Hamilton Building Services

                                                                   (Image credit:  Aimée Mazzenga ) Nowadays, with all the pollution in our outside air, sometimes you just can't wait to get home and breathe in the fresh smell of your own home. Here is something scientists have been creating in order to give you just that!

Summertime is the perfect time to start thinking about adding a deck to your home. Trex has some great options when designing and building your dream deck. Trex offers an array of different styles and designs, and their materials are 100% green . In fact, Trex is one of the leading plastic recyclers in the U.S. In addition, Trex decking requires NO maintenance. Unlike typical wooden decks that need to be stained annually, Trex decking exterior is designed to be maintenance free. Trex also carries plenty of variety when it comes to color schemes. Multiple shades of greys, browns, and reds are among their wide selection. Image trex.com For more information, contact hamiltonbuildingservices.com Sources www.trex.com

Many of the household cleaning products that most of us use on a daily basis contain chemicals that are harmful to us, our pets, and even can be too harsh for what you are cleaning. In addition, such products can also be expensive, and after a while they can add up. Consider making some of your own green cleaning products. You'll see awesome results, help your health, and save money. All-purpose cleaner 1/2 c vinegar Image via www.11magnolialane.com 1 1/2 c water 10 drops Tea Tree oil Glass Cleaner 1/4 c vinegar 1/4 c rubbing alcohol 2 c water 1 TBSP corn starch Dusting Spray 1 c water 1/4 c vinegar 2 TBSP olive oil 10 drops essential oil (lemon is common) Scouring Cleanser 1/4 c baking soda 1 TBSP dish soap vinegar to form paste Grout Cleaner 1/2 baking soda 1/3 c lemon juice 1/4 c vinegar 7 c water * let soak for 10 minutes Sources blog.purelivingspace.com www.passionforsavings.com

Cooler nights are ahead, and with that thought in mind, it's a good idea to start checking some items off your annual to-do list. Now that you've likely put away some of your summertime household items (and don't fret if you haven't yet), it's time to prepare for the winter weather. One way to do this is by sealing off areas of your home that allow cool air in and warm air out. By blocking and sealing off places like doors and windows, you can be saving over 50% of your heating bill. Aside from some of the more obvious places such as doors and windows, there are some other miscellaneous areas that are money eaters during the wintertime. Your beautiful and beloved chimney can be a HUGE source of wasted heat. Watch this video we found helpful and informative for those who are searching for the right tool to block heat from escaping through a chimney.