Posted by admin on May 26, 2012 in
Uncategorized Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. First officially observed on May 30, 1868, it was marked by placing flowers on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. It has since evolved into recognition of all Americans who have given their lives fighting for their country. No matter how you plan to celebrate your Memorial Weekend, take a moment to remember those who sacrificed everything to give us the freedoms we enjoy today.
Posted by admin on Mar 23, 2012 in
Uncategorized You come home from work on a cold, snowy day and head for a hot shower. How long does it take for your hot water to arrive? Every minute your shower runs while you wait for the water to heat up is not only time wasted but money wasted as well. You pay for every unused gallon that is going down the drain. Multiply up to 2 1/2 gallons per minute, per shower, per day. That cost adds up quickly. Installing a hot water recirculation system gives you on-demand hot water throughout your home. It can be installed in a new home or on an existing system. So the next time you turn on a faucet or a shower, consider the time and money you could be saving.
Posted by admin on Feb 28, 2012 in
Uncategorized Blue, sunny skies and near 60 degree weather make us yearn for warmer days, but spring is not here yet! In Central Oregon, the weather can change rapidly, and it is best to be safe rather than sorry. Even on the warmer days, the nights can fall well below freezing, so remember to do what you can to prevent freeze breaks. Don’t turn the heat off to your home completely even if you turn it way down. Leave your vent covers on to protect the pipes under your home, and remember to remove your hoses from the hose bibs after washing your car or doing your other chores. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!
Posted by admin on Feb 13, 2012 in
Uncategorized Finding a qualified plumber can be a challenge under any circumstance, but you can do more to protect yourself than just check reviews and testimonials. You need to make sure that the plumbing company you hire has all the proper licenses, insurances, and bonds in the event there are any problems with the job or on the job. Not only can the homeowner be responsible for any damages created by an unlicensed, uninsured plumber, they can also be sued to pay for the medical bills and expenses if the plumber does not have workers compensation insurance and is injured performing the work.
Homeowners can log onto the Construction Contractors Board, CCB for short, and go to the licensee search to obtain a more comprehensive view of the plumbing company they are hiring. The CCB will provide the current insurance and bond information, tell you whether or not the contractor’s license is active, and let you know if the company has any outstanding claims or fines against them. It is mandatory that all plumbing companies in Oregon post their CCB number, but you may also search using the company’s name or the owner’s name. Be wary of any contractor that does not have a CCB number posted, gives a bid that is unusually low, or demands to be paid in cash. Although the extra footwork may seem like a hassle, you don’t want to find out your plumber wasn’t licensed or insured after your plumber injures himself or your house floods.
Posted by admin on Jan 18, 2012 in
Uncategorized Find Out More About Bend Oregon
In what could be classified as one of the worst kept secrets in destination travel, the word is out about the unique combination of outdoor recreation and cosmopolitan sophistication that make Bend, Oregon, one of the United States’ up-and-coming leisure destinations.
Few mountain towns have had as much praise heaped on them in recent years as Bend has, a testament to the former mill town turned adventure playground that has defined itself as the mountain town that’s got it all.
But rather than tell you what we think makes Bend unique and special among mountain destinations, we have compiled the following selection of excerpts from recent editorial features that have appeared in some of the country’s top media outlets. From USA Today to Mountain Bike, these excerpts paint a true, objective picture of all that Bend has to offer.
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