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  document.write("<b>Prevent Mildew Buildup</b><br>");
  document.write(":: May 01, 2011<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;There are many damp areas in the home that are prone to mold and mildew more than others. Areas such as the bathroom, behind the refrigerator and in damp locations like a dark, wet basement are places where moisture will likely form and produce mildew buildup.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Moisture occurs when there is a substantial change in temperature conditions such as humidity and also cool temperatures combined with a sudden blast of warmer air.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mildew can quickly turn from a few vague spots or locations to spreading thickly into damp areas throughout the dwelling. Mold can also begin to grow after mildew has developed and can cause life altering effects on health, especially with breathing and mental clarity.<br><br>");
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  document.write("<b>Conserve on Water and Save</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Apr 01, 2011<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This checklist is designed to help you see how effectively you are using water, and to alert you to ways to save.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Some actions suggested are more severe than others and would need to be implemented only in an emergency situation - and are indicated as such. As you read this list, check the steps you have already taken to conserve water.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Note what you still need to do to become a better manager of water resources. Concentrate on the big water uses first.<br><br>");
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  document.write("<b>Gardening: Cleanup and Compost Tips</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Mar 01, 2011<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Getting your garden ready for winter isn't a major chore -- but it will save you ample time and energy when the next growing season rolls around.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Winter is really a great time to work in the garden because there's lots of space and you don't have to rush like you would during the summer growing season. Ultimately, it's a great time to make a plan and to evaluate what worked well in the garden this past year and what things need to be changed for next year.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Within a few months, the garden will be warming up again and you need to be ready if you want to take advantage of the entire growing season. The nice thing about working in the garden during the winter -- when it's mostly empty -- is that every hour you spend cleaning, planning and organizing will save many hours in the spring.<br><br>");
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  document.write("<b>Tips for Organizing a Garage</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Feb 01, 2011<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Going up the wall for storage saves floor space in the garage for the car. Look into hooks for hanging even large items up and out of the way.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If your car is out on the street because there's no room for it in the garage, it's time to get organized. Here are some tips and tools to make it happen.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Safety First: Learn the best ways to store that hazardous stuff we all keep in the garage: the chemicals, the paint cans and pesticides.<br><br>");
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  document.write("<b>Cockroaches</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Jan 01, 2011<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cockroaches, also known as waterbugs and palmettobugs, are among the most difficult household pests to control. Except for periods of warm weather when they may migrate from house to house, domestic cockroaches in Michigan spend their entire life inside buildings. Usually they are found in basements, bathrooms and kitchens where they feed upon a wide variety of foods, including cereals, sugar-containing foods, meats, cheese, beer and soda pop, as well as leather, bookbindings, and wallpaper paste. They can be carried into homes in cardboard cartons, sacks, beverage containers, furniture and pet foods.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cockroaches have long been companions of man. The old Romans called them \"lucifuga\" because of their habit of running away from light. Most cockroach species are active at night and hide in dark areas during the day. The word cockroach no doubt can be traced to the Spanish word \"cucaracha.\"<br><br>");
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  document.write("<b>Repairing Leaking Pipes</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Dec 01, 2010<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If the pipe freezes and cracks for several inches or more, a new section will be needed. This usually requires the services of a professional who has tools and equipment.  But sometimes only a small hole will develop, and this can be repaired in a very simple and easy manner.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The quickest and easiest way to repair a small hole is to tightly wrap tape around the small leak.  Take a look at this visual for more details. <a href=\"info/leakingpipes.html#vis1\" onclick=\"NewWindow(this.href,'name','500','525','yes');return false;\">[Visual 1]</a><br><br>");
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  document.write("<b>Weather-Stripping</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Nov 01, 2010<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Believe it or not, you <i>can</i> weather-strip your own doors even if you're not an experienced handyman. There are several types of weather-stripping for doors, each with its own level of effectiveness, durability, and degree of installation difficulty. Select among the options below and choose the one you feel is best for you depending on your budget and local weather. The installations are the same for the two sides and top of a door, with a different, more durable one for the threshold.<br><br>");
  document.write("1. <b>Adhesive Backed Foam:</b><br><br>");
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  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Overview: Extremely easy to install, invisible when installed, not very durable, more effective on doors than windows.<br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Installation: Stick foam to inside face of door jamb.<br><br>");
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  document.write("<b>Winterizing Vacation Homes</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Oct 01, 2010<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Winterize your summer home as you do your winter home. To help conserve energy when the home is not occupied, install a low-heat thermostat. By doing this your home could be maintained at abut 40 F. without a freeze-up, rather than at 55 F. which is the lowest temperature at which most thermostats can be set.<br><br>");
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  document.write("<u>Hot Air Heating Systems</u><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.  Turn off burner emergency switch which is often located at the top of the stairs.<br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.  Drain the humidifier which is usually located on the furnace.<br>");
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  document.write("<b>Drying Walls After A Flood</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Sep 01, 2010<br><br>");
  document.write("&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Inner Walls</u><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Walls must dry from the inside out. The interior framing of walls should be allowed to dry thoroughly. Sometimes this process takes weeks or even months. To release water and mud from walls remove top and bottom strips of siding on the outside of the building. Drill several holes in walls near the inside floor line.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The total drying time will depend partially on the amount of dry air that can circulate through the studding (called \"chimney action\"). To provide for maximum chimney action, first consider the construction of the building.<br>");
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  document.write("<b>Termites</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Aug 01, 2010<br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Termites are important wood- destroying pests. The word \"Termite\" comes from the Latin word Termes, meaning wood-worm. Most termites are subterranean (under ground forms) and must have contact with moist ground in which to build their nests.  The food of subterranean termites is largely cellulose and comes from many sources. In fact, termites will eat all materials made from plants or cellulose-containing plant products.  Subterranean termites are most abundant in moist, warm soils containing plenty of food. Such conditions are found beneath poorly ventilated buildings, scraps of lumber, stumps covered by fill, grape roots (usually in old abandoned vineyards), or any part of a wood structure close to the ground, such as porches, foundation sills, or steps.<br>");
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  document.write("<b>Coping With Wet Carpet</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Jul 01, 2010<br>");
  document.write(" Action which should be taken if a carpet or rug becomes wet as in flooding, leakage or fighting fires, will depend upon many circumstances: the amount and source of water, the type and size of the carpet or rug, the location, the kind of flooring, the type of underlayment, method of installation, the length of time the water has been in the carpet or rug, and the equipment and services available. <br>");
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  document.write("<b>Wall Repair &amp; Fasteners</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Jun 01, 2010<br>");
  document.write("Plaster or dry wall is commonly used for walls. Other decorative materials such as plywood paneling, paper, or just paint are used to help the appearance of the wall.  Unfortunately, common fasteners do not perform too well when used on plaster and result in holes or cracks which are unattractive. Settling or shrinking of walls also cause cracks.<br>");
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  document.write("<b>Carpenter Ants</b><br>");
  document.write(":: May 01, 2010<br>");
  document.write("The presence of carpenter ants is usually a symptom of a problem a water leak causing wet or punky wood. Therefore, it is important to determine the reason the ants are nesting in the structure, than to kill them. Your home is much more at risk from water damage, which attracts carpenter ants, than the ants themselves.<br>");
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  document.write("<b>Bedbugs</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Apr 01, 2010<br>");
  document.write("Bed bugs are pests of domestic animals, bats, wild birds, and man. Climex lectularius is the only species in the north temperate regions that attacks man. Bed bugs are most commonly found in old hotels and boarding houses, but you can also find them in homes, apartments, restaurants, theaters, buses and offices. They are nocturnal insects, feeding at night and hiding in dark places during the day. Bed bugs feed only on blood, principally that of man. The period required to obtain a meal is anywhere from 3 to 15 minutes. Bed bugs are oval, flattened, wingless, and red-brown in color. Those full of blood are red and slightly elongated. The adult is one-fourth to three-eight inches long.<br>");
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  document.write("<b>Spiders of Medical Importance</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Mar 01, 2010<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spiders as a whole are seldom aggressive, generally biting only when threatened or injured. Nearly all spiders have venom glands, but the toxicity of the venom to humans is so low as to be insignificant. The severity of the reaction to a spider bite is influenced by the species of spiders, the area of the body where the bite occurs, the amount of venom injected, and depth of the bite. Only two spiders occurring in this area can cause poisoning in humans: the Northern Black Widow Spider (Latrodectus variolus) and the Brown Recluse Spider (Loxosceles reclusa).<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If bitten by any spider suspected of being poisonous you should do the following:");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Remain calm</li><li>Collect the specimen, if possible, for a positive identification</li><li>seek medical attention and contact your local poison control center immediately</li></ul>");
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  document.write("<b>Electricity Savings</b><br>");
  document.write(":: Feb 01, 2010<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Many of us are leaving the appliance running on standby when we they use the remote to switch off the stereo or TV.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When an appliance is on standby it is techncially still running and using a considerable amount of electricity. By switching off the appliance at the main power button, or at a power switch, you could be saving both money and electricity.<br><br>");
  document.write(" &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Appliances left on standby can use up to 85% of the electricity they would use if fully working. Through this unnecessary consuming of electricity an extra million tons of carbon will be pushed into the atmosphere.<br><br>");
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