Author: Noel M. Torres

Common Types of Roofing Materials

Noel M. Torres March 28, 2022

Common Types of Roofing Materials

Are you planning to build or purchase a new home? Roofing is one of the essential aspects to consider since there are many designs and roofing types in the market. Besides, selecting a reputable and quality-oriented building or real estate company should also be one of your main priorities, as many companies offer these services. Typically, a roofing design significantly depends on the materials used. The following are common types of roofing materials.

Asphalt Shingle

Typically, many houses today are built using asphalt shingles. One of the main reasons these materials are widely used is that they are affordable. Another advantage of the asphalt roof is the availability of multiple designs based on a person’s budget and preferred design.

Metal Roofing

Nowadays, many people prefer using metal roofs due to their ability to withstand extreme weather and low maintenance costs. Potential homeowners may opt to use metal shingles or metal

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5 Essential Renovations to Add Value to Your Home

Noel M. Torres March 16, 2022

5 Essential Renovations to Add Value to Your Home

Making additions and renovations to your home is a great way to add value, both in the short-term and long term. Whether you’re looking to update your kitchen or install a new roof, certain projects are essential for every home. Here are some of the most important renovations to consider if you’re looking to increase the value of your property.

1. New Roof

Having a new roof installed is usually the number one thing buyers using Southern Title to find homes look for. If you’re selling your house, this should be your top priority. Replacing a roof is something that can increase the value of your home by as much as ninety percent, and even if you’re staying, this will likely be one of your biggest expenses.

2. Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations

A new kitchen will add thousands of dollars to the value of your home. When buyers are looking

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3 Sources of Air Pollution

Noel M. Torres March 10, 2022

3 Sources of Air Pollution

Air pollution refers to the presence of chemicals and other substances in the atmosphere. These chemicals are produced by both manufactured and natural sources. Air pollution can cause or exacerbate ill health effects in humans, such as asthma, emphysema, and respiratory diseases like a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. A correlation between pollution and increased cases of heart disease and cancer has also been shown. Here are three common sources of air pollution.

1. Traffic Emissions

A large amount of air pollution comes from cars, trucks, trains, planes, and ships, which transport people and goods from one location to another. These vehicles emit carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide, and other pollutants that contribute to poor air quality. Ozone, which is a harmful gas to breathe, is created from these chemical emissions. If you live near a large highway or airport, it might be beneficial to have sterile air filters

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These Are The Most Searched DIY Tasks – But How Confident Are Brits In Their Ability To ‘Do It Themselves’

Noel M. Torres February 19, 2022

These Are The Most Searched DIY Tasks

One in ten of us admit to just hiring a professional to tackle even basic home repairs according to a new survey – but around 67% of Brits say they would try and give it a go first. 

The survey comes from online retailer Chums, who polled 1000 UK residents across different generations to understand how confident each age group feels in tackling home repairs and finally put to bed the idea that young people are hopeless at DIY! 

Chums analysed over 100 common home repairs and took the respective average Google search volumes of each one in order to narrow down which specific tasks. 

In order to determine which DIY jobs people generally find the most challenging, Chums analysed over 100 common home repairs and took the respective average search volumes of each one using phrases such as ‘how to….” or “tips for…”. 

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Invasive Pond Plants

Noel M. Torres February 5, 2022

Invasive Pond Plants

Invasive species can be a problem. No doubt you’ve heard about gypsy moths or zebra mussels. Did you know that there are also invasive plant species? This is especially problematic in water bodies such as ponds and small lakes.

If you are having plant problems in your pond or water body, it may be time to get professional aquatic weed control.

Invasive Aquatic Plants: The Top Concerns

Some of the worst invasive aquatic plants can completely clog up your pond. From a technical perspective, they cause what is referred to as rapid “eutrophication”  of your once-beautiful water body.  Some of the most important invasive aquatic plants include the following:

  • Hydrilla.
  • Egeria (Brazilian Elodea).
  • Curlyleaf Pondweed.
  • Eurasian Watermilfoil.
  • Variable Milfoil.
  • Fanwort.

In some cases, invasive aquatic plants have been deliberately introduced. More commonly, they enter water bodies by accident or unintentionally. One

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