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Home renovations are an exciting opportunity to refresh and upgrade your living space, but they can also be a logistical challenge. Between managing materials, coordinating schedules, and navigating a temporary construction zone, it’s easy to underestimate one critical component—waste removal.
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Ridgewood NJ, This Old House, a long-running television show on PBS, has been a cornerstone of home improvement programming since its debut in 1979. The series has captivated audiences with its detailed, educational approach to renovating and restoring homes, blending practical advice with engaging storytelling. Season 46 features the team back in New Jersey for another project with builder Zack Dettmore; homeowners Peter and Kay want to modernize their 1930s colonial home and add an extension to enhance their kitchen.
Creating a home that prioritizes both wellness and comfort is key to promoting a balanced, stress-free lifestyle. The right renovations can turn your living space into a sanctuary where you can recharge physically and mentally.
From upgrading your bedroom to making small yet impactful changes around the house, each step you take brings you closer to a healthier, more serene environment.
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Starting a home renovation is an exciting but often overwhelming process. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your living space, add more functionality, or simply give your home a fresh new look, there’s a lot to consider before getting started. A well-planned renovation can add significant value to your home, but poor planning can lead to delays, unexpected costs, and a final result that may not meet your expectations.
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Renovating your home is often a mixture of excitement and apprehension. It’s an opportunity to breathe new life into your living space and, ideally, increase the value of your property. However, many homeowners navigate a sea of challenges that, if not managed correctly, can turn this joyful experience into a nightmare. In this guide, we’ll walk you through eight common renovation pitfalls and offer pro tips on removing them.
Continue reading 8 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Your Home Renovation Journey
If you’re like most homeowners, the idea of regular home maintenance and timely renovations is likely at least on your radar – but probably not something that’s top of mind when it comes to how you spend your time and money. Unfortunately, putting off important repairs until there’s a crisis can end up costing you significantly more than had you addressed them in a timely fashion in the first place. Take away all the stress associated with worrying whether small issues might become big problems by learning about these warning signs of impending home renovation projects – so that you can tackle them before they turn into bigger concerns!
Continue reading Why Timely Home Renovation Is Essential: Warning Signs to Watch For
Linear motion systems are becoming increasingly popular in a wide range of industries. They offer a number of advantages and attributes that can be extremely beneficial for certain applications. In this guide, we will discuss the key features and benefits of linear motion systems. We’ll also take a look at some of the most common applications for these systems.
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Home Renovation Severs Gas Line in Hawthorne
December 31,2015
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Hawthorne NJ, A late afternoon interior gas main break at a home under renovation, located at 275 Warburton Avenue, Hawthorne, forced the evacuation of eight (8) nearby homes as workers from PSE&G struggled to shut off gas to the affected residence. No injuries were reported in the incident, which drew response from Hawthorne PD & FD personnel. The gas line was reportedly severed by workers performing renovations on the home.
PSEG reminds us that If you smell gas, open a window, leave the building and call 1-800-880-7734 (PSEG) to report the problem.
Natural gas is a colorless, odorless hydrocarbon that’s nearly 100% combustible. A distinctive odor, like rotten eggs, is added to natural gas to help assist in the detection of leaks, though it should not be solely relied upon to provide warning.
If you smell gas in your home:
Put out all open flames. No smoking. Do not attempt to light any appliances.
Don’t touch electric switches, thermostats, appliance controls or electric panel breakers. These items may cause sparks that could lead to an ignition.
Do not use an automatic garage door opener.
Do not start your car if it is in the garage or close proximity to the house.
Open windows and outside doors for ventilation.
If the odor is strong, don’t use your telephone or cell phone inside the house.
Leave the premises on foot and call 1-800-436-7734 (PSEG) from a neighbor’s home and remain outside until PSE&G arrives. PSE&G provides 24-hour emergency service every day of the year. PSE&G technicians are expected to respond to leak emergencies within 60 minutes.
Do not assume someone else will report the condition.
PSE&G does not charge customers for responding to gas leak emergencies.
Underground Gas Leak – Warning Signs:
You smell natural gas outside. Natural gas smells like rotten eggs.
You hear a hissing sound coming from the ground.
You see dirt blowing from a hole in the ground.
You see water bubbling in a puddle or around a valve box.
You see a ring or circle of dead grass or vegetation in a lawn area.
