Down the Drain When your faucet isn’t working properly, and it is constantly dripping, you pay the price. At first, this may seem like a minor problem that can be ignored or put off for a while, but a leaky faucet can waste five gallons per day or more! Not only that but it can
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December 14, 2015
December 11, 2015
Insulation: R-Values and Heating Costs
How is your Home Performing? Do you ever feel like you are heating the outdoors in the winter and cooling the outdoors in the summer? If you answered yes, then your insulation most likely needs inspecting. This may not be something you spend a lot of time thinking about, but it is important that your
December 10, 2015
Prevent Hot Water Scalding
Water temperature affects skin health On a cold winter day, it feels like there’s nothing better than a long, hot shower. But how hot is too hot? The ideal shower temp for your skin doesn’t stray above lukewarm. As soon as your shower starts scalding, you risk harming your skin’s health. There’s no absolute rule
November 18, 2015
Exploring Fireplace Maintenance for Your Northwoods Home
As a quality home builder, North Twin Builders understands that maintenance is key to the health and longevity of your Northwoods home. We don’t just care about the building of your home – we want to help you enjoy it for decades to come. One key area of home maintenance that is often overlooked is
November 10, 2015
Kitchen Remodel Dreaming – The Walk-in Pantry
When it comes to remodeling your kitchen, the sky is the limit for choices. Do you want a kitchen island, eat-in kitchen, new appliances or updated cupboards? If you have been dreaming of a walk-in pantry, here are some points to remember from North Twin Builders, your quality remodeling contractor in Vilas County. All things
November 2, 2015
Healthy Homes – The Limitations of CO Detectors
Is Your Carbon Monoxide Detector Keeping Your Home and Family Safe? Things wear out, that is a fact of life. When our home’s furnace or water heater stop functioning, we often know right away. And if you have been following a regular home maintenance schedule, you may even be fortunate to recognize a developing issue
October 26, 2015
Remodeling Your Home? Consider New Window Designs!
You may know that you are ready for a home remodeling project, but what exactly do you want to change? Flooring, color palettes, and appliances are often the first things that come to mind. However, your windows can make as big of an impact as new hardwood flooring. And, especially if you live in an
August 10, 2015
6 Steps to a New & Improved Garage
Garages are often the most ignored part of a property. The fact is that, especially in a climate like in Northern Wisconsin, garages are an especially important property element. And if you are considering selling your home, the presentation of this space could sway a buyer or turn them off completely. There are several things
March 30, 2015
How Do You Protect Your Family & Home From Fire?
Use the Right Smoke Alarms for Home Safety As human beings, we tend to avoid topics that are scary, such as the possibility of fire in our homes. However, when it comes to home safety, this topic becomes a lot less scary with a little bit of attention. Simply by installing the right smoke alarms
February 4, 2015
Exploring Air Barriers & Moisture Movement
We recently discussed the flow and effects of moisture throughout your home, and the importance of controlling it. The best way to succeed with the battle against moisture is by implementing building science techniques when the home is first built. It is up to your contractor to have the knowledge and experience to build your