Category: Saving Water

Is a Manufactured House More Expensive to Insure?

Is a Manufactured House More Expensive to Insure?

A manufactured home is built within a factory setting and subsequently transported to its home site. There are differences between the two, though houses resemble houses in many respects. For one, manufactured houses often weigh less than traditional houses because they typically contain fewer building materials. Another vital distinction between a manufactured home and a …

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460 Extended Tractor Specifications

460 Extended Tractor Specifications

UTB/Universal Company made the 460 tractor from 1977 to 1991, at its factory in Brasov, Romania. The Long 460 model is drive. The is four-wheel drive. Tractor Size The Long 460 tractor is 115 1/2 inches long with an 18.3-inch ground clearance and a wheelbase of 71 1/4 inches. It is 54 inches high and 57 inches …

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Reflective Roof Insulation Vs. Fiberglass Insulation

Reflective Roof Insulation Vs. Fiberglass Insulation

Between the immediate expenses of insulating material a roof and also the possible energy savings, the kind of roof insulation you choose can make a significant financial difference within the life span of your house. Reflective insulation and fiberglass work differently and one type may be better than another for certain needs, although neither is …

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Rain Barrel Raised Bed Setup

Rain Barrel Raised Bed Setup

Elevated beds appeal to gardeners for a variety of reasons, including well-draining soil that retains water better than conventional garden beds. Soil that maintains water will even retain nutrients that are vital to plants. Adding a rain barrel into your own raised bed setup will even increase your plants’ health, since rainwater is free of …

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Comparing Double-Paned Windows & Triple-Pane Windows

Comparing Double-Paned Windows & Triple-Pane Windows

Double-paned windows comprise two panes of glass separated by a layer of gas. This layout can help to reduce sound transmission and keeps the home more comfortable than old-fashioned single-paned windows. Some producers have taken this concept a step further, with the introduction of triple-paned units containing three individual sheets of glass. Before you splurge …

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How to Power Appliances With Solar Panels

How to Power Appliances With Solar Panels

It’s an oversimplification to visualize a appliance drawing power directly from a solar panel, but the reality is not that much different. A complication arises because the panel output signal is generally direct current — not alternating current — and it usually is not at a voltage which the appliance can use. A device called …

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Do I Know What Size Generator to Purchase for My House?

Do I Know What Size Generator to Purchase for My House?

A backup generator provides power in the event of an outage for essential appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, sump and lift pumps and a couple of lights. Estimating the size of the generator needed means adding up the entire amount of watts used by each appliance you wish to give power in the event of …

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