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The artist behindLower Hutt's Legoretaining wall put paint to concrete for the first time in months following a holiday and some "sick leave".

A rainbow stripe over the face of one of the Lego characters on the wall at the foot of the Wainuiomata hillwas added on Sunday eveningsignalling the return of the artist known as Block Vandal.

The artist, who does not want his identity revealed,had not added to the wall since December having gone on holiday and then brokenhis collarbone in a cycling accident.

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"It feels good to be contributing to the community again."

He'dreceiveda few messagesover summerfrompeople asking about his absenceandsaid everyonehad been very supportive.

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Street artist Block Vandal made his latest addition to the Wanuiomata Lego wall on Sunday evening after three months of holidays and 'sick leave'.

The latest addition was a nod to the rainbow community during pride month.

"The projecthas always been about our people. It's just to acknowledgediversityin ourcommunity - everyone deserves love."

Over a dozencharacters feature on the wall includingLego Batman, Deadpool andWyldstyle.

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Block Vandal has been transforming the blocks in a retaining wall at the foot of Wainuiomata Hill into Lego heads since last year. The wall now features about a dozen characters.

Block Vandal said he had plenty of time on hisfurlough to develop some new ideas for the wall and would continue to scan social media for suggestions.

Havingmissedall the prime painting weather over summer hewas keen to make up for lost time.

He was unsure if his ambitionto paint one concrete blockeachweek wasoverlyambitious with a nigglycollarbone but would be doing his best to bring colour back into people's lives.

* Block Vandal's work can be seen onhis instagram accountblock_vandal_.

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EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating is now offering financing options for all customers seeking AC repair in The Woodlands, TX, and the surrounding areas.

The Woodlands, TX, March 05, 2020 --(PR.com)-- No two customers are the same, and they shouldnt be. Because of this, EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating makes an effort to accommodate all different types of customers. For this reason, they are now offering financing opportunities for customers interested in AC repair in The Woodlands, TX, and the surrounding areas. They have partnered with Wells Fargo Financial National Bank in order to make this initiative possible, and they believe that it will help many customers get the help that they need. The goal is to provide options that allow for low monthly payments, good interest rates, and flexibility that can cater to many different customers. The goal is to provide vital services to customers who need them and to provide affordable ways to obtain them.

EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating has been working with customers to find the different pain points they experience when dealing with an HVAC provider. They have spoken to different people in order to isolate major problems and offer solutions. One of the problems with repairs, especially emergency repairs, is that no one is ever ready for them, says Jonathan, resident of The Woodlands, TX. Because of this, no one can guarantee that they will have the cash to pay for repairs right when they need them, but the repairs still have to be done. Financing options are something that can definitely make this easier for some of us. EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating takes all feedback to heart, and they have launched this initiative with the hopes of making repairs more accessible to customers all around the local community.

EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating understands that repairs are things that no one truly plans for. In a perfect world, there would be no need for AC repair in The Woodlands, TX, and the surrounding areas because systems would never break down. But accidents happen, and customers need ways to cope when they do. Working with Wells Fargo Financial National Bank is a great way to keep services affordable and open to everyone looking for them. The team at EZ Comfort can work with any customer looking for financing to find the best short or long term payment plan for their specific needs.

EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating is a certified HVAC organization that has been working with customers in greater Houston for over 12 years. They provide HVAC services such as installations, replacements, repairs, service, maintenance, and tune-ups for all heating and cooling systems, and they are known to be one of the best companies in the local area. Their technicians are all trained and certified to diagnose and solve issues, and they have a reputation for being punctual and thorough with all of their work. For any questions about this announcement or their services, EZ Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating can be reached at (832) 777-0136.

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Cardwell provides preventative maintenance, service, and installation of heating and cooling systems as well as indoor air quality needs. Their trained, licensed and fully vetted HVAC technicians will recommend the best options for the home or office.

Cherry Hill, New Jersey - March 9, 2020 - NJ HVAC Services by Cardwell is listening to homeowners in South Jersey and giving them what they want in a heating and Cooling service and Installation company. They are tired of jobs not being done correctly, over-priced repairs, warranty not covering their problems, small print exclusions and showing up to the property after waiting hours and missing work.

South Jersey residents need to know why they should trust NJ HVAC Services by Cardwell.

This Is Why People Trust Cardwell Above All Other HVAC Service Companies:

During a recent interview, a Cardwell spokesperson made these comments, We make sure to cover our customers repairs when the manufactures warrantee stops. Most HVAC Contractors will provide a 30-day warranty on labor and the manufactures 30-day warranty on parts with a repair.

Here at NJ HVAC Services by Cardwell, we are now covering our customers with repairs for: 365 days on both parts & labor for the replaced part. Up to 12 times longer than most South Jersey HVAC Companies. 12-month 0% financing on any repair over $400 with approval and same day Free 2nd opinion on condemned compressors & cracked heat exchangers.

NJ HVAC Services by Cardwell is committed to giving back to the community. They are involved in the following:

Customer Testimonials tell the story. Take a look at what Sue B., a Verified Customer, had to say, I had a great experience with Cardwell. My initial phone call was returned promptly and an appointment was scheduled that day when my AC stopped running. Brian came and explained everything and had my system up and running in no time. Would recommend giving Cardwell a call if you need service.

This is what Jeanie D., a Verified Customer, had to say, Bob Cardwell from Cardwell Heating & Air Conditioning is the Best! We had had a lot if issues with one of our units that Bob did not install. He was able to contact the manufacturer and get us a new unit for free. It was a lot of time and effort on his part and not his problem. Bob and his employees are always on time and courteous and professional. I would highly recommend Cardwell Heating and Air conditioning to everyone.

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EVERETT The city of Everett compiled a list of building repairs that could cost more than $150 million to finish. The work includes improvements and upkeep to be conducted in the next 20 years, The Everett Herald reported.

Everett is responsible for cleaning, managing and repairing 143 buildings containing more than 1 million square feet of space used for general government, golf and transit operations.

The city paid more than $197,000 to Seattle-based firm MENG Analysis for the 1,800-page study. The study listed problems including cracked concrete, failing cooling and heating units and the need for a backup generator at a fire station.

The analysis ranked whether the repairs should be addressed as a priority, within six years or over the next two decades.

The majority of the repair costs, more than $130 million, would go toward general government buildings including city hall, the Everett Municipal Building and police precincts.

Buildings are not forever, Everett facility manager Jeff Harris said at a city council meeting last week. Its not a mountain or a rock structure. They are semi-permanent structures that need to be maintained over time.

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An HVAC system normally gets a little louder with age but the telltale signs that its time for a new one include a loud humming from the blower, the outside unit is making noise, the furnace makes groaning and banging sounds, and there is a noise before the air conditioning starts.

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When the old HVAC has been making loud noises for a while and seems to be running longer than normal, it may be time to replace it. Arne Johansen, co-owner at Air Rite, the Atascadero heater and air conditioning repair company, said, These two signs are only part of indications its time to replace the old HVAC system.

Johansen and his team have published the top signs that indicate it might be time to consider a new HVAC. The cost of a new system might cause homeowners and commercial property owners to postpone the expense for a few years. But, in the long run, the costs of repairs, higher energy bills, and other expenses are going to add up. A new system is going to offset those additional costs.

Any of the following signs indicate its time for a newer, technologically advanced model.

Regular maintenance and inspections can help to extend the life of any HVAC system, but the time does come when old faithful is just worn out. One advantage of regular inspections is that the technician can give you some options ahead of time. Unless there is an emergency failure requiring immediate replacement, some advance notice gives you time to do some budget planning for a new system.

The initial cost of a new system might seem like a lot, but when weighing the long-term cost of frequent repairs on a system that is failing against a new, advanced system that is going to provide years of performance it becomes apparent that a new system is an investment.

There is a wide range of choices for both residential and commercial HVAC. Seek the assistance of an experienced technical team that can help you determine the quality of air you need for home or business, the efficiency and power usage of the system, and the best comfort levels.

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A green university obviously also wants green greenhouses. For this reason, construction started on a one hundred percent electrical high containment research greenhouse on the campus of Wageningen University & Research at the start of 2019.

Right before Christmas, the greenhouse was fully glazed, so it is now time to furnish the inside of the greenhouse. A special job, seeing as all of the technology is located in the basement. One of the wishes of the researchers who wanted as little shadow as possible in the greenhouse, says Patrick Hollemans of Bosman Van Zaal, which after a tender was chosen to be the main contractor.

The first phase before the renovation of the greenhouse complex at Unifarm consists of four thousand square meters of greenhouse with 63 (!) compartments in it. These vary in size from 16 to 50 square meters.

Each of the compartments can be controlled individually in terms of climate, lighting (in anticipation of the latest developments in the field of LED lighting), and water. This is thanks to the use of their own heating, cooling, and under- and overpressure. However, this does require good isolation, because the compartments in the complex will be used for different types of research next to each other, and these research projects cannot interfere with each other.

The start of construction at the beginning of 2019

Basements The technology that does not need to be hung in the greenhouse has been kept outside of the cultivation space. Thanks to that, maintenance and repair can be conducted more easily, as well as the cleaning of the individual compartments. However, letting in natural light was the most important reason.

Two basement floors have been made as technical corridors underneath the concrete floor, Patrick explains. The three remaining corridors are accessible to the researchers and the students, and two of the corridors are technical corridors. The basements are closed off with metal gratings where the people above the basement can walk on.

View of the basements

A combination of glass types and coatingsBesides the basement the greenhouse is equipped with, the glass used is also notable. Due to the double glazing, the greenhouses, which also have a Heat Cold Storage Installation and a low-temperature network, is extra energy efficient.

Glass supplier Glasimport Greenhouses provided the glass. Jorn Hebels, account manager at the company located in the Dutch Westland, says how through cooperating with different glass manufacturers, the company was able to come up with a full proposal for the project.

For the inner faade, the choice was made to go for single tempered float glass of 6 mm thick. For the outer faade as well as the greenhouse cover, a 22 mm thick insulation glass with a high insulating value combined with high light transmissibility was chosen.

Thanks to the combination of LowE and Anti-reflex coatings with a low-iron glass, the light transmissibility is very high, says Jorn, while the double insulation glass also has a high insulating value which leads to a significant reduction in energy costs.

The special edge sealing of the glass is also sustainable, says Jorn. Its resistant against high levels of sunlight (UV radiation), temperature swings, humidity, and mechanical pressure.

Steel work underway

Highly efficient glass that can take a beating By using tempered glass both indoor and outdoor, the greenhouse, according to both Jorn and Ruud Geerlings of glass producer Scheuten Glas, is very safe for employees, plants, and the equipment inside.

Ruud, who delivered the insulation glass: This greenhouse cover technology is ready for the future in every way. The greenhouse horticulture is being inspected closely in terms of sustainability (energy use), safety, and light output to promote plant growth.

"The ultimate goal is to reach as high as possible efficiency with as little as possible energy (loss), all of which needs to be done in a safe way. This was a big success in the project, making it an excellent example for further developments in the field of sustainable greenhouse horticulture.

On Friday, the 7th of February, the symbolic highest point of the greenhouse was reached, and that had to be celebrated.

Celebration of the highest point at WUR

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Greensboro Roofing Contractor, Braswell Construction Group, honored as Davinci Roofing Project of the Year 2019 winner

GREENSBORO, GA / ACCESSWIRE / March 9, 2020 / Platinum accredited top Georgia Roofer, Braswell Construction Group (BCG), is honored to be selected as the 2019 Davinci Project of the Year Award Winner. This prestigious award is only given to three roofing specialists nationwide. Greensboro GA Top Roofing Contractor, Braswell Construction Group, was selected based on the project featured in the photo. The full feature of the roof transformation project from natural cedar shake shingles to slate composite can be found here: https://www.davinciroofscapes.com/projects-inspiration/project-profiles/composite-slate-provides-worry-free-roofing-solution/.

Braswell Construction Group is recognized as a DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor by DaVinci Roofscape. The program, sponsored by DaVinci RoofScapes, was established to facilitate relations with select contractors in recognition of their expertise and experience in installing and maintaining DaVinci synthetic slate and shake roofing systems. To gain acceptance into the program, contractors must be nominated or approved by their respective territory manufacturer's representative.

"DaVinci is known for the best synthetic roofing products on the market today. We are honored to be part of the program and humbled to be chosen as a 2019 Project of the Year Award Winner," says Chris Braswell, owner of Braswell Construction Group. "Synthetic roofing materials is becoming more widely recognized as the preferred roofing material because it is not only aesthetically pleasing, but it stands up to the harshest weather challenges. We love that we are able to offer our customers the best array of products to choose from while providing quality installation and unparalleled customer service."

More information is available at https://www.braswellconstructiongroup.com

BCG has been locally owned and operated since 2002, and prides itself on its high-quality craftsmanship, exceptional customer service, and professional acumen. They have a reputation for always completing its roofing and restoration projects on time and on budget while providing customized service, top-notch customer service, and unparalleled workmanship.

Braswell Construction Group has been featured several times in both Yahoo Finance, ABC, FOX, among many others as an industry leader and the top Roofing Contractor in the state of Georgia. You can learn more about BCG and their high-standing reputation via this past features here: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/best-roofer-greensboro-ga-awarded-090500179.html

One attribute that separates Braswell Construction Group from other Greensboro roofing contractors is that they are recognized with the elite status of Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractors. To qualify for this exclusive position, BCG not only met the highest standard requirements but exceeded them in all areas of their trade. Once named as an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, the provider is considered among the best in the industry.

Braswell Construction Group operates from four Georgia locations to service homeowners with all their roofing and restoration needs in Covington/Conyers, Stone Mountain, Atlanta, Greensboro/Lake Oconee, and their respective surrounding areas. Chris Braswell, his wife of 17 years and their daughter happily reside in Greensboro, GA where they work, live and play. The Braswell family is extremely involved in all aspects of the local Greensboro community with their business location at 1051 Village Park Dr., conveniently situated off Lake Oconee Parkway.

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HUBER HEIGHTS, Ohio (WDTN) A roofing company out of Huber Heights just got back from helping people in Tennessee who are recovering from last weeks tornadoes.

The group of four men delivered supplies and helped with cleanup, and said the devastation was all too familiar to the Miami Valley after the Memorial Day tornadoes.

Adam Stanley, the sales manager of Advanced Roofing, Felipe Linares-Serrano, the owner of Advanced Roofing, and two other members of one of their roofing crews went to Tennessee on Friday and just got back Sunday night.

We went just because we know what its like to have that type of loss like weve had here in Dayton in the last year, said Stanley.

Stanley told 2 NEWS Monday morning that they delivered supplies, cleaning materials, food, and water to the devastated areas. He said the response has been extraordinary, adding that by the time they arrived, most of the damaged roofs had already been tarped, so they helped in other ways like assisting with debris cleanup.

Its going to be years before that area is back to normal again, said Stanley. That storm was about a quarter-mile wide and it stretched 60 miles, so its a wide swath of devastation down there.

Stanley said he went and helped after hail storms in that area but the damage this time was in a league of its own.

When everything youve worked your whole life for is in ruins, its tough, said Stanley. You know the saddest part was, as we were clearing debris, anything personal was set to the side. Memorabilia, photos, personal items, things like that, almost every house had a little pile.

But he said what has stuck with him and the others that responded, is the Tennesseans resiliency.

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In the U.S. and Canada, homeowners are gearing up for spring and summer exterior home improvements, including re-roofing projects.

This is also a time when a massive amount of waste is created, due to the removal and disposal of old asphalt roof shingles. As the most common type of roofing material, approximately 11 million tons of worn-out asphalt shingle roofing waste is dumped into landfills every year, representing a whopping 8% of the total building-related waste stream in the U.S.

To reduce the environmental impact and save on re-roofing labor costs, experts say, the fact is, an old asphalt roof doesnt necessarily have to be removed in order to install a new roof. Thanks to its lighter weight, metal is one of the only roofing materials that can be installed directly over asphalt. The benefits of doing so not only include preventing waste, but also the savings from reduced labor and tear-off costs and increased long-term energy efficiency.

According to the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), the leading nonprofit trade organization representing the industry, its the lower weight and greater resiliency of metal roofing material (50 lbs. per 100 square feet for aluminum and 80 to 100 lbs. for steel, as compared to nearly 275 to 425 lbs. per 100 square feet for asphalt) that makes it suitable for installing over asphalt without adding too much weight for a homes structure. It also increases insulation properties, resulting in energy savings.Every year, we receive questions from homeowners who are rightly concerned about all the waste and mess that comes from removing their old asphalt roofs, asking if they can install longer lasting metal over their existing roofs to help reduce waste and avoid having to re-roof again in the future, said Renee Ramey, MRA Executive Director. In many cases, the answer is yes, and there are plenty of great reasons for doing so.

Warranties offered on quality metal roofing systems installed over asphalt shingles are not typically impacted as long as the roof is properly installed, which is not the case when it comes to installing a second layer of asphalt over an old shingle roof. Thats because heat gain can impact the integrity of asphalt shingles and cause the new second layer of roofing to deteriorate much faster, while high temperatures will not impact quality metal roofing systems or finishes.

Other considerations for installing a new metal roof over asphalt include:Layer limits: Most building codes allow for only two layers of roofing. Metal can typically be installed directly over a single-layer asphalt roof, but tear-off may be necessary for roofs that have more layers.Structure soundness: If the old asphalt roof has severe damage, deteriorating decking, or buckling, complete removal may be unavoidable before a new roof can be installed.Underlayment essentials: The proper underlayment should always be used when installing a new metal roof, including over an old asphalt roof. Use the recommended underlayment in accordance with the manufacturers instructions to help protect the new metal roof.Pro perspective: Homeowners need to know that working with an experienced, qualified installer insures that quality materials and proper installation methods are used. This is a prime reason for roofers to become members of organizations and trade groups that advocate for industry quality standards.Above and beyond benefits: Because quality metal roofs last much longer, are more durable and energy efficient, and can be 100% recycled at the end of their long lives, the sustainability and savings benefits are multiplied by installing directly over an old asphalt roof. By saving on removal and tear-off, homeowners can also increase their value by applying that savings to upgrading their roof quality to ensure long-term reliability and performance, low-maintenance, and increased protection.

For a homeowner, leaving their old shingles in place can actually make the home more energy efficient and resilient, said Todd Miller, president of Isaiah Industries, an MRA member and well-known industry expert. But perhaps more importantly, it means they can use the money they save on old roof removal and disposal to invest in an upgraded metal roof for their home. Sometimes, those savings allow them to buy the better roof they really want.

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