Preventing Water Damage in the Attic
by: Terry Allen
Controlling the natural drying of your property must start at the attic as it is located at the top of the house, separating between the roof and the rest of the house.
Ceiling and Floor
Be sure to look both up and down when inspecting the attic. Pay special attention to openings through the roof such as pipes, vents and the chimney. Take a look to confirm that all surfaces are dry and that there is no mold or rot. Also, check the bottom of the roof sheathing and roof rafters. It is recommended to inspect during the morning to make sure that the roof is sealed and that no daylight penetrates through roof cracks. Inspect the floor and make sure it is dry.
Recessed Lights Canisters
The presence of rust and corrosion indicates possible moisture invasion and a potential electrical hazard. Additional indicators for potential water damage are stains above or near the wood, or on the insulation around the canisters. Consider replacing old recessed lights canisters with newer, safer ones that include built in insulation.
Vents
Attic ventilation is important. Commonly, vents are installed along the peak of the roof. Moisture or surface discoloration near vents is a sign, locate the moisture source and fix the problem. When inspecting the roof, remove any bird nests and debris blocking the vents.
Insulation
When damaged by moisture and water, the insulation becomes thin and flat. Check the insulation frequently, especially after the rain season. Touch it. If it feels wet, find the moisture source and fix the problem right away. Remember: wet insulation is useless, but it will continue to hold water for a while and will create high moisture conditions. If the insulation is wet, replace it.
Common Attic Appliances
Periodically, check attic air conditioners, swamp coolers and HVAC systems. Look for wear and tear and loose connections. Inspect around and under these appliances. Remember that appliances failures may cause water damage to everything that lies below.
About The Author
Terry Allen is an editorial staff member of RestorationSOS?, a leading restoration services provider for water and fire damages. To learn more about water and fire damage restoration, visit http://restorationsos.com.
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Getting Rid of Standing Water in Your Yard
Getting Rid of Standing Water in Your Yard
by: Michael McGroarty
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Do you have one or more areas in your yard that hold water after a rainfall? This is a common problem, and sometimes difficult to solve. Over the years I?ve talked with dozens of people trying to battle this problem, and on several occasions I have been hired to solve the problem. So what can be done?
Too often people come to me asking what kind of a tree, or what kind of shrubs can be planted in a wet area to dry it up. This is the wrong approach. Most plants,...
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Tapping Our Water Supplies
Tapping Our Water Supplies
by: Peter Young
H2o. Two atoms of hydrogen and one atom of oxygen, are all that make up the most important substance to all living things on earth.
Water, as it is more commonly known, has a slight hint of blue in its most pure form and is known to be the most universal solvent. In its three states, water takes on many different forms: water vapour and clouds in the sky, waves and icebergs in the sea, glaciers and aquifers on land to name a few.
Earth?s water is 97% saltwater and undrinkable by humans. The other 3% is freshwater or potable water but of which, 2% is frozen in glaciers and polar icecaps. Our bodies are made of about 65% water making it vital our health. To function properly the body requires between one and seven litres of water per day to avoid dehydration.
By means of evaporation, precipitation and run-off, water is constantly changing from one state to another, in what is know as the...
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Scotland - The New White Water Rafting Capital of Europe
Scotland - The New White Water Rafting Capital of Europe
by: Blair Thorne
Scotland has taken its place as the new Mecca for white water rafting and extreme sports enthusiasts. With over 120 activity centres around the country you can do it all here - from jumping off cliffs, sliding through canyons and rolling down hills in plastic balls, to more traditional activities such as white water rafting, quad biking and clay pigeon shooting.
The rugged landscape is perfect for hair-raising outdoor pursuits. As Mark Turner of specialist outdoor sports website adrenalinePASS.com says, "We are especially looking forward to the white water rafting season on the River Tummel. This is undoubtedly the best white water rafting available in the country over the summer.?
The Tummel is dam-release, guaranteeing water levels every weekend from June to September. It is a narrow, technical and exciting river,...
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Oxygenated Water Supplements
Oxygenated Water Supplements
by: Chester Ku-Lea
Oxygen and water are essential elements for the proper functioning of the body. Water usually contains anywhere between 1 to 10 ppm (parts per million) of dissolved oxygen. Ponds usually contain the lowest amount. Streams and rivers usually have the highest amount. Tap water in most large cities is usually around 5-7 ppm of dissolved oxygen. Oxygenated water contains approximately 200,000 ppm.
The air you breathe is 15% to 20% oxygen. In some major cities, the oxygen content can be as low as 9%. An inadequate supply of oxygen is called "hypoxia" and may cause symptoms such as:
? lack of energy
? shortness of breath
? reduced mental clarity
? suppressed immune system
? joint and muscle aches and pains
Failure to breathe with the whole lung (shallow breathing) can reduce the volume of air and oxygen we take in.
Pollution and lack of vegetation can reduce...
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The Man Who Walked On Water
The Man Who Walked On Water
by: Donovan Baldwin
Nope!
Not who you think it is.
However, I was there, and I saw it happen.
So did several other people.
At the time, I just put it down as a highly unusual occurance, and over the years I forgot about it.
A few of years ago, it came back to mind, and I realized that it had influenced me in a small but significant way over the last 25 years or so.
One place it had a very significant impact was in my building my internet business.
I just couldn't accept the fact that being successful was impossible, in spite of several failures, reversals, and betrayals.
In fact, I had reached a point, aided in part by having witnessed the event I am about to recount, where I thought almost anything was possible if you just didn't know it COULDN'T be done, or if you had enough reason, motivation, or faith to assume it COULD be done.
There have...
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Bathing Your Newborn Baby
Bathing Your Newborn Baby
by: Michelle Higgins
Your newborn baby is so small and tender that giving him a bath might be a little scary. However, in spite of all your concerns, you will find that bathing the baby will soon be a fun thing for both him and you.
For the first few days, stick to a sponge bath, only wetting the towel in warm water and giving a baby a thorough sponging with it. Once the umbilical cord stump falls off, baby is ready for his foray into water.
Water, Water everywhere
Make sure that the towel, soap, shampoo and sponge are all at hand before you begin.
Fill baby's portable bathtub with not more than 3 inches of water. Check if baby's bath water is just the right temperature (which is a bit warm and not more than 120 degrees Fahrenheit).
Most babies usually cry through their bath for the initial months until they begin to enjoy it.
Immerse your baby slowly into the tub, feet first, and use...
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Water payroll Preventing Water Damage in the Attic
Water payroll Preventing Water Damage in the Attic
On Safari in Northern Tanzania - Back to The Sixth Day of the Creation
On Safari in Northern Tanzania - Back to The Sixth Day of the Creation
by: Andrew Muigai
Tanzania's natural endowment as a wildlife safari destination is unrivalled. Wild animals roam in vast areas as God intended on that sixth day of the creation. These areas are designated as national parks and game reserves and have a high reputation for being uncrowded and unspoilt. The magnificent collection of game sanctuaries to the north of the country, near the border...
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Finding the Online Homeowner Loans You Want
Finding the Online Homeowner Loans You Want
by: John Mussi
Online homeowner loans have been growing in popularity in recent years, blossoming into a new industry of online lenders and new opportunities for homeowners who find themselves needing additional money but not wanting to pay an exceptional amount on interest.
These online homeowner loans use the equity that you've built up in your house as collateral to secure the loan, and usually feature interest...
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