Into the Heart of My Home

According to the antique collectors and dealers, for an item to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. However, just because an item is 100-plus years old does not make it valuable. There are other factors that need to be taken into account - rarity, quality, condition and origin. If you have any heirloom hidden in the attic, but are not sure if it is a valuable piece of antique, it is best to seek professional opinion. Also, do not throw the piece away just because it looks dirty and is damaged. If indeed an antique piece, there are ways to breathe new life into it by restoring it. Antique restoration is basically getting an old piece to the closest of its original condition possible. And more than just making it looking good. Antique restoration will help make the piece usable again and if possible even add value to it. If you have any antiques skills, you can restore the piece on your own, otherwise hire a professional. Here are some tips to consider if yo...

Probably you are not aware of the fact that indoor air pollution was listed as one of the fourth environmental threats these days. At first sight it might not seem as dangerous as said, but lots of health problems are caused by the low indoor air quality. Over time, contaminants like dust mites, household mold, tobacco smoke, chemicals, bacteria and other abrasive dirt particles accumulate in your house and effects your health and the health of the entire family. These harmful contaminants circulate around the house, when you turn your cooling and heating system. While running, the contaminants are drawn into the duct system and spread around the house, causing asthma, allergies and other health problems. However, if you get the duct systems properly cleaned, you can eliminate all of these problems. Air duct cleaning is not an easy thing, you could try do that yourself but for thorough cleaning you will need a professional help. If you have concerns regarding your duct systems, call ...