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Preparing for Power Outages: Why Your Home Needs a Battery Backup System

Winter storms, like the recent Winter Storm Blair, don't just bring snow and ice, they bring disruption. Over 300,000 homes remained without power, with states such as Virginia, Kentucky and West Virginia hit hardest. The fallout serves as a wake-up call for families to ensure they have reliable backup power during outages. Gas generators have… Continue reading Preparing for Power Outages: Why Your Home Needs a Battery Backup System

Energy efficient ways to stay warm in East Texas winter

LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) – When temperatures drop, many turn to the thermostat, and winterizing your home will save you money. One simple option suggested by the US Department of Energy is to open curtains. This allows sunlight to naturally heat the house and closes the windows at night to reduce the chill from cold windows.… Continue reading Energy efficient ways to stay warm in East Texas winter

Hanover begins pressure restoration; The boil water advisory continues east of I-95

HANOVER COUNTY, Va. – Hanover County officials provided an update Wednesday afternoon as some residents continue to experience low or no water pressure in their homes. The county issued a boil water warning for areas east of I-95 on Tuesday afternoon after the transition to an alternative water supply from Richmond's water resulted in low… Continue reading Hanover begins pressure restoration; The boil water advisory continues east of I-95

Students at Ashtabula Lakeside High School are adjusting to new temporary learning homes

High school students are currently attending classes in four different buildings as repairs to the damaged building continue. SAYBROOK, Ohio – Students at Ashtabula Lakeside High School are finding new places to study after a roof collapse left their building unsafe. The incident occurred shortly after Thanksgiving when heavy lake snow caused the roof to… Continue reading Students at Ashtabula Lakeside High School are adjusting to new temporary learning homes

New York State is funding the development of LED light engines

LED Specialists was recently awarded a contract by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to develop Solid State Light (SSL) motors for outdoor lighting applications. LED Specialists is an engineering services company based in Kings Park, NY, specializing in the development and integration of high brightness LED technology for lighting applications.… Continue reading New York State is funding the development of LED light engines

Jackson Design & Remodeling predicts top design trends for 2025 – San Diego Union-Tribune

Award-winning designers and architects at Jackson Design & Remodeling have released their annual list of top trends for the new year and predict that home designs in 2025 will provide a sense of comfort and comfort that soothes all the senses. Warm tones and the craftsmanship and romance of the past will inspire the luxury… Continue reading Jackson Design & Remodeling predicts top design trends for 2025 – San Diego Union-Tribune

Predictions for the custom integration industry in 2025: 7 pros share their thoughts

2024 was an important year in the smart home industry with big news, acquisitions, mergers, new innovations and new trends that are sure to shape the industry. The year saw the resurgence of the home theater market, design-led solutions, AI-powered security, new home energy solutions, a renewed emphasis on voice control, a continued rise in… Continue reading Predictions for the custom integration industry in 2025: 7 pros share their thoughts

“Has anyone else seen companies do this?”

As a homeowner was walking his dog through the neighborhood, he noticed something strange about the trees their homeowners association had planted earlier this year. Around the base of almost every tree they saw tightly wrapped burlap. In some cases the burlap appeared to reach underground. Photo credit: Reddit Photo credit: Reddit The homeowner, an… Continue reading “Has anyone else seen companies do this?”

Stadium group deploys staff, contractors race to fix Axiata Arena's leaky roof after first-day Malaysia Open badminton matches were suspended

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 – Ten Malaysia Stadium Corporation (PSM) employees and contractors have been assigned to be on standby during the 2025 Malaysia Open to ensure there is no repeat of yesterday's roof leak incident at Axiata Arena. PSM said in a statement that the Public Works Department (JKR) and contractors are also working… Continue reading Stadium group deploys staff, contractors race to fix Axiata Arena's leaky roof after first-day Malaysia Open badminton matches were suspended