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February 9, 2014 by
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Home Security 2014 - Free Anti-Virus
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February 9, 2014 by
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Charlotte, North Carolina (PRWEB) February 09, 2014
Often homeowners are focused on finding tips pertaining to the installation of a home security or alarm system, but security systems need to be removed in some instances as well. A few common reasons a homeowner may need to remove a system would be if theyre planning a move, or if they want to upgrade or replace an existing system.
Its certainly possible to remove a system, or components of a system, without causing damage to the wiring or the walls. Hardwired systems are definitely harder to remove than wireless security systems, however, which is why theyre becoming the most popular type of system.
The team at SecuritySystemReviews.com, a site that provides reviews of top security companies and equipment, including updated wireless security system reviews, has put together a few tips to ease the removal of a system.
1.Before doing any removal, contact the alarm monitoring company, and alert them that the system will be removed. The reason for this is because when a wire is disconnected or cut, or power is cut off to a security system, the alarm company will automatically dispatch the authorities.
2.Avoid tripping the siren. Most alarm systems have sirens that are located on a separate current from the rest of the system, so its usually necessary to disconnect the power that runs to the main portion of the security system, as well as the siren power supply.
3.Remove the control panel of the system lastthis is where all the other wiring for the system is located. Its easiest to install another panel in the same location, but if for some reason a homeowner isnt planning to install a new security system, the wiring thats behind the panel should be capped off.
4.If the battery pack of the system, which is located behind the systems control cabinet, is still in good condition, it can be reused for a security system replacement or upgrade. If a control cabinet isnt being reinstalled, or is being put in a new location, as with the control panel wiring, cap these wires as well.
5.For adhesive components, like door and window sensors, it may be necessary to use rubbing alcohol to fully remove them.
6.If a homeowner is planning to install or upgrade the security system, its probably best to leave all of the existing wiring in-place, rather than removing it. The reasons for this is because unless wiring is badly damaged, it can probably be used for the installation of a new security system, unless of course a homeowner is installing a wireless system. Even for the installation of wireless security systems, it may be best to wait until a professional installation company has visited, to determine whether or not the wiring should be removed.
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February 9, 2014 by
Mr HomeBuilder
Another year, another step closer to the promise of a smart home that can anticipate our needs and respond to our commands. Here are some of the best new smart home technologies on the market this year.
Skydrop Sprinkler Controller
A lush, green lawn is the result of steady and even watering all summer long. But sometimes the weather doesnt co-operate, which can throw off your watering schedule and leave you with a parched or over-watered grass. The Skydrop Sprinkler Controller is a wifi enabled watering system that takes the day-to-day fluctuations in the weather into account. By pulling down local weather data from the companys cloud service, the Skydrop can figure out how much moisture was lost below the surface by factoring in precipitation, temperature and sunshine. The device then builds an automated watering schedule that allows your lawn to get the perfect amount of water.
Petnet
Caring for a pet can be a real joy, but if you have a busy schedule, you know it can also be a bit of a pain. The Petnet is an automated pet feeder that you can control from your smartphone, allowing you to deliver dinner to your dog or cat even when you have to work late. If youre going to be away for a few days, you can also set up an automated feeding schedule, sparing you the expense of hiring someone to look after your pet. And if your pet has put on a few pounds in the last few years, the Petnet can give you feeding insights based on your pets breed and age that allow you to track caloric intake so you can adjust your animals feeding regimen.
Canary
A home security system is a great way to keep your home and family safe, but the installation and high cost of monthly fees are real drawbacks for many people. Canary looks to simplify the home security system with a device that requires no installation and no fees. Simply place the sensor in your home, connect it to your home wifi network and youll be able to start tracking home security on your phone. The devices built-in camera, night vision and motion sensor can alert you if there is an intruder. For an added layer of protection, Canary also packs in environmental sensors which can track things like indoor air quality and humidity.
Sense Mother
Smart home technology is cool, but it can also feel a little cold. Senses Mother is a smart home device that looks to bring a little warmth to the smart home industry. Featuring a suite of sensors, Senses Mother is your homes base station, and the Motion Cookies are small wearable sensors that can track your activity and behaviors. You can train the devices to monitor a wide range of personal and household tasks like checking to see if you watered the plants, making sure you took your medication, monitoring if youve left the fridge door open, and reminding you if you havent had enough water today.
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February 9, 2014 by
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February 9, 2014 by
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Bath Michigan Slider Windows Installation
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February 9, 2014 by
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Don #39;t neglect your gutters: Hire someone or do-it-yourself
Cleaning gutters isn #39;t a fun chore, but clearing them a regular basis can prolong the life of your gutters and downspouts. Skipping gutter cleaning can lead ...
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February 9, 2014 by
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A clean gutter is designed to draw water away from a home's foundation, according to Do It Yourself.com. When a gutter overflows with debris, it may also cause roof damage.
A gutter cleaning service may be priced by the square footage of the home, or the linear foot of gutter.Typical costs:
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We have a two story colonial with a garage in Wrentham MA and pay $300.00 for gutter cleaning twice a year and have no gutter or water problems with a 20 year old house.
You get what you pay for. Lowest price is not always the best price.
I had 80 ft of gutters cleaned and a few brackets where it sagged before. Also had the guards put on even though the contractor told me nylon mesh were the worst. He recommended the slotted ones and now I know why. These cheap plastic ones break apart in the gutter but still worked for a year.
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February 9, 2014 by
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This large, classic colonial stone house was built in 1930 in Bingham Farms, a tiny area of fine houses on big lots, winding streets and woods. It stands on more than four acres with a fountain, two gazebos, a bridge, a second small house and a showplace colonial-style garden, built to mimic Mt. Vernon.
It comes with a heck of a pedigree. The man who built it was industrialist George Kennedy, a golfing friend of Henry Ford and head of auto supplier Kelsey-Hayes.
Kennedy hired that eras esteemed residential architect Wallace Frost to design his home, now listed at $2,975,000. But before it was done, he quarreled with Frost, fired him and hired Albert Kahn.
Although the house is pushing 85, its on only its second owner. Kennedy stayed till he was 90. Then 37 years ago, he sold it to Carole and John OGurek.
But Kennedy didnt let go easily, Carole OGurek said. A strong-willed man even at 90, hed drop in to visit the family, usually on slim notice. Hed pull up with his chauffeur. Hed march in and look around, she said. Hed note their changes and tell them which ones he didnt like.
Carole OGurek and her late husband were history buffs who had toured most of the founding fathers homes. From those visits, she said, We recognized how well this architecture copied that 18th-Century design.
That includes the deep colonial woodwork, the wainscoting, the set-back mullioned windows, the heavily trimmed front entrance.
When you enter there, you are in a large foyer that includes a graceful curving staircase. To one side is a walnut-paneled sitting room, to the other side a 20-by-40-foot living room that runs from the front of the house to the back. The owners bedroom is directly above it and the same size.
The OGureks enlarged the original kitchen, which had been a beat-up little place used only by staff. From the kitchen, a second smaller staircase leads up to three bedrooms and a bath over the garage, also meant for staff. Carole OGurek, a tutor, made that into a place to meet students.
They added a three-season sun room off the living room that combines stone structure with three sides of screens and storms. When I sit out there, I can hear my fountain, she said.
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February 9, 2014 by
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Feng Shui - Paula Margarido programa #39;O Nosso Tempo #39; RTP 1 de 12/3/2013
Como aplicar o Feng Shui numa casa e na decorao/arquitectura, arquitecta e consultora de Feng Shui Paula Margarido site: http://www.alinktobalance.com.
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February 9, 2014 by
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White Fences Superbowl Show
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