Although details may vary slightly from home to home, the average mobile home built up to the mid 80's is constructed with 2 x 4 in. exterior walls and RSI 2.1 (R-12) batt insulation. From the mid 80's to present day: exterior walls are 2 x 6 in. walls with R-20 batt insulation. Ceiling insulation is R-24 to R-34.

Mobile homes built before the mid-1970's are less airtight than newer homes. Generally, the leakage areas are distributed all throughout the unit, but in double-wide homes, the joint between the two halves can be a source of significant air leakage. In fact, if you combine all sources, there is an average 12 x 13 in. air gap.

Homes with forced-air systems often do not have cold air ducts which inhibits ventilation of the entire unit. Homes usually sit on pile foundations with an un-insulated, unheated crawl space.

The following are improvements you can make that will help you save energy in your mobile home. The potential for savings varies on the year and condition of your unit and your location. They are designed to reduce:

- energy use
- drafts
- summer overheating
- moisture and condensation problems
- exterior noise
- greenhouse gas emissions
- improve humidity levels
- improve indoor air quality
- increase overall comfort level

1. Heating:

Replace furnace with a high efficiency model based on the size of your mobile home. In some cases the furnace can be combined with the water heater so that only one unit is required. Seal any ductwork wherever you can access it easily. Install programmable thermostats to automatically lower temperatures during the night or when you're not around.

2. Drafts:

Seal up air leaks around light fixtures, wiring, where services enter through walls or floors, and in double-wide homes, the joint where the two halves meet. Better air sealing will also prevent humidity levels from dropping, but if levels go below 30 per cent, consider adding a humidifier.

3. Insulation:

Increase ceiling insulation to a minimum of R-28. If your unit has a vaulted ceiling, the change can be made from the interior with little impact to the ceiling height. Rigid board insulation (with seams sealed), could also be attached to the ceiling and covered with gypsum board. Insulate hot water pipes with pipe insulation and insulate hot water tank.

4. Windows:

Replace windows with an energy-efficient, low-e, argon gas, double-glazed variety. Ensure the joint around the window frame is well-sealed and the weatherstripping is in good shape.

5. Exterior Doors:

If your unit has the older wooden exterior doors, consider replacing with the insulated metal version. They're durable, easy to maintain and look great. Repair any damaged weatherstripping. You may want to consider adding a small vestibule to catch cold air before entering the house in areas with especially bad weather.

6. Basements & Crawlspaces:

For homes on pile foundations, ensure the skirt is completely insulated and that the road barrier is in good condition.

Reduce moisture by covering dirt or concrete floors by placing a continuous layer of polyethylene over top, carrying 6 inches up the wall.

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What are the causes of chimney fires? Chimney fires happen a lot more often than you would ever think. Have you ever seen what chimney fires are capable of? A chimney fire is very serious and damaging. It can burn down a home down completely if it is not put out in time. Chimneys have to be maintained by cleaned them inside and on the inside and outside they must be checked for cracks in the bricks of the chimney. Animals like birds or squirrels can build nests inside a chimney that can cause fires. Chimney fires can happen suddenly when there is a nest present or from excessive creosote buildup.

Sometimes a chimney fire will make a loud noise as it happens and fire can come out of the top of it. If there are any cracks anywhere on the inside of the chimney that the flames can get into, it can set the home itself on fire too. Did you know that the flames that can come out of the top can be several feet high? This is usually because of the creosote build up. Creosote is the sticky, sooty substance that clings to the interior wall of the chimney and the flue after many fires have been burned in the fireplace. Chimneys need to be cleaned each year after the burning season is over. This way they will not smell so bad and they will be ready to use next year.

To help prevent creosote build up, you can use creosote wood blocks or logs in the fireplace. These special logs or blocks have additives that help to dry the creosote build up so it is no longer as flammable. These special logs can be purchased at most department stores that carry home supplies or at your local hardware store.

Do not think that a chimney fire will not happen in your home. They can occur when you least expect it if your chimney interior is dirty. If there are cracks or the bricks are falling apart somewhere on the chimney, get it fixed before you use it. Have a professional look at it and make the repairs so your fireplace is safe to use.

In the summer you want to protect your fireplace and your chimneys by putting a cap over it so things will not get in it. But remember, before you start a fire, take it off. Even with the cap, make sure the chimney flue is closed when a fireplace is not being used. When you start to use it in the winter, make sure that you reopen the flue because if you do not the smoke will come back in the house.

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While you often come across leaking faucets and low-pressure showers that need some plumbing, it's relatively rare to experience a problem in septic tanks. That's primarily because of the way these tanks are designed. However, if we don't take care of them and use them with neglect, it can bring damage to the septic system and can result in huge expenses. That's the subject this short article seeks to deal with.

Let's first see how septic tanks function properly for so long without maintenance. Initially, when something travels through the lines from our homes, it goes to the septic tank. Visualize of it as a gigantic tank that is usually made of concrete though very old ones are probably made of steel. The drainage lines enter the tank through an inlet tee near the top, while there is another outlet tee at the other end from where liquids leaves the tank and goes to the drain field into the soil.

When water enters through the inlet tee, the solids usually go down and pile up at the bottom of the septic tank forming sludge. Some solids that don't sink inside the water gather at the surface along with grease and oily liquids forming scum. Since the outlet tee is at a certain height, solids from the sludge usually don't pass on to the drain field. Likewise, the tees keep sludge and dirt away from the out and inlet.

Bacteria inside the septic tank help liquefy solids continuously so that the sludge doesn't get high enough to enter the outlet. This is the manner in which septic tanks continue functioning well - unless damage occurs to them, which it usually does eventually. The problems mostly occur when either the sludge or the slum grow up so much that they reach the inlet or the outlet. So the only way to keep the system running smoothly is by pumping the waste out of the tank before the sludge or scum become overgrown in volume.

Nevertheless, you still need to be careful in your routine life to increase the performance of septic tanks. Firstly, the drain field should not be damp with rainwater; if it is already overloaded with water from other sources, it would not be able to efficiently absorb the water coming from the septic tank. Similarly, see that your internal drainage lines aren't sending loads of water unnecessarily into the septic tank. A common reason for this can be leaking faucets or overrunning showers. So fix these problems whenever you come across them.

Secondly, do not plant trees close to septic tanks as the roots may grow into the equipment and cause problems. And don't throw all sorts of garbage into your drainage system. Diapers, condoms, napkins aren't usually broken down into liquids by bacteria and would quickly pile up the level of sludge inside the septic tank. Additionally, ensure you do not use chemical cleaning agents in substantial volumes; these cleaners typically eliminate bacteria inside the tanks and hinder the processing of liquefying solids. And most importantly, never drain grease or other oily liquids; these would gather inside tanks as scum and may even harm the soil and drain field if they escape through the outlet.

Take all these precautionary steps and you will rarely face problems with the septic system.

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Cork wood flooring is magnificent. It is beautiful and environmentally friendy. I don't think there are many people who have seen true cord wood flooring who would disagree. But like most beautiful things in life, you need to take care of it. Before you plunk down good money for good cork, you should be aware of what is involved in taking care of it. Follow this advice and your cork flooring will last a long, long time.

You should sweep or vacuum your floor often to remove particles of dirt, which can scratch your floor. This should be done weekly to keep it looking smooth and shiny. A tip for cutting down on the amount of floor sweeping you have to do is to place floor mats at any doors that lead into a room with cork flooring. It is only polite for guests entering your home to wipe their feet before stepping onto your beautiful cork flooring.

Cork flooring calls for using cleaners made especially for hardwood. Never use just water on your floor. Clean up any spills as soon as they happen. When mopping, make sure your mop is well-wrung, rather than being saturated. Avoid harsh abrasive cleaners, oil, or ammonia-based cleaners. A monthly light damp mopping will keep your floor shining.

It is best not to move furniture that easily scratches floors. A good idea is to use floor protectors so that the feet of your furniture do not come in direct contact with the floor. Use mats and wide wheels on furniture that is movable. And never, ever drag furniture across your cork floor. If it has to be moved, it should be picked up and gently set down where it needs to be.

Place a rug or mat on areas of the floor that will be walked on often, such as in certain parts of a kitchen. This will prevent premature wear and keep your flooring surface looking even. Avoid using mats or other items that have rubber backings because they can trap moisture and damage your floor. Your floor should stay dry, with no excess moisture.

Try not to have too much weight on any one area of your floor. Even weight distribution will prevent indentations and help keep the surface looking shiny and even.

Your target humidity is 50%. Humidity getting too low is very bad for your floor because it causes the wood to begin releasing moisture, which leads to shrinkage. This is bad news for your floor. Using a humidifier may be an excellent idea because it will keep your room humidity where it needs to be. Don't risk ruining your cork flooring - keep your humidity in check.

Another thing to avoid is excessive sunlight. Fading can result from being exposed to too much sun. In rooms that have cork flooring, it is advisable to use plenty of shading.

Watch out for water seepage from plants or any other entity that holds water. If you have seapage, make sure there is something beneath the object that will catch the water before it ruins your floor.

If you're going to go with cork flooring, you've got to be willing to do the things that will keep it protected. Your cork wood flooring will bring you joy for years to come if you maintain it with the advice in this article.

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Ceiling fans provide an outdoor wind to your home and refreshes many a family member and guest. When the sultry summer winds grow too hot, or the tropical heat grows too humid, hit up that fan switch and relax away with that self-made wind circulating in your own home.

These fans provide you and your family a fresh air to run around and enjoy with. While you are conversing with your children and relatives, turn on that fan to induce comfort among heat-stricken people. These fans are especially best-sellers in tropical countries where the luxury of air-conditioning systems are unaffordable.

However, there is one drawback to ceiling fans. In contrast to regular electric fans, these fans do not solely provide the entire air breeze that you need. Instead, look to them as mere circulates of air in your living room, porch, or main bedroom. They do not provide you the immediate comfort of air blasting to you, courtesy of an industrial-strength stand fan. These fans however, provide a gentle movement of air in a particular room; spinning away the hot air and inviting cool air into your midst.

There are basically two types of these fans. One is the downward fan which is typical in hot countries. The blades of the fan, both the length and the width, are sloped downwards. The blades literally cut through the air, pushing the air downwards in a counter-clockwise spiral. Downward fans have a faster cooling effect than any other type of fan.

In winter and on cold days, upward fans are utilized. Since hot air rises and cold air is heavier, hot air on a cold day will rise to the ceiling, leaving cool air on the surface of the room. Upward fans have their blades tilted in such a way that cold air from below is sucked up and displaces the hot air in the ceiling. The hot air would then travel to the ground level and somehow warm the people inside the room. The hot and cold levels of air would then circulate around the room.

Fans mounted in the ceiling are operated in different ways. Generally, the modern types are the most convenient ones since they feature pull down chains to start the fan. These can be pulled in usually three cycles: slow, medium, and high. In addition, these fans are also installed with light bulbs, making them serve a dual purpose of cooling and lighting the room.

Some have variable-speed controls situated and installed at the sides of the room. Wall-mounted controls are still common particularly in mansions were rooms are a tad higher than in common houses. The newest types of fans are equipped with wireless remote controls and sensors. Now, no one has to grab up the chains or go to the switch box to start a fan; all can be turned on with a remote control.

These fans come in different shapes and sizes, and with different functions as described above. Moreover, ceiling fans are available in different designs that suit your home styles very well.

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Floods cause destruction to many things such as homes, land, vehicles, businesses, and more. Depending on how high the flood gets determines how much damage there may be. Floods can take place when a hurricane hits, heavy rain falls, a dam breaks, or water pipes burst. The force of the water can knock down many things that lie in its path, even sturdy things that are hard to move. The force can be so strong that just a few inches can sometimes move cars, tear down things, or take someone or something with the current of the water.

Many people have died in floods due to being sucked under the water. Others have gotten injured or have suffered from it in other ways. Homes have been torn down due to the flood ripping the foundation or even the ground out from under it. Mud slides have been caused due to a lot of dirt and water mixing together. These mud slides are very dangerous and can happen as quickly and unexpectedly as a flood. Floods and mudslides can come under the doors, into the basements, break through windows, and any other places there is a crack it can get into. Natural disaster floods can carry many things like in them like chemicals, sewage, and all types of trash and other debris.

This kind of flood water is referred to as black water because it is so filthy, which makes it even more dangerous for you. The power could be out for days, weeks, or even longer depending on how long it takes for the water to recede and how soon the damage can be repaired. Sometimes people have to use boats to get around and cross the water safely. Sometimes people are forced to move out of their homes and even their town until the water is gone and clean up can begin.

You have to watch out for floods no matter where you live. Never think that one can not happen where you live because you could be very wrong. You must have flood insurance whether you think you need it or not. Flood insurance is to protect you so you can get your life back if you are ever involved in a natural disaster. You have to think ahead and do this for your family because any place can have a flood even if the area has never experienced one that anyone can remember.

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If you want to do something different to your house or fix it up, you can remodel it the way it was or make changes the way you want them. Home improvement to your house can be more work than you think, it is good to have someone help you so you will not get hurt or in over your head. You can get home improvement books on how to remodeling and renovations in your home or you can get professionals to work on your home. Different things are done to different parts of the house and you have to know what you are doing for it to be done correctly.

If you do not know what to do or how to do it, then you should go with professionals. You might still be able to help them as they go. If you are changing the inside of your home, sometimes you have to gut out parts of the interior. But first you have to get everything out of there before you do anything. Before you start, turn off the power, make sure it is all the way off because if it is not you can get hurt. You also want to take out all the covers to the electrical outlets and light switches so you will not have trouble getting around them to get the walls torn down.

Make sure you put caps over the wires so they are protected and when you start watch out for the wires so you do not damage them. If you are changing the ceiling, you will need to have someone help you hold it up so it will not hit you in the head and do not stand on something weak or not level. You can fall down and you can crack your head, so watch what you are doing when it comes to that.

With a floor, you can tear it out piece by piece and do it one board at a time. Clean the area before you start so nothing will be in the way. After all, that you have check the area under the floor to see any signs of damage before you continue. This way you will not run into problems down the road and have to tear it up again. You will definitely need to have professionals to do the work on the electric and the plumbing because in many states it is illegal to do these two things without a license. Plumbing and electrical wiring can cause some serious damage when they are not installed correctly. These are not the things you need to cut corners on.

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Have you really taken a good look at your roof lately? If the answer to this question is no, then you really need too. Most of your homes roofs start to collect some kind of moisture after becoming subject to heavy winds and rain, sometimes even if your home is only a few years old or so. In some cases this damage can happen even before this home is bought. If you were to be in the market to buy a home, you always want to have a professional inspector to do a through check of this home from top to bottom.

They will check the roof, foundation, and everything else to make sure that there is not any water damage or mold damage that might have been done to this structure before the building was finished. You will definitely want to have this done if you are thinking of buying an older home. If they find this kind of damage, you might be able to have the owners of the home make the repairs themselves or you might be able to get the home for a lower cost. If you plan on making the repairs yourself, the insurance company will not likely help you with the costs of the repairs.

If you were looking at a new home and find this damage first, you might want to find out how long the new home as been sitting and who built the home. The seller should have to repair the damage before you sign on the bottom line. In this economy, there are a lot of homes that are on the market that have been there for some time and some of them are new homes. Some of them might even have the musty smell from sitting to long without any kind of air flow. Then again it might be mold if any water has gotten into the home somehow.

Some of this damage could be so bad that the home would be considered unsuitable for living conditions and this house would have to be removed from the market and torn down. As moisture leads to mold with-in a 24 to 36 hour span, any home can become affected rather quickly so you really need to make sure that the home you buy does not have this damage. You will need to have your roof checked yearly to make sure that it does not end up with sagging beams or the dreaded soft spots.

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If you are looking for log homes for sale in Aiken, South Carolina - look no further. My website is an excellent tool to help with your Aiken area property search. Aiken SC offers something for everyone! Log Homes, Golf & Gated Communities, Equestrian with houses and building lots for sale, Condos & Townhouses, Patio Homes, Commercial Properties, Development Land, Horse Property, Historic & Luxury Estates, Downtown cottages, Polo properties... all this and more are for sale in Aiken County, South Carolina. Have you heard about Woodside Plantation and The Reserve at Woodside? A popular gated community in Aiken. No matter what your dream…. Log homes, condos, town homes, cottages, horse farms, golf property, lots, land, investments… you can find it, right here, in Aiken South Carolina. Start searching for your next Aiken SC properties today. Some of the best South Carolina Golf Communities are located in Aiken County South Carolina. Build your dream South Carolina Log Home.  For listings in Aiken - all areas: Rural, SE, NE, NW, SW - start your search right here. Looking for a golf course house? Are you investing for your future? Real Estate in Aiken can't be beat! Your one stop place for Aiken County Real Estate. Search the entire Aiken MLS right here! Find your Aiken realty today. Call Gene today for your Aiken SC Real Estate needs. Gene Mock, Realtor. Gene is a member of The National Association of Realtors, South Carolina Association of Realtors, and Aiken Board of Realtors.

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Have you ever looked in the gutters of your home and found that they were completely clogged up? This means it has been far too long since they have been cleaned out. You might even see small sprouts of plants or trees that have begun to grow in the mud and dirt. With these trees will come mold or moss and this will cause your gutters to rust with time. The mold can spread to any wood it comes in contact with and rotting will begin. If you happen to see any of these signs, you should look at you roof as well. You could have a really big problem from water damage and mold.

You will need to have this fixed as soon as you can. Get your gutters cleaned out and search them for damage. If you check your roof every year, you might be able to catch the problem before it gets to bad. When you find a problem like loose shingles, you might be able to fix this yourself, but if you find a much bigger problem you will need to have a professional roofing company come in. If you have caught this problem fast enough, the cost of having the roof repaired might not be so costly.

These professional workers will be able to come in and do this job in a lot less time than it would take you as they have the right equipment and a full crew to do the job. If you try to do this on your own, not only would it take you a lot longer, but it can be dangerous. If the job were to require a full removal of the whole roof, you could really run in to a lot of troubles. This company would look over your roof before they would even start. This way they will know about all of the damage before hand.

When you go on your roof you should always check your gutters too. You should clean these every year and make sure that rainwater water run down the extension pipes and that it flows away from your home. If your find that your gutters have rust spots in them and are barely hanging on, replacing might be a good idea. You might consider the new style of gutters that allow water to flow into them, but keep out the other debris that clogs them up. They are made from more rustproof materials and are supposed to last for years. You want to avoid water damage and mold in your home as best as you can, and keeping the roof and gutters in good condition is the best place to start.

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If you are looking for log homes for sale in Aiken, South Carolina - look no further. My website is an excellent tool to help with your Aiken area property search. Aiken SC offers something for everyone! Log Homes, Golf & Gated Communities, Equestrian with houses and building lots for sale, Condos & Townhouses, Patio Homes, Commercial Properties, Development Land, Horse Property, Historic & Luxury Estates, Downtown cottages, Polo properties... all this and more are for sale in Aiken County, South Carolina. Have you heard about Woodside Plantation and The Reserve at Woodside? A popular gated community in Aiken. No matter what your dream…. Log homes, condos, town homes, cottages, horse farms, golf property, lots, land, investments… you can find it, right here, in Aiken South Carolina. Start searching for your next Aiken SC properties today. Some of the best South Carolina Golf Communities are located in Aiken County South Carolina. Build your dream South Carolina Log Home.  For listings in Aiken - all areas: Rural, SE, NE, NW, SW - start your search right here. Looking for a golf course house? Are you investing for your future? Real Estate in Aiken can't be beat! Your one stop place for Aiken County Real Estate. Search the entire Aiken MLS right here! Find your Aiken realty today. Call Gene today for your Aiken SC Real Estate needs. Gene Mock, Realtor. Gene is a member of The National Association of Realtors, South Carolina Association of Realtors, and Aiken Board of Realtors.

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Keeping your fireplace from causing damages to your home will mean that you must have it cleaned and checked once every year. Keeping the interior of the fireplace box itself cleaned out is rather easy. You can use a broom and dustpan to keep down the build up of soot and ash. When you go to do this make sure that the ashes are completely cold and no little spark is still under this mound. When you are sure this ash is cold, put it in a metal bucket so that you can remove it safely from the home.

When you are done with the fireplace for the season, you will need to find a professional chimney sweep to come and do a through cleaning. You could wait the many months until you are ready to use it again, but cleaning it as soon as you are through using it can reduce the smoke smell that might carry through the summer. However, having it cleaned and inspected now will not mean that damage can not happen over the summer months and you could still need to have it inspected again before you use it in the fall. Animals could build a nest in it or storms could cause exterior leaks or other damage.

Water can cause damage by deteriorating the cement on the top of the chimney and the cement between the brick or rock. There is normally flashing installed under the shingles around the chimney where it meets the roof and if these shingles become loose or missing, water can sometimes begin to seep in. When this happens you can get water damage to the home interior and can have a musty smell where mold might have set in.

When a fireplace has a flue that does not work properly, it can allow more smoke to get into the inside of the home than would be normal. Smoke can damage your home too over time. It will leave a sooty residue on your furnishings, walls, ceilings, and floors. It will also make your home smell bad as long as this sticky residue is present. Sometimes a thorough cleaning will have to be done in the home to remove the smoke residue and smell.

Most importantly, a damaged fireplace can cause a house fire. You could have a chimney fire when creosote build up is present and if the chimney has cracks, the fire could reach flammable places that is was never supposed to touch. This is why cleaning and maintenance is so important before you use your fireplace each year.

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                                                                                           GENE MOCK ~ MAKING IT EASY!

If you are looking for log homes for sale in Aiken, South Carolina - look no further. My website is an excellent tool to help with your Aiken area property search. Aiken SC offers something for everyone! Log Homes, Golf & Gated Communities, Equestrian with houses and building lots for sale, Condos & Townhouses, Patio Homes, Commercial Properties, Development Land, Horse Property, Historic & Luxury Estates, Downtown cottages, Polo properties... all this and more are for sale in Aiken County, South Carolina. Have you heard about Woodside Plantation and The Reserve at Woodside? A popular gated community in Aiken. No matter what your dream…. Log homes, condos, town homes, cottages, horse farms, golf property, lots, land, investments… you can find it, right here, in Aiken South Carolina. Start searching for your next Aiken SC properties today. Some of the best South Carolina Golf Communities are located in Aiken County South Carolina. Build your dream South Carolina Log Home.  For listings in Aiken - all areas: Rural, SE, NE, NW, SW - start your search right here. Looking for a golf course house? Are you investing for your future? Real Estate in Aiken can't be beat! Your one stop place for Aiken County Real Estate. Search the entire Aiken MLS right here! Find your Aiken realty today. Call Gene today for your Aiken SC Real Estate needs. Gene Mock, Realtor. Gene is a member of The National Association of Realtors, South Carolina Association of Realtors, and Aiken Board of Realtors.

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