The new regulations would also not allow the use of underlay, something Mr Szakiel said would see the demise of some hotels and cinemas. "If you look at a five-star hotel or cinema and they have to use very, very thin carpet with no underlay, their clientele would basically be wiped." Mr Szakiel said he is amazed the regulations have been developed without consultation with the industry. Tasmanian Liberal Senator Richard Colbeck yesterday moved a motion in the Senate to disallow the regulations. "I understand the Government completely failed to consult with the carpet industry on this national standard change and since publishing the change it has been unable to provide the industry with any reason for adopting the 6mm height." Federal Member for Braddon Sid Sidebottom said the standards have been the subject of consultation for a decade, culminating in an inquiry by the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs last year. "Neither Senator Colbeck nor the Carpet Institute of Australia nor Tascot Templeton Carpets Pty Ltd made a submission or gave evidence to that inquiry." Mr Sidebottom said companies have the opportunity to demonstrate compliance by showing that a wheelchair can move over carpet with an 8mm pile height as freely as it does over a 6mm pile height. Mr Sidebottom said he will work with Tascot to help demonstrate the ability of its carpets to satisfy the standard.

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Park City, Utah (PRWEB) October 31, 2014

Kalia Flooring and Design Center, a flooring company in Park City, is known amongst Northern Utah residents for offering flooring choices for varying needs. In addition to their wide range of carpets, rugs, tile choices and installation services, the company is proud to announce the inclusion of hardwood flooring installation to their service portfolio.

Kalia Flooring Founder, Scott Heath, comments. "Hardwood floors are definitely aesthetically pleasing. They have always been a popular choice amongst our retail customers. We're proud to now offer quality installation to compliment our retail side of hardwood flooring."

Hardwood floors in Utah come in different varieties that make them applicable for any customer's aesthetic or functional needs. Customers can choose from engineered hardwood or solid hardwood choices. There is very little difference aesthetically but the engineered types are more eco-friendly and less expensive. Engineered wood floors are designed to install over concrete to mitigate moisture issues, and offer a balance of affordability and style. This means that installing engineered floors is an option for any room in your home.

Kalia represents industry leading floor manufacturer's and stand behind them with a guarantee for years to come. Solid hardwood floors offer durability and upwards of a 50-year warranty. However, don't be surprised if new hardwood floors lasts for over 100 years. Additionally, a few thousand dollar investment towards real solid hardwood flooring often translates into a gain of tens of thousands of dollars in a home's equity.

Even with exceptional quality products, Kalia Flooring also regularly updates their customers on how to make the most out of their investment. With winter already approaching, Kalia Flooring recommends enhancing customer's hardwood floor lifespans by taking advantage of "whole home" humidifiers. These effective units install on a home's furnace and help re-moisturize the dry air that's blown out by furnaces. By balancing the dry winter air with a bit of moisture it helps mitigate cracking over the life of hardwood floors.

When it comes to choosing hardwood flooring, quality is a good start. However, choosing a Utah floor company that not only sells quality hardwood flooring but will also properly install it is the best scenario to maximize your investment. To learn more about how hardwood flooring can enhance a home and increase property value visit kaliafloors.com or call 1-801-263-9600.

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Covington, GA (PRWEB) October 30, 2014

Building materials manufacturer NyloBoard, LLC, announced it has received its Code Compliance Research Report (CCRR) 0183 from Architectural Testing, Inc. for NyloPorch, its new tongue and groove (T&G) porch board developed for porch floor applications. NyloBoards composite building materials products are made using 100 percent recycled carpet fiber and contain no wood or PVC.

The CCRR confirms NyloPorchs compliance with ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria, AC-174 and ASTM D 7032. Receiving the CCRR demonstrates that NyloPorch has met the rigorous requirements set forth by the International Code Council (ICC), who ensures the safety and reliability of building products and provides safeguards for people at home, at school and in the workplace. The report further documents compliance with the requirements of the 2012 International Building Code (IBC), 2012 International Residential Code (IRC).

Meeting these code requirements ensures that NyloPorch upholds the highest standards for safety and reliability, said Stuart Dimery, NyloPorch national product manager at NyloBoard. NyloPorch is an exceptionally high-performing tongue and groove (T&G) porch board alternative to what is currently available.

NyloPorch is rated for a uniform live load of 100 lbs./psf when installed on support framing spaced at up to 24 inches, making it one of the strongest porch flooring products on the market. The porch flooring is also backed by extensive testing and a 25-Year Fade and Stain Warranty in addition to a 25-year Limited Residential Warranty.

NyloPorch offers features that contractors and homeowners enjoy with the companys successful NyloDeck decking product. Its unique material composition using recycled carpet fiber means that NyloPorch is impervious to moisture, mold, mildew and termites. It eliminates concerns about swelling and shrinking due to moisture, as well as splitting and cupping that can occur with wood. NyloPorch also possesses the best expansion and contraction rate of all composites.

With its strength, durability and natural wood appearance, NyloPorchs proven material properties are unmatched in todays marketplace. And with NyloPorch and NyloDeck, you can design a smooth transition from porch to deck, with the same attractive look and colors, added Dimery. It is also noteworthy that NyloDeck and NyloPorch are the only products with a code compliance report that specifically allows for diagonal installation at 16 centers.

NyloPorch is available in six popular colors: Mountain Mocha, Saddle Rose, Desert Spice and Coastal Mist (with special order colors Newport White and Harbor Gray). Widths include the traditional 3-1/8 face or a wider 5-1/8 profile for a more contemporary look. Due to greater coverage per square foot, the available 5-1/8 face of NyloPorch translates into more than a 30 percent reduction in time, labor and fasteners.

In August, NyloPorch was named one of the 100 Best New Products 2014 by Professional Remodeler magazine, a leading business resource for the remodeling and home improvement market. NyloPorch was selected as one of best of the best among the thousands of products introduced in the past 12 months.

A full copy of the CCRR 0183 is available on NyloBoards Web site at http://www.Nyloboard.com.

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Leola, PA (PRWEB) October 30, 2014

Eagle Wings Business Network, LLC offers basement finish and remodeling in the Downingtown Pennsylvania and Wilmington Delaware area. Rueben Stoltzfus and his team of well qualified personnel have over 30 years of experience in construction industry. They work with customers closely to transform their unused basement space; into a living space they are able to entertain guest and unwind from the day.

Eagle Wings Business Network work very closely with their customers, to ensure the customer receives the basement that meets their interest and needs. With the unique and inspired creativity of Eagle Wings Business Network professionals, the possibilities for a basement upgrade or renovation are simply endless.

John H. speaks highly about Eagles Wings Business Network and the experience he had with refinishing his basement.

An advantage to Eagle Wings Business Network is that they have experts in every aspect in finishing a basement. I didnt have to worry about bringing in different independent business; it was all well managed in a professional technique. The communication and the attention to detail was there to serve my needs. Personally, it is important to work with someone you trust and someone that has the communication and the attention to the small details to ensure the project is done correctly.

Eagle Wings Business Network is a well-established business; they specialize in hardscape, landscape, decks, home additions, roofs over decks, and more. Rueben and his team dedicated their careers to creating an outdoor living areas and remodeling customers homes to create an environment they can unwind and entertain their guest.

Eagle Wings Business Network partners with a network of companies to serve their customers with great quality and experience throughout the process of remodeling their home. The network of businesses (Keystone Business Network, KBN) ranges from well qualified flooring professionals to certified electricians. Each business including Eagle Wings Business Network has been in partnership for years to enhance the experience of remodeling each basement. With great relationships between every business the customer is ensured that communication and attention to detail is carried throughout the project. Eagles Wings Business aims to serve their customers with a great experience throughout the remodeling process; in parenting with this network of businesses, Eagle Wings Business Network is sure the customer is completely pleased with the results.

Media Contact Sam Stoltzfus 717-556-0741 info(at)ewbn(dot)net

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After years of planning and playing musical chairs between buildings, Pitkin County and city of Aspen officials are ready to spend nearly $60 million to rectify space issues in the county courthouse, City Hall and elsewhere.

Under the countys facilities plan, the sheriffs office would move from the courthouse, where it has been located for 130 years, into a new structure immediately west of the jail, County Manager Jon Peacock said Thursday.

The roughly $20 million project calls for a 17,000- to 18,000-square-foot building, and the gutting and remodeling of the courthouse, which will get a third courtroom to handle an increased civil docket. The assessor and treasurer departments also are to be housed in the new building as the courthouse will be completely devoted to judicial services. A public meeting space would be included in the new building as well.

Obviously were short on those because were begging, borrowing and stealing from everyone we can at this point just to hold our regular public meetings, Peacock said, noting that county elections staff have taken over the county commissioners regular meeting room.

A facilities master planning process conducted in 2006 established space deficiencies across the county, particularly in the public safety realm.

If you think about it, the sheriffs department has been in the same building for the last 130 years, Peacock said. The practice and professionalism of law enforcement has changed a lot in that time.

There are different standards for evidence storage, and how and where interviews with victims and witnesses are conducted, for instance. The recession impacted putting the 2006 recommendations into place, but the Nancy Pfister homicide case earlier this year laid bare the current shortcomings of the sheriffs office infrastructure. Witnesses and relatives of the victim often sat in the hallway as other members of the public passed by, and investigators were forced to buy two large shipping containers to store evidence.

Design work for the proposed building is projected for next year, with construction to begin in 2016.

Were serious about addressing these needs, Peacock said.

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Outdoor Lighting

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Cheadle Hulme House Remodel by Manchester Architects Grant Erskine Architects
Four Options to open up the back of our clients existing Victorian Town House. Which is your favourite?

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Aquatic Insects: Voracious predators, architects, and environmental indicators
Aquatic insects: voracious predators, architects, and environmental indicators. Join Cornell University Naturalist Outreach students for a lively tour of the remarkable diversity of bird feeding...

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The monkfish and the waterwolf - NIO Architects
Een filmpje van de #39;verdiepte ligging #39; (oost) op de A4 nabij Leiderdorp. Ontworpen door NIO architects. Gefilmd door Annemiek van Eeden, AVEfotografie (www.avefotografie.com)

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