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Allison Levy is an expert in the Environmental Field having over 15 years of experience working with government agencies and private industries. She graduated from the University of Maryland University College with a Master’s of Science in Environmental Management. Allison has worked in the field by conducting environmental, health and safety surveys/inspections on underground storage tanks, air quality, hazardous material, and the like.
Contractor For Hire: Beware
Is Mr. Plumber there? This is Ms. Leever. Mr. Plumber was here yesterday and gave me an estimate on my bathroom remodeling job. He said that he would call me back this afternoon to schedule the project. What? He doesn’t work for you! But I gave him a deposit already. He said he needed to check with his boss about the next available start date. You’ve never heard of him, huh? But…He said…I thought…well, I guess I am out $1,500. Thank you for your time.
Simple Home Repair Fixes
Are you tired of looking at the “crusty stuff” on your shower head or just sick of hearing your wood floor creak? Read below for a few simple fixes that can make that and more go away
Landscaping on a Budget
It is never too early to start thinking about your lawn. Even though it is winter now, spring will be here soon enough, and you will look at your yard with disgust because you have not maintained it for the last few years. You think to yourself that this year is the year to start the dream garden you have always wanted.
Green Christmas
Twas the day after Christmas
And all on the floor
Were remnants of Christmas presents
Blocking the door.
The bags were all empty
The wrapping paper a mess…
O Christmas Tree
O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, how lovely are thy branches. But not if they go up in flames as so many Christmas Trees do each year. To keep safe this Christmas Season, please read the information below for all will not be merry and bright if these safety tips are not heeded.
Doorbells: To Ring or Not to Ring
Your hands are full; you can’t find the house keys, so you ring the doorbell in hopes that your spouse or child hears you and will come open the door. What you didn’t know is they never heard the doorbell ring; not once.
Buying a Garbage Disposal?
Have you ever bought a garbage disposal? Are you considering buying one now? Are you confused by all the choices? Here are a few pieces of information to help you choose your next garbage disposal. First, you actually have only a few choices when it comes to picking out the right disposal. In this case, [...]
Lead Based Paint in Homes
Are you concerned with lead based paint in your home? Below is some information to better inform you of where lead based paint is found and steps to take reduce the risk of exposure to lead. Lead based paint is mostly found in homes that were built before 1978, as the Federal Government put a [...]
Drywall Painting Tips
Are you afraid to paint drywall yourself? You think it looks easy on TV, but have not painted anything in your life. Well, painting drywall can truly be easy, if you just know a few simple tips first. The most important tip is to make sure the drywall is in good shape. If it is [...]
Heating Oil Tank Tests
Do you have concerns that the home you are getting ready to purchase has an underground heating oil tank? Are you concerned that it may leak? Do you know how to test for such leakage? As a home buyer, it would be prudent for you to have the tank tested to check for any leaks [...]
