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Ask The Pro Newsletter
- Take Preventative Steps to Avoid Costly Damage
- Why should we sanitize our food and surfaces?
- Step One in Decorating!
- Tips From Ace Hardware
- Finding a Good Contractor
Volume I, Edition 6
The Ask The Pro Newsletter is your outlet for pre-qualified contractors, tips from professionals, and
instruction on how to find safe contractors. The Ask The Pro Newsletter is loaded with information to
keep you up to date in what to look for when hiring professionals today.
For more information on how to find qualified contractors, weekly tips from Ace Hardware, and weekly
information from qualified professionals listen to the Ask The Pro Radio Show Saturday 11am-12pm
central on CNN 650. For more information about the Ask The Pro Radio Show click here to visit our
website!
If you are not currently a subscriber to The Ask The Pro Newsletter but would like to receive the email
on a monthly basis, you can subscribe here.
Thank you for your interest in the Ask The Pro Radio Show.
Jim Klauck
Host, Ask The Pro Radio Show
______________________________________________________________________
Remedy Roofing
Emily Arnim
Take Preventative Steps to Avoid Costly Damage
Have you ever experienced sheetrock damage due to a roof leak? Many homeowners don't realize the
majority of roof leaks can be avoided by taking a few preventive measures.
Roof leaks typically occur when water penetrates through flashing or vents that have lifted from the
home due to high winds; through nail heads that were not properly sealed during installation; or
through cracks in the rubber boots used around utility vent pipes, which commonly crack from heat after
four to five years.
To avoid these leaks, a homeowner should hire a roofing contractor to inspect their roof every one to
two years. A thorough inspection should include: ensuring the flashing and vents are re-nailed and
sealed with NP1 roof sealant; examining the rubber boots around the utility vent pipes to ensure they
are not cracked; and an overall inspection of every slope of the roof to make certain there are no
exposed nail heads where water can find its way into the home. It's also a good idea to reseal the
vents on your roof every two to three years, as this is also the source of many leaks.
Contacting a reputable roofing contractor who can perform preventive maintenance on your roof is far
less costly than the money you will spend to repair damage to the interior of your home. And now is an
ideal time to have your roof inspected with the recent beginning of hurricane season.
______________________________________________________________________
Environman
Greg Adams
Why should we sanitize our food and surfaces?
In December 2004, based on the findings from their “Children of the 90’s” project which followed more
than 7,000 children since birth, the University of Bristol in England reported that: “Children from the top
10 percent of families using chemicals most frequently were twice as likely to suffer wheezing
problems as those from families which used the products the least.”
Pregnant women, asked by the Researchers to describe their most commonly used chemical
products, listed: disinfectant (used by 87.4%), bleach (84.8%), carpet cleaner (35.8%), window cleaner
(60.5%), dry cleaning fluid (5.4%), aerosols (71.7%), turpentine (22.6%), air fresheners (68.0%), paint
stripper (5.5%), paint or varnish (32.9%) and pesticides / insecticides (21.2%). The exact chemicals
involved in the study were not identified, but the researchers say they have established a clear link
between use of chemicals in the home and wheezing in young children – which can later develop into
asthma. According to the Trust for America’s Health, between 1980 and 1994, asthma increased by 75
percent. Among children under age four, asthma exploded by 160 percent in the same period and is
now the number one cause of school absenteeism. According to the National Environmental Trust, the
last 10 years have seen an explosion of science exploring the links between toxic chemicals and
human health. The science tends to reinforce some major themes:
1. Health effects are often seen at very low levels of exposure - several orders of magnitude lower than
previously thought
2. Human exposure to many industrial chemicals is widespread
3. Increased incidence of various chronic diseases may be linked to toxic exposures.
In the first update in nearly 20 years, the Environmental Protection Agency stated in its “Guidelines for
Carcinogen Risk Assessment” that children 2 years old and younger might be 10 times more
vulnerable than adults to certain chemicals, and children between the ages of 2 and 16 might be three
times more vulnerable. Some of the reasons provided were: Differences in the capacity to metabolize
and clear chemicals, more frequent cell division during development can result in enhanced
expression of mutations, some embryonic cells - such as brain cells - lack key DNA repair enzymes
and some components of the immune system are not fully functional during development.
Protecting your food, health and home!
Wright Way Environmental is a developer of cutting-edge household sanitizing systems aimed
squarely at reducing, if not eliminating, the need for toxic cleaning chemicals in the home. Wright Way
engineers have developed a way to miniaturize the expensive ozone sanitization technology that
progressive hospitals worldwide use to sterilize their instruments. The patented Oxyshield® process
superoxygenates water in a safe, efficient and cost effective manner.
The sanitizing force of ozone comes from the unstable nature of the ozone molecule (O3), which reverts
back to harmless oxygen (O2) once its sanitizing work is done. As a result, Wright Way infused water is
equally safe sanitizing fruits, vegetables, seafood and meats. It is sold with a spray bottle, all purpose
sanitizing bowl and two microfiber cleaning cloths. In addition to the development of this technology,
Wright Way has also spent the last three years preparing for the launch of the sanitizing system. They
appreciate that they are offering something that is difficult to understand, but much like the Ozone, it is
52 percent stronger than bleach and over 3,000 times faster acting. Complementing the effectiveness
is the fact that ozone, unlike other disinfectants, leaves no chemical residue and degrades to
molecular oxygen upon destroying pathogens and toxins. Turning ordinary tap water into the world’s
most powerful sanitizer commercially available. Microwave oven before it, they are offering proof. Proof
that the sanitizer kills up to 99.9 percent of pathogens commonly found on surfaces and proof that the
system, in combination with microfiber cloth, is an effective stain remover among many other things.
CLICK HERE TO ENTER TO WIN A FREE SANITIZING SYSTEM!
____________________________________________________________________
INTERIORS by Decorating Den
Martha Gray
Step One in Decorating!
So, you've just moved into a new home and although you like the layout, it's just not yet YOU! Or maybe
you're just plain tired of the decor in your living room. Sometimes, it simply does our hearts good to
give our rooms a new, fresh and lively "look".
In either case, where do you start? I suggest that you start with a master plan - one that will help guide
all your decorating decisions over the coming months. I believe the key element to successful
decorating or redecorating is to spend time - up front - creating your own personal master plan.
First of all, determine how much you can afford to spend on your design project. That figure will guide
you in many of the decisions you'll be making about purchasing furniture, flooring and window
treatments.
Once you've established a comfortable budget, your next step is to take a good critical look at the room
you're redecorating. What is it used for? How much traffic does it get? Is it a sanctuary in which you
escape the realities of every day life, or is it a room for welcoming and entertaining many guests? Such
questions are important ones to consider, because they will help dictate the style of decorating that will
work best for your personal lifestyle.
And, by all means, don't fail to work with a professional decorator. We can save you time and money,
as we work together to create the room of your dreams.
_____________________________________________________________________
Tips From Ace Hardware
The Helpful Hardware Man's Corner - Answers by Lou Manfredini
Q:I am an avid fan of yours and have a question on how to best repair cracks above doors in our home.
My husband spackled them originally and they have popped open again. I want to paint the one room
and need to fix these before painting. How do we keep them from splitting open again? I believe they
happened when we had a new roof put on a few years ago and I didn't notice at the time to tell the
construction crew what happened.
A: Thanks for listening and watching my shows. Try digging out those cracks and then use some fiber
mesh tape to cover them. Use Dura-bond joint compound to set the tape. Scrape and lightly sand, and
then apply two more coats of regular joint compound letting each coat dry overnight. Sand, prime and
paint.
________________________________________________________________________________
Finding A Good Contractor
Sponsored By Check A Pro
When considering a contractor always be sure to 'Check' them out! You should:
-Research license information with the State of Texas
-Ask them for references
-Ask them if they are insured
-Contact the local business bureau
For a list of pre-qualified service providers visit www.checkapro.com. All Check A Pro members have
been pre-qualified through the following:
-Reference Check
-Local Business Bureau Review
-License Check w/ the Sate of Texas
- Why should we sanitize our food and surfaces?
- Step One in Decorating!
- Tips From Ace Hardware
- Finding a Good Contractor
Volume I, Edition 6
The Ask The Pro Newsletter is your outlet for pre-qualified contractors, tips from professionals, and
instruction on how to find safe contractors. The Ask The Pro Newsletter is loaded with information to
keep you up to date in what to look for when hiring professionals today.
For more information on how to find qualified contractors, weekly tips from Ace Hardware, and weekly
information from qualified professionals listen to the Ask The Pro Radio Show Saturday 11am-12pm
central on CNN 650. For more information about the Ask The Pro Radio Show click here to visit our
website!
If you are not currently a subscriber to The Ask The Pro Newsletter but would like to receive the email
on a monthly basis, you can subscribe here.
Thank you for your interest in the Ask The Pro Radio Show.
Jim Klauck
Host, Ask The Pro Radio Show
______________________________________________________________________
Remedy Roofing
Emily Arnim
Take Preventative Steps to Avoid Costly Damage
Have you ever experienced sheetrock damage due to a roof leak? Many homeowners don't realize the
majority of roof leaks can be avoided by taking a few preventive measures.
Roof leaks typically occur when water penetrates through flashing or vents that have lifted from the
home due to high winds; through nail heads that were not properly sealed during installation; or
through cracks in the rubber boots used around utility vent pipes, which commonly crack from heat after
four to five years.
To avoid these leaks, a homeowner should hire a roofing contractor to inspect their roof every one to
two years. A thorough inspection should include: ensuring the flashing and vents are re-nailed and
sealed with NP1 roof sealant; examining the rubber boots around the utility vent pipes to ensure they
are not cracked; and an overall inspection of every slope of the roof to make certain there are no
exposed nail heads where water can find its way into the home. It's also a good idea to reseal the
vents on your roof every two to three years, as this is also the source of many leaks.
Contacting a reputable roofing contractor who can perform preventive maintenance on your roof is far
less costly than the money you will spend to repair damage to the interior of your home. And now is an
ideal time to have your roof inspected with the recent beginning of hurricane season.
______________________________________________________________________
Environman
Greg Adams
Why should we sanitize our food and surfaces?
In December 2004, based on the findings from their “Children of the 90’s” project which followed more
than 7,000 children since birth, the University of Bristol in England reported that: “Children from the top
10 percent of families using chemicals most frequently were twice as likely to suffer wheezing
problems as those from families which used the products the least.”
Pregnant women, asked by the Researchers to describe their most commonly used chemical
products, listed: disinfectant (used by 87.4%), bleach (84.8%), carpet cleaner (35.8%), window cleaner
(60.5%), dry cleaning fluid (5.4%), aerosols (71.7%), turpentine (22.6%), air fresheners (68.0%), paint
stripper (5.5%), paint or varnish (32.9%) and pesticides / insecticides (21.2%). The exact chemicals
involved in the study were not identified, but the researchers say they have established a clear link
between use of chemicals in the home and wheezing in young children – which can later develop into
asthma. According to the Trust for America’s Health, between 1980 and 1994, asthma increased by 75
percent. Among children under age four, asthma exploded by 160 percent in the same period and is
now the number one cause of school absenteeism. According to the National Environmental Trust, the
last 10 years have seen an explosion of science exploring the links between toxic chemicals and
human health. The science tends to reinforce some major themes:
1. Health effects are often seen at very low levels of exposure - several orders of magnitude lower than
previously thought
2. Human exposure to many industrial chemicals is widespread
3. Increased incidence of various chronic diseases may be linked to toxic exposures.
In the first update in nearly 20 years, the Environmental Protection Agency stated in its “Guidelines for
Carcinogen Risk Assessment” that children 2 years old and younger might be 10 times more
vulnerable than adults to certain chemicals, and children between the ages of 2 and 16 might be three
times more vulnerable. Some of the reasons provided were: Differences in the capacity to metabolize
and clear chemicals, more frequent cell division during development can result in enhanced
expression of mutations, some embryonic cells - such as brain cells - lack key DNA repair enzymes
and some components of the immune system are not fully functional during development.
Protecting your food, health and home!
Wright Way Environmental is a developer of cutting-edge household sanitizing systems aimed
squarely at reducing, if not eliminating, the need for toxic cleaning chemicals in the home. Wright Way
engineers have developed a way to miniaturize the expensive ozone sanitization technology that
progressive hospitals worldwide use to sterilize their instruments. The patented Oxyshield® process
superoxygenates water in a safe, efficient and cost effective manner.
The sanitizing force of ozone comes from the unstable nature of the ozone molecule (O3), which reverts
back to harmless oxygen (O2) once its sanitizing work is done. As a result, Wright Way infused water is
equally safe sanitizing fruits, vegetables, seafood and meats. It is sold with a spray bottle, all purpose
sanitizing bowl and two microfiber cleaning cloths. In addition to the development of this technology,
Wright Way has also spent the last three years preparing for the launch of the sanitizing system. They
appreciate that they are offering something that is difficult to understand, but much like the Ozone, it is
52 percent stronger than bleach and over 3,000 times faster acting. Complementing the effectiveness
is the fact that ozone, unlike other disinfectants, leaves no chemical residue and degrades to
molecular oxygen upon destroying pathogens and toxins. Turning ordinary tap water into the world’s
most powerful sanitizer commercially available. Microwave oven before it, they are offering proof. Proof
that the sanitizer kills up to 99.9 percent of pathogens commonly found on surfaces and proof that the
system, in combination with microfiber cloth, is an effective stain remover among many other things.
CLICK HERE TO ENTER TO WIN A FREE SANITIZING SYSTEM!
____________________________________________________________________
INTERIORS by Decorating Den
Martha Gray
Step One in Decorating!
So, you've just moved into a new home and although you like the layout, it's just not yet YOU! Or maybe
you're just plain tired of the decor in your living room. Sometimes, it simply does our hearts good to
give our rooms a new, fresh and lively "look".
In either case, where do you start? I suggest that you start with a master plan - one that will help guide
all your decorating decisions over the coming months. I believe the key element to successful
decorating or redecorating is to spend time - up front - creating your own personal master plan.
First of all, determine how much you can afford to spend on your design project. That figure will guide
you in many of the decisions you'll be making about purchasing furniture, flooring and window
treatments.
Once you've established a comfortable budget, your next step is to take a good critical look at the room
you're redecorating. What is it used for? How much traffic does it get? Is it a sanctuary in which you
escape the realities of every day life, or is it a room for welcoming and entertaining many guests? Such
questions are important ones to consider, because they will help dictate the style of decorating that will
work best for your personal lifestyle.
And, by all means, don't fail to work with a professional decorator. We can save you time and money,
as we work together to create the room of your dreams.
_____________________________________________________________________
Tips From Ace Hardware
The Helpful Hardware Man's Corner - Answers by Lou Manfredini
Q:I am an avid fan of yours and have a question on how to best repair cracks above doors in our home.
My husband spackled them originally and they have popped open again. I want to paint the one room
and need to fix these before painting. How do we keep them from splitting open again? I believe they
happened when we had a new roof put on a few years ago and I didn't notice at the time to tell the
construction crew what happened.
A: Thanks for listening and watching my shows. Try digging out those cracks and then use some fiber
mesh tape to cover them. Use Dura-bond joint compound to set the tape. Scrape and lightly sand, and
then apply two more coats of regular joint compound letting each coat dry overnight. Sand, prime and
paint.
________________________________________________________________________________
Finding A Good Contractor
Sponsored By Check A Pro
When considering a contractor always be sure to 'Check' them out! You should:
-Research license information with the State of Texas
-Ask them for references
-Ask them if they are insured
-Contact the local business bureau
For a list of pre-qualified service providers visit www.checkapro.com. All Check A Pro members have
been pre-qualified through the following:
-Reference Check
-Local Business Bureau Review
-License Check w/ the Sate of Texas
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