Did you get new concrete walks, patio or stairs this year? Salt will ruin the surface if used before complete curing, which takes a whole year! Use sand instead of salt for the first winter, and keep that smooth surface! And remember to have a no-shoes policy this year too, because tracked-in sand will harm your floors.
New Concrete? Use no salt this year!
January 13th, 2012Wicker Park/ Bucktown Chamber website now live!
January 6th, 2012A great resource for all: shopping, eating/drinking, architecture, and art itineraries, deals, events, and general cool stuff!
Yes, of course Littlerock is in there:
www.wickerparkbucktown.com/business-listings/littlerock-construction-inc
Take the plunge!
January 3rd, 2012Thank you note from a client
December 8th, 2011Georgian Luxury Bath
December 1st, 2011I’m really proud of this Georgian bath- luxurious yet understated, it fits into the home beautifully and satisfies all the owner’s wishes:
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Crazy easy way to save $ on heat this winter…
November 17th, 2011CRAZY easy way to save $ on heat this winter? Take 5-10 minutes and make sure all your windows are closed AND locked! Double hung windows often drop the top sash- not enough to notice, just enough to leak heat constantly; casements and awning windows are NOT closed all the way unless you close the locks. Locking all windows allows weatherstrip to do its job- and you save the dough!
How to: Size HVAC systems for efficiency.
November 15th, 2011This article might be a little too “wonky” for some, but proper sizing really is the key to efficiency!
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Glass Block is now energy efficient!
November 11th, 2011
Thermal Glass Block
Glass block has always been a big problem solver- security, privacy, noise…but never has it been energy efficient, because the temperature outside transfers directly to the inside surface. Now, glass block is available with a thermal break- so the thermal transfer doesn’t occur- and even Low-E! They cost more, but this product offers comfort and energy cost savings along with all the other stuff GB is good for!