29Nov 2021 by admin

Holiday Decorating Tips

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There’s no right or wrong way to decorate for the holidays, but having a few holiday decorating tips will bring you comfort and joy while you decorate your home or office. Discover how to deck their halls for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Set a Budget and Consider Your Time You can't do everything so make a plan that will suit your budget and time. You don’t want to feel overwhelmed or not prepared, while you decorate your winter wonderland. Inexpensive ornaments from a discount store can look festive when grouped together. Don't forget the cookies and music to get in the holiday spirit. Decorate Throughout the Home or Office Decorate throughout the home or office. But if there are too many decorations it can distract from your special…

22Sep 2021 by admin

Fall Maintenance Checklist for Your Home

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Today is the first day of Fall. As the season begins to change, it's time to start preparing your home for the winter weather. Tackling a few fall maintenance tasks for your home now can help you later in the season, so you can enjoy the fall colors. Most of the tasks can be done by the homeowner or if you'd rather hire a professional to handle them, it is well worth the expense. Outdoor Fall Maintenance for Your Home Clean the Gutter and Spouts This is an ongoing fall chore that you shouldn't overlook — clean all those wet autumn leaves from gutter spouts before the blockages damage your gutters. Your plumber's snake is a great tool for pulling clumps of wet leaves out of clogged downspouts.…

15Jul 2021 by admin

Tips for Designing Your Home Office

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Whether your home office is a remote workspace or a designated space for running a business, your office should be designed to be functional and comfortable. An efficient home office should have three activity areas: • Work Center – includes your workspace, computer, printer/scanner, and other frequently-used office products. • Reference Center - includes industry books, binders, manuals, and materials. • Supply Center -includes office and paper supplies, such as paper, stapler, paper clips, and more. When setting up hardware, be conscious of access to drives, trays, and cords. Don't block access to drawers or take up legroom with tangled cords. Don't forget to label the cords that connect different components to each other, as well as the cord to the electric supply. Bundle wires together to cut down on…

24Jun 2021 by admin

Summer Safety Tips for Contractors

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Summer in the Midwest is a wonderful time of the year. The days are longer, and the weather is warmer — the busiest construction season of the year. It is also a time when general contractors and subcontractors need to add extra safety practices for their crew from the dangers of summer. Heat-related illnesses, such as sunburn, heatstroke, and dehydration, are major concerns for employees working outdoors. They can lead to fatigue and could cause human error and pose a safety risk. And a lack of hydration can cause heat exhaustion. Symptoms include excessive sweating, nausea, dizziness, clammy skin, and headaches. Without treatment, heat exhaustion will set in when the body’s core temperature reaches 104 degrees and can lead to death. Keep Your Workers Hydrated Provide your workers with…

30Apr 2021 by admin

Transform Your Backyard Into Outdoor Living Space

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Are you thinking of transforming your backyard into an outdoor living space? There are a lot of factors to consider when designing your outdoor living room—space, climate, and budget. There are plenty of ideas that can enhance almost every outdoor area. It’s easy to maximize outside living spaces with these design tips! Create an Outdoor Living Room Comfy chairs and sofas, a place to set your drink, and an emphasis on family and friends gathering are really all it takes to create an outdoor living room. But when it comes to patio furniture setup ideas, having multiple areas for people to sit is one of the best. This can make your backyard seem bigger, and it helps create separate areas for entertaining. Plants and outdoor rugs can create more…

26Feb 2021 by admin

Interior Design Apps to Help you Budget and Plan

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These interior design apps help you brainstorm, budget, and plan your next renovation or room design for the home or office. Use technology to get creative with your next interior design project. Renovating your home, office, or even building a new addition, is best done with some planning. Fortunately, plenty of apps are available for your smartphone or tablet to help with the design, planning, professional consultation and even buying stages of freshening up space. Houzz has a great reputation for helping people plan for home remodeling and design, as well as providing access to a network of professionals and home decor products. The Houzz app offers access to your saved idea books and 3D virtual room staging. App users can also participate in discussions with other users and professionals…

30Oct 2020 by admin

The Latest Office Renovations for COVID-19

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During these trying times, many companies are making renovations to their offices to help keep employees safe and healthy. There are key features to consider for your office renovation during COVID-19. The coronavirus pandemic forced many businesses to shut down, some permanently. While some employees are working remotely from home, others are working in the office. Companies are considering office renovations in the time of COVID-19 to help mitigate the spread of the virus. They have a responsibility to protect their employees and comply with OSHA standards. When one employee tests positive for COVID-19, the entire office building is immediately put in jeopardy. Here is a list of the most essential features to consider for office renovations during COVID-19: Temperature Check or Thermal Screening A handheld infrared thermometer and…

29Sep 2020 by admin

Time to Winterize your Home

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As cold weather approaches, it is important to take a few preventative measures to protect and winterize your home for the chilly months ahead. Winterizing the inside and outside of your home can be done relatively inexpensively and could end up saving you money on energy bills, too. Winterize the Outside of Your Home Here's a checklist for winterizing the outside of your home. Pick a weekend to winterize before it gets cold. Clean your gutters in the fall and check them before winter. Prepare your lawn for the winter. Drain the gas from your lawnmower before storing it. Gas up your snowblower. Put your outdoor furniture away for the season or cover it with tarps. Put your grill in the garage or cover it for the winter. Disconnect…

16Jul 2020 by admin

Things to do in July During COVID-19

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We have all been stuck at home and are looking for things to do during COVID-19. Albrite Building complied a list of outdoor activities, events, and virtual events in the Western Suburbs. JULY EVENTS July - November 1, 2020 DINOS EVERYWHERE! Brookfield Zoo 3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL 60513 Price: Adults: $24.95, Children (3-11): $17.95, Seniors (65+): $19.95, Parking: $15. https://www.czs.org/dinoseverywhere July - October 11, 2020 THE GREAT MIDWESTERN ROAD TRIP EXHIBIT Elmhurst History Museum 120 E. Park Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126 Time: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Price: FREE http://www.elmhursthistory.org/ July - Early 2021 TROLL HUNT 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle, IL 60532 Add to Trip Dates: July 1, 2019 - March 31, 2021 Location: The Morton Arboretum Time: 7:00 AM Price: Adults: $15 Child: $10 Senior: $13…

29May 2020 by admin

Office Redesign during the COVID-19 Pandemic

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As businesses reopen, social distancing rules and office redesign will lead to several changes for businesses. There's much more than just putting up screens and disinfecting the office. Small and large companies will be forced to rethink how they use the office. And more importantly, how to keep their employees safe. What employers need right now is going to be very different from what they may need in eight weeks or a year from now. Next year an office may need a complete redesign. Businesses looking to bring employees back to the office should utilize best practices to keep their workforce safe. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) recommends: - Return employees gradually, not all at once - Implement Health Screenings - Temperature Checks - Disinfect and Clean Workspaces…