by | | Dave Silva, Home Remodeling, Smart Home
Smart Home Technology is still in its infancy, the number of smart home products and devices that let you control your lighting, thermostat, home theater, door locks, security cameras, alarms and sensors or even your crock-pot from your smart phone—is rapidly growing....
by | | Dave Silva, Home Remodeling, Smart Home
Distributed Control System Distributed control systems use wiring already in the home, such as standard power line wiring, telephone wire (4 pair), video wire, radio frequency (RF) signals and infrared (IR) signals. Microchip controls installed in appliances or...
by | | Ask a Contractor, bathroom remodel, counter tops, Dave Silva, Home Remodeling, kitchen remodel
Granite countertops might be the most distinguished material currently used. Polished granite slabs and granite tiles are both available. Slabs have the edge in elegance; tiles bring an Old World or country feel to the kitchen. Both are gorgeous. • Pros: Rich,...
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Question: I have been hearing that the common light bulbs (incandescent bulbs) are being replaced with these new LED lights. What are they and are they expensive? Answer: LED stands for Light-Emitting-Diode (Diode is an electronic device, through which current can...
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Question: My parents house was built in 1940 and I had someone come out to look at some projects my parents wanted done. The man who came out to the house said the floor tiles and ceiling material might have asbestos in them. Is this something I need to be concerned...