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Christina & Ali |
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| Greetings!
|  I hope the summer is going well for everyone. We have had an abnormally warm summer so far, so we are going to address roof ventilation in this issue.
We shot a video of the new staff members, please click the picture to the right. You will also notice the dishwasher recall in this month's newsletter. I thought it was important, due to the fact that it is a fire hazard. The "Green Tips" will continue to be a part of our newsletters, from here on out.
We hope you enjoy and continue to read the newsletters. I really appreciate all of the positive feedback and as always, please send us your suggestions for upcoming editions.
Regards,
Gil Clark |
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Attic Ventilation Tips
By Ron Fansler
Proper Attic Ventilation Link | Proper attic ventilation is the key to maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for your home. As well, unnecessary repair and replacement costs related to your roof can be avoided with the proper attic ventilation. A home with an adequate ventilation system helps with the following:
* Full life expectancy of shingles and roof sheathing
* Heat Control in the Summer months
* Moisture Control in the Winter months
* Preventing ice dams.
Innovative industry research has discovered that the optimum attic ventilation is achieved by a home with an adequately balanced intake (soffit/eave area) and exhaust (ridge/peak). Power attic fans, with the exception of a few select applications, have become a thing of the past. Unfortunately, most homes in this region have been, and are still constructed with fully vented soffits which provide adequate intake; however, inadequate exhaust. It still is common practice by some builders and contractors to rely on gable vents as a means for intake and exhaust. This practice results in a "short circuit" of the air flow in the attic space causing premature aging of the shingles, roof sheathing, and an environment conducive for mold growth. As a certified Air Vent Inc. contractor, G.H. Clark always recommends installing a baffled ridge vent (Shingle Vent II by Air Vent Inc.) to accommodate proper exhaust. This product can be installed as a retro fit application, or in conjunction with a roof replacement.
For more information, feel free to ask us for a free "Attic Ventilation" consultation to help your family maintain a comfortable and safe environment in your home or click the photo in this article. |
| Maytag Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
The recall includes Maytag®, Amana®, Jenn-Air®, Admiral®, Magic Chef®, Performa by Maytag® and Crosley® brand dishwashers with plastic tubs and certain serial numbers. The affected dishwashers were manufactured with black, bisque, white, silver and stainless steel front panels. The brand name is printed on the front of the dishwasher. The model and serial numbers are printed on a label located inside the plastic tub on a tag near the left side of the door opening.
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Green Tips
By Terry Quinn
 We at G.H. Clark think of being or going "Green" as nothing more than trying to reduce our energy consumption, thereby reducing our dependency on imported energy and moving ourselves toward greater self-reliance so we can strengthen our prosperity, security and independence.
The good news is that it only takes small changes to have an immediate positive impact, many of them costing little to nothing at all. The tips being offered today are more of what we would refer to as "Low Tech" tips.
During the warm summer months, there's nothing quite like a blast of AC to snap you out of a sluggish warm weather feeling. But there are a ton of things that you can do to possibly avoid having to use the AC at all. One very simple approach is to open your windows when it's cool and close them (and your curtains, blinds and doors) when it's warm. The outside heat won't be able to enter most homes and you can use a fan to circulate the air while you are inside. We recommend that you use window tint on windows with high levels of sun penetration. A local reputable company is Xlint-Tint; ask for Jeff Green 410-257-5511.
A simple tip to staying cool is to make sure that you wear seasonally appropriate clothing in the summer in your house. You'll definitely feel like cranking the AC if you're lounging around in your office clothes after you get home from work. A cold shower can also help you cool down and will prevent you from feeling sweaty and grimy. You should also save the baking and heavy cooking for times when it's not broiling outside as the heat from the oven will only make it hotter inside. Outdoor cooking like grilling is a good alternative. |
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