We are pleased to announce the re-launch of Best Electric, a Fort Myers Electrician who provides both residential and commercial electrical services in Lee, Collier and Charlotte Counties in Florida.

We are pleased to announce the Virginia Contractors Directory, for homeowners looking for home improvement services. From everything from power washing to security systems to home remodeling, MEA Marketing can offer Virginia homeowners a referral service as well as home loans.

J&K Heating & Cooling today announced the launch of www.JKCooling.com as an information portal for Central Florida home owners to find educational information in regards to their heating and air conditioning systems. With articles being added almost every day and an online monthly newsletter of home improvement tips the website is anticipated to quickly become Central Florida’s primary resource web site for home improvement.

Future plans include educational awareness guides on heating and air conditioning in your home, professional advice from expert contractors, and a question and answer forum for Central Florida homeowners.

The web site will be an invaluable resource for Central Florida homeowners in finding accessible information to address their HVAC needs for their home. Not only will the Central Florida website be addressing home safety, but also new energy efficient solutions, that will benefit homeowners in the duration of owning their home.

Tim Holtsclaw, president of J&K Heating & Cooling stated, “Our goal is to offer the most educational information for Central Florida homeowners by providing them with informative and professional articles and resources, which will make www.JKCooling.com a portal worth visiting and using to better make homes safe and energy efficient.

Your kitchen needs a makeover and the transformation starts and ends with the cabinets. But how do you know if your cabinets need to be entirely replaced or if just a refacing will suffice? To reface or to replace—that this the burning kitchen cabinet question. The answer lies in the current condition of your existing cabinets.

If the cabinets that are already installed in your kitchen are of poor quality, are not opening and closing properly, and/or are laid out in a fashion that doesn’t appeal to you, then you may want to think about starting from scratch by replacing them. If, on the other hand, your existing kitchen cabinets are well made, properly functioning and well positioned in the room, consider taking advantage of a kitchen cabinet reface. It may save you the bundle you need to devote to other kitchen makeover touches.

Either way, when choosing where to purchase your new kitchen cabinets or kitchen door refacing, look for a cabinetry company that provides a wide array of finishes. Maple, oak and hickory kitchen cabinets are durable and give your kitchen that rich, earthy look. Softer but warmer, cherry and birch kitchen cabinets lend a natural knotted appeal to the room. And for those who would prefer easy cleanup in a more modern flavor and in their choice of color, laminate kitchen cabinets fill the bill.

Deciding whether your kitchen cabinets need to be entirely replaced or a new door reface will do is a task best left in the hands of a built-to-order cabinetry expert. These professionals can not only advise you on the best course of action for your kitchen cabinets, but they can also recommend the material that will turn your kitchen makeover dreams into a reality.

As the world’s leading manufacturer of built-to-order cabinetry, KraftMaid leads the way in offering an almost endless selection of door styles, finishes, functional storage solutions and decorative enhancements that allow you to customize your home to suit your style – and your lifestyle with cabinetry “made just for you.” Visit KraftMaid at http://www.kraftmaid.com.

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A deck is an extension of your home’s living space and where you will spend much of your time during the summer months. Consequently, it needs to be treated and cared for as much as your home’s inside rooms.

Most important to the care of your deck is regularly sealing it. This is particularly true if you want your deck to maintain the natural color of the wood.

Sealing a deck is critical in order to preserve the life and look of the wood. The sealant preserves the beauty of the natural wood by protecting it from both water and sun damage.

When to Apply the Deck Sealant

In order to preserve the natural wood look for many years, I typically apply the sealant every year. Also, I usually apply it in late summer/early fall as I live in New England. I do this because of the concern of snow lying on the deck for long periods of time during the winter months. My concern is in the acidity of the water in the snow. By putting on a sealant just prior to snow season, I can provide peak protection against the prolonged damaging effects of the acid contained in the water. In hotter climates, where there is less snow, I would suggest applying the deck sealer in late spring.

Clean the deck prior to Sealing

First, remove all of the deck furniture off of the deck.

Prior to sealing it is then best to power wash the deck and let it thoroughly dry. You may need to use a stiff bristly brush to get off any material that is not being removed by the power washer. Pine pitch frequently requires the services of this tool. There are also a variety of products offered by sealant manufactures that can also assist in the deck sealant preparation.

After power washing it may take 24-48 hours, or even longer, for the deck to thoroughly dry, pending weather conditions. Make sure the deck is completely dry prior to applying the sealant. Otherwise the sealant may not be appropriately absorbed into the wood’s surface.

Once the deck is dry, and you are about ready to begin sealing, use a leaf blower to remove any debris that may have fallen onto the deck’s surface since you power washed it. If you do not have a leaf blower, than simply sweep the deck.

Sealing the deck

First, the deck sealer should not be applied if the temperature is below 50 degrees Fahrenheit and if rain is forecasted in the next 24 hours. Otherwise the sealant may not absorb properly, nor dry properly.

Using a brush apply the sealant around all the deck edges and posts. Once the edging is complete, use a sprayer, brush or roller to apply the sealant to the deck surface. Make sure that the sealant is firmly pressed into the wood surface to maximize the penetration of the sealant into the wood.

Typically only one coat is recommended by most deck sealers.

Though most manufactures suggest the deck is ready for walking on after 24 hours, I would recommend waiting a little longer if the weather has not been ideal for drying conditions.

Once the deck is dry, return the deck furniture and enjoy the beauty of your deck for another year.

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Over the past 20+ years Mr. Donovan has been involved with building homes and additions to homes. His projects have included: building a vacation home, building additions and garages on to existing homes, and finishing unfinished homes. Mr. Donovan’s formal education and profession have been as an Electrical Engineer and Marketing Manager.

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