Tag: water
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How To Protect Decks from Water Damage
Outdoor decking is a desirable feature in residential homes, apartment complexes, commercial applications, and beyond—it’s an ideal way to enhance livability, functionality and value of any property. Whether it’s wood, concrete, or other material, additional outdoor living space is something that property owners are increasingly interested in. Indeed, the global decking market has experienced substantial…
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Why are water bills so high? Water companies and regulators respond
Are you wondering why your water bill has gone up or why it’s higher than your neighbour’s? You’re not alone. Water and sewerage charges are reviewed regularly, and in 2025, customers in England, Wales and Scotland are seeing further changes to their bills. Here’s what’s going on, what you can do to lower your bill…
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America’s aging water infrastructure faces new threats
Listen to the article 8 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Despite a recent infusion of federal dollars, the health of the country’s aging water infrastructure has plateaued amid burgeoning environmental stressors and new cleanup demands, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers’ 2025 Infrastructure Report Card…
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Grand Designs couple struggle with ambitious ‘floating home’ built on water
In the latest episode of Grand Designs Kevin Mccloud meets a couple who have the idea to create a “floating home”. Howard and Sarah’s idea was to build a house on water, designed to adapt to rising tides and changing water levels. However, the reality of constructing such a unique structure came with several unexpected…
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How Hard Water Affects Toronto Plumbing: Impacts & Solutions
Hard water is a common issue in Toronto, impacting plumbing systems across the city. The high mineral content, particularly calcium and magnesium, can cause problems as these minerals build up in pipes. This buildup can restrict water flow and reduce the efficiency of appliances. Clogged pipes due to scale buildup, are a frequent complaint among…
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Everything You Wanted To Know About Soft Water – You Asked, We Answered
What’s the deal with soft water??? Unlike a design trend piece or makeover reveal, this post is for those of you who are considering investing in a water softening system for your home and are genuinely curious about what it’s all about. It is real peak adulting, the quietest of luxuries that once you try…
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Construction’s role in tackling water scarcity
CIOB will be hosting a webinar, titled Built Environment Strategies for a Water-Scarce World, from 12-1pm GMT (1-2pm BST) on 8 April. The discussion will explore the industry’s route towards a water-efficient future and how to optimise water management and efficiency on construction sites. The CPD session will feature insights from CIOB’s Amanda Williams; Waterwise’s Jo…
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New Wallpaper In The Farmhouse Primary Bathroom Water Closet (And How I Feel About It(!!))
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Like the kids’ bath, this bathroom was “done enough” but I always knew that I wanted to add wallpaper to the water closet (i.e. the toilet room). But life had other priorities and I didn’t feel like rushing any more decisions. The room didn’t need it and I have to be careful because I like…
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Navien Showcases New HVAC, Water Products at 2025 AHR Expo
At the AHR trade show in Orlando, FL, Navien exhibited a brand new, larger-than-ever, 70-foot by 80-foot booth that highlighted several new HVAC and water treatment products using lifelike installation vignettes. Among the standout products featured at the show were several new high-efficiency solutions that further cement Navien’s commitment to providing cutting-edge technology for residential,…
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Stantec joins $800M Mojave Desert water project
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Groundwater storageValue: $800 million totalLocation: Mojave Desert in CaliforniaClient: Cadiz Design and engineering firm Stantec will oversee development and construction of the $800 million Mojave Groundwater Bank project in California’s Mojave Desert, water company Cadiz announced…