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Customer Testimonial |
Dear Robert:
As we told you upon completion of the job, we were extremely pleased with the work your company did for us. You were prompt to respond to the initial request for an estimate on the job which was quite acceptable. Once the contract was agreed upon, your company followed through with a terrific job on an especially difficult task.
The entire crew was prompt, courteous, and very thorough in their work.
We certainly would recommend Optima to anyone seeking to find a trustworthy and professional cleaning service.
Thank you again for all your help.
Sincerely,
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Welcome to Optima Home Solutions, your Maryland home improvement and maintenance resource. Our commitment to excellence is evident in the Maryland contractors and home maintenance craftsmen we choose. Our contractors and craftsmen only use quality, durable products that offer our customers the value they deserve. We stand behind our work and craftsmanship and only use local Maryland contractors who do the same!
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 $1,500 TAX CREDIT: Garage doors, replacement windows and entry doors installed in 2009 or 2010 may be eligible for a tax credit of 30% up to $1,500 provided that the product is installed in or on the taxpayer’s principal residence.
Installation costs are NOT covered for selected products, just the cost of the garage door itself is covered.
ENERGY STAR does not label garage doors.
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| Green Living Notebook |
Preventing termite damage
It was interesting to learn that most termite barriers only discourage termites and won't always stop them. However, if termites are having problems accessing the object of their desire, they will construct tunnels/tubes over a guard. The tunnels are necessary so that the termites don't dry out when exposed to dryer air and sunlight. These tubes can be easily spotted and the invasion intercepted before they do too much damage.
The best way to avoid a termite infestation is to ensure you keep wood well away from your home - for example logs used as garden borders, firewood, wooden stairs and decks. If you do intend to construct with wood outside your home and don't wish to use chemically treated wood, there are some naturally termite-resistant species of trees you can use. The availability of these types of lumber will vary between countries, so it's best to check with a local expert.
In the case of non-termite resistant lumber, all wood-to-soil and wood-to-concrete contacts should be eliminated where possible and all wood that is exposed to moisture should be properly sealed.
As termites require moisture and warmth to go about their destructive business, it's also a good idea not to store lumber or cellulose based materials such as newspapers under your house and ensure there's adequate ventilation.
Another preventative measure is the use of bait blocks. These are wedge shaped pieces of termiticide treated wood you drive into the ground around your home. As termites always send out scouts first, these scouts are attracted to the bait and send for the troops. Termites feeding on the bait also distribute the poison to the nest on their return. Some of these baits have been designed not to interfere with ants or earthworms; however they are toxic to aquatic organisms.
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