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How one council is 25 years ahead on its housing targets
While many local councils across England are struggling to meet their housing targets amid a national shortage, Stratford-on-Avon District Council is bucking the trend. The council recently published its five-year housing supply report showing it currently has nearly 25 years’ worth of housing supply – an achievement that puts it decades ahead of many peers.…
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Best Temperature to Set Your AC During the Summer
Finding the right temperature for your air conditioner in the summer helps keep your home comfortable and your energy bills under control. Setting the AC too low can increase costs, while setting it too high may leave your home feeling too warm. The ideal setting depends on outdoor temperatures, humidity levels, and personal comfort. If…
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Build a Backyard Range Without Upsetting the Neighbors
Building a shooting range at home isn’t exactly like setting up a bird feeder or planting a row of tomatoes. This is a serious project that will also require a lot more from you than just a shovel, a few 2x4s and targets, and a “I’m just gonna wing it” sort of attitude. Rather, building…
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Vote Now for the Female Roofing Professional of the Year!
QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) today announced that five trailblazing women have been named finalists in the 2025 North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year program, an annual campaign celebrating the outstanding contributions, leadership and professionalism of women in the roofing industry. Now in its fifth year, the program shines a spotlight on female roofing professionals…
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Sewer Cleaning: Ending the Scourge of “Blown Toilets”
For the operators cleaning municipal sewer, storm and sanitary lines, dreaded “blown toilets” can quickly become a community clean-up and public relations nightmare. “A ‘blown toilet’ can leave sewer material on a homeowner’s floor and toilet seat, raising tensions in the community,” says Dan Story, Operations Manager at KEG Technologies, a manufacturer of sewer and…
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The biggest mistakes during home renovations
Renovations in an apartment or a house should begin with proper preparation. It is important not to miss a single nuance, especially those that will be practically impossible to fix later. Renovations always involve time and money, not to mention mental health. There is enough fuss even in situations when everything really goes according to…
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Levven Gains PulteGroup Investment for Green Homebuilding
Levven, a Canadian technology company pioneering smart, sustainable electrical systems for new home construction, today announced the first closing of a growth round aimed at accelerating Levven’s expansion in the residential construction market. The lead investor is PulteGroup, one of the largest and most respected homebuilders in the United States. Levven’s patented Switched Right® technology eliminates the need…
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FGIA Summer Summit to Address U.S. and Canada Industry
With all eyes on the economy, speakers at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Summit will give the latest details on the state of the industry. Between an overview of the latest FGIA U.S. market data and a breakdown of the current politics and trade relations in Canada, the content at this fully virtual…
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FGIA Summer Summit to Address U.S. and Canada Industry
With all eyes on the economy, speakers at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Summit will give the latest details on the state of the industry. Between an overview of the latest FGIA U.S. market data and a breakdown of the current politics and trade relations in Canada, the content at this fully virtual…
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Kito Crosby Debuts ER2 Hoist with Second Step Function
Kito Crosby, a global leader in lifting and securement solutions, is pleased to highlight again the ER2 Second Step Variable Function — an innovative enhancement to the trusted ER2 Dual Speed Hoist. This advanced function, available for the past two years, is now ready to be spotlighted for operations seeking the ultimate in precision lifting.…