Most Harmful Radiation Exposure Could Be in Your Home
By Keith Johnson, Innovative Basement Systems, Fargo, ND While the Obama administration says the radiation leaking from Japan’s nuclear reactor is currently not a danger to the United States, there is another source of radiation that puts Americans at risk every day. Radon, a radioactive gas that seeps into our homes, kills thousands of Americans...
Don’t Slip on Ice Safety
by Chris Haugen Once again the shorter days and the cooler temps bring another ice fishing season. Early ice can bring some of the best catches of the season, but ice safety is of key importance in making your trip a total success. Who will you brag to if you don’t make it home? First...
Deck Drainage Systems
Deck Drainage Systems = New Outdoor Space by Todd Funfar of Deckmasters in Fargo Our decks. We love them. But have you ever looked under them? When it rains, the water’s got to go somewhere…and anything under your deck gets wet, too. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to use the space under your...
Redecking an Old Deck
Has your original lumber used on your deck become a dried up – rotting eyesore? Are you continuing to surrender one weekend a year for upkeep? If you are tired of staining, painting, and slivers, resurfacing a deck is a job well within the skill level of almost every do-it-yourself-er. Resurfacing existing decks is a...
Taking the Bite
Out of Backyard Living You’ve landscaped your yard to park-like perfection. You’ve manicured your lawn, furnished the patio with comfortable chairs, created the playground of your children’s dreams, and hung a hammock beneath the spreading maple. Is it time to relax? Perhaps…until you hear the dreaded whine of mosquitoes. The first big invasion is predicted...
Composite vs. Cellular PVC
Composite vs Cellular PVC: by Todd Funfar of Deckmasters You’ve made the decision to build a new low maintenance deck. Now you have to decide, “Do I go with composite or cellular PVC decking?” Here’s my advice—Go with the cellular PVC. Cellular PVC will not scratch under normal wear and tear–that comes from moving furniture...
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