In Time Renovations LLC

05/28/2015

PLEASE SHARE: Immediate openings for a remodeling company! Looking for 1 skilled, all phase of remodeling, carpenter with all necessary tools, general laborer, and painters (mostly residential and multi-family; interior & exterior). RRP certified or LBP certified worker or supervisor a plus but not mandatory. Must have RELIABLE transportation, cell phone, be able to work weekends on occasion, be a US citizen or legally able to work in the US, have a clean driver history, clean criminal history and NO ILLEGAL DRUGS. Qualified low-income City of Tacoma residents, displaced workers or veterans are encouraged to apply. Submit resume to [email protected].

12/21/2014

And EVEN MORE on water...

In the kitchen:
Keep drinking water in the refrigerator instead of letting the faucet run until the water is cold.
Wash fruits & veggies in a basin.
Do not use water to defrost frozen foods; thaw them in the refrigerator overnight.
Use a dishpan for washing and rinsing dishes. (I use a large Tupperware bowl.)
Add food waste to a compost pile rather than down the garbage disposal. (More on composting later.)
Operate the dishwasher only when completely full. And if you must rinse off your dishes before loading into the dishwasher, do so using cold water and again, fill a basin or dishpan and use that water rather than running the faucet.

Outdoors:
Sweep driveways, sidewalks, and steps rather than hosing them off.
Wash the car from a bucket and on the lawn or consider using a commercial car wash that recycles the water.
Use an automatic shutoff nozzle when using a garden hose.
Lower the water level in your pool to reduce the amount of water splashed out.
Use a pool cover to reduce evaporation when the pool is not in use.

12/20/2014

More on saving water...

In the bathroom:
Never use your toilet as a wastebasket.
Don't let the water run while shaving or brushing your teeth.
Take short showers instead of tub baths.
Turn off the water flow while soaping, shampooing or shaving in the shower,
Before pouring water down the drain, consider other uses for it, such as watering a plant or garden.

In the laundry:
Use the appropriate water level or load size selection on the washing machine. Some newer models automatically sense load size.
Wash full loads whenever possible to save energy as well as water.

12/20/2014

Five ways to save water: 1. Stop leaks such as faucet drips, running toilets, outdoor sprinkler systems, water-using appliances. 2. Replace old toilets. Older toilets used much more water for each flush than the high-efficiency toilets on the market today which use 1.6 gallons or less per flush. 3. Replace old clothes washers. Washers are the second largest water user in your home. If your washer is old, consider buying a newer model with EPA's Energy Star certification. Energy Star washers use 35 to 50% less water and at least 50% less energy per load. 4. Plant the right plants. Select plants appropriate for your climate and consider using xeriscaping, a landscaping technique designed to create a visually attractive landscape by using low-water-use and drought-resistant grass, plants, shrubs, and trees. If maintained properly, a xeriscape can use less than 1/2 the water of a traditional landscape. 5. Provide only the water plants need. Automatic landscape irrigation systems are a home's biggest water user. Adjust your irrigation controller at least once a month to account for changes in the weather and install a rain shutoff device, soil moisture sensor, or humidity sensor to better control irrigation. For indoor plants, consider using the water left over from your water bottles when you don't drink all of the bottle. Don't pour good water down the drain, collect it in a pitcher or jug labeled "plant water."

12/19/2014

WE ARE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE TO QUALIFY FOR THIS FREE GRANT FUNDING!!! PLEASE READ THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR LEAD BASED PAINT STABILIZATION ON YOUR HOME:

The State of Washington has asked our company (more specifically, Kerry) to run the Healthy Homes Program for the State. This program is for people who have an 80% median income level (I can let you know if you qualify); own a home that was built before 1978 that has active peeling or chipping paint that tests positive for lead based paint (can be exterior or interior paint); and has at least one child under the age of 6 that lives in the home or visits the home at least 60 hours annually. This funding is first come first served until it runs out (hopefully the State will get another grant but we never know) so act fast!

12/19/2014

A great site to check out if you are looking for assistance such as dental or medical care; rental assistance; housing; food and so much more. Go to www.win211.org. Please share this information!

12/18/2014

Rebates, grants and loans from the government are changing constantly from year-to-year. If you need weatherization repairs (such as windows, doors, insulation, etc.), heating system repairs/replacement, assistance with utility deposits or reconnection fees or paying your utility bills call your local utility company for more information on the programs currently available. This isn't just in the local area but all over the United States. (Federal funding is provided to municipalities who submit a request so funding availability will depend on several factors, mainly if your municipality submitted a request that was granted.)

12/04/2014

You can always get burn ban information for Pierce County by texting "pierceburn" (no quotations) to 313131.

12/04/2014

Funding is now available to help remove or replace old wood stoves and fireplaces inserts in homes within the Smoke Reduction Zone. If you live in the Zone (which includes much of Pierce County) and have a pre-1995 or uncertified wood stove or insert in your home, Puget Sound Clean Air Agency can help you! There is a buy-back reward program that gives you money for your old wood stove or insert; a replacement discount program that gives you a discount for installation of a new device; and a program for low-income qualified individuals that may pay for up to the full cost of a heating replacement. See more information at www.airsafepiercecounty.org/woodstove or call 253.798.4540.

It’s no secret. Older, uncertified wood stoves and inserts are dirty, less efficient and pollute the air – both inside your home and the air around your neighborhood.

11/21/2014

When wintry weather blows, will your family be prepared?

Here is a basic checklist of items to include in your emergency kit:
Food & water to cover four days for each person residing in your home. Food should not require heating or refrigeration such as canned meat, soups, cereal, and energy bars. Rotate your food supply often throughout the year so you won't have expired food in your kit.
Include a manual can opener, paper plates, cups and plastic utensils.
Include a gallon of water per person per day for four days. Make sure to replace the water with new water at least twice a year.
Include flashlights, batteries, a self-charging weather radio and a portable cell phone charger.
Don't forget a first-aid kit and a four-day supply of prescription or over-the-counter medications.
Have blankets/sleeping bags and cold-weather clothing for each family member.
Think of your pets as well by making sure to have a four-day supply of food and water and some type of bedding.
If you heat your home with a wood stove/fireplace, make sure you have a supply of dry wood.
If you own a generator, make sure the generator is in running condition and you have an adequate fuel supply. (Note: Never run a generator indoors! Not even in the garage.)
Hope everyone stays warm and cozy this winter. :)

11/21/2014

"Watt" is a Kilowatt Hour?

It is a unit of measurement relating to the consumption of electricity. A more precise answer would be a kilowatt is one thousand watts. Consumption of 1000 watts represents a kilowatt hour. As a consumer of electricity it is helpful to understand this measurement as utilities charge for each kilowatt hour consumed. The less kilowatt hours of consumption translates into lower bills. Example: A 100 watt light bulb would operate for 10 hours to consume 1 kilowatt hour of electricity, approximately 5 cents or so depending on your utility companies charges per kilowatt hour. A 60 watt bulb could operate almost 17 hours for the same cost.

11/20/2014

Elmhurst Mutual Power & Light customers: You may be eligible for free Duct Testing and Sealing! To take advantage of this offer call 1-509-481-9800 to schedule an appointment. If you need more information call Mike Porter at 503-730-3122 or Email: [email protected]. Now is the time to get your ducts tested and sealed to save money on heating costs.