Archive for April, 2013

 

Proper HVAC Size: Finding the Right Fit

Monday, April 1st, 2013

Proper HVAC Size: Finding the Right Fit- Heating and Cooling

Many people simply don’t have the proper HVAC size for their homes. They buy air conditioning systems that are too large for their houses assuming that the systems will work better for them. However, this can lead to short cycling, which is not good.

There are tried and tested ways to properly estimate the correct size of the HVAC system for your home. The proper HVAC size that is suitable for your home will not only save you electricity costs but will help you become more comfortable during the summer months and winter months.

Manual J Calculations

Manual J calculations are the most recommended way for HVAC systems to be properly sized for a house. These calculations are based on the airflow, the insulation, and even the amount of sunlight that a room gets. Manual J calculations are performed by designers and engineers. They involve room-by-room calculations, and they also involve calculating the duct system.

Typically, there are two types of Manual J calculations. Whole house Manual J calculations are done when there are no intended changes to the house. These calculations can size up the proper HVAC size that will be needed to heat or cool a house that is already built.

A room-by-room Manual J calculation is done when a renovation is going to take place, such as adding a den or bedroom. The information provided by a room-by-room calculation is important when determining the duct sizes that are needed for the entire house that will be affected by the addition of the room. Manual J calculations are the most accurate way to determine the right HVAC size for your home.

Need Help Deciding?

Contact TalkLocal today and let us help you find a professional near you! We can help you locate a professional who will help you perform Manual J calculations for you.

Common Exotic House Plants

Monday, April 1st, 2013

Common Exotic House Plants - Florists

Nothing can add flair to your home like a beautiful plant in the right spot. Sometimes, the typical plants we see can get boring, though. If you’re interested in some common exotic house plants, or if you want to give a gorgeous plant as a gift, check out some of these exotic plants that will flourish in your home:

Zebra Plant: These house plants have really bold stripes on their leaves, similar to that of their namesake. During their peak season, autumn, they blossom golden flowers that are vibrant and vivid enough to steal the attention of every guest in your home. Zebra Plants are from Brazil, so you need to make sure they get a lot of sun and stay warm year round.

Moth Orchid: If you are tantalized by the beauty of the exotic orchid, but worried it may be too exotic for you, the Moth Orchid is your best friend. It’s also called the “Beginner’s Orchid” because it’s pretty easy to care for, but its exotic beauty’s appeal is similar to that of its wilder cousins.

Crab Cactus: This plant is named for the indentations on its petals that make it look like it’s full of crab claws. You can grow it in various sizes, and when it blossoms in the fall, the flowers range from white to pink to deep red and are oftentimes multicolored, too. This plant’s unique look makes it an eye-catcher.

Roses: Although these flowers are not the most exotic, they can beautify your home. They come in a range of colors that are associated with different meanings, which makes them the perfect flower for a gift.

Bromeliads: If you’re looking for a taller plant for your home, this gorgeous plant is what you will want. They average around 20 inches tall and they’re full of gorgeous red-orange flowers that complement their deep green leaves perfectly.

Bougainvillea: The name isn’t the only unique thing about this plant. It thrives well in containers or even baskets, which allows you to get creative with your potting. Bougainvillea flowers profusely, showing off awesome petals in different shades of pink, purple, red, orange and sometimes even a light blue.

Consult A Local Florist

These common exotic house plants will do well in your home even though they’re typically found in more exotic locations. For help with other questions related to home floral arrangements or gardening, use TalkLocal. We can connect you with local florists quickly and easily.

Seva Call Launches Match-Making Service Category

Monday, April 1st, 2013

Written by Dallea Caldwell

Seva Call Launches Match-Making Service Category - Seva Call

(BRWeb) In response to growing demand for a simple way to find and connect with the “right” romantic life-partner to fulfill everyday cuddling needs, Seva Call proudly presents our new Match-Making service category!

Avoid the Hassle Of Meeting Real People!

Local singles typically spend years browsing dating profiles and texting different people before finally settling down into a serious relationship. With Seva Call, you need only enter your location, unfulfilled romantic longings, and the time when you are loneliest and most desperately needing companionship. In minutes, Seva Call’s algorithm instantly connects you to three, local, eligible bachelors or bachelorettes. Our system will only match you with singles who know your deepest fantasies and most irritating quirks, and are ready to settle with you — so long as you don’t snore too loudly.

“I was tired of the bar scene, then I had a Vodka and Redbull. After I got my second wind, I used Seva Call, which instantly connected me to somebody, anybody who would have me!”

                                                                                                     – Margaret Doe of New York, NY

How Does It Work?!

Seva Call filters area singles and selects the “right” match for you based on percentage of body shown in Facebook pictures, credit score, the number of times his or her car tires have been slashed by a bitter ex, and other quality assurance indicators. We then provide you with their phone number, home and work address, and social security number before proceeding to call them incessantly until they return our call… which we then route back to you.

Plus, if your romantic encounter goes poorly, Seva Call instantly canvasses your metro area advertising the heartbreaker’s name and number as a guaranteed means to a “good time”.

Further Match-Making Help

Seva Call raised $1.3 million in alimony yesterday and has launched in 28 major cities, including Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Boston, and New York; We currently have plans to release an iPhone and Android app, and admit this to be an April Fool’s joke in the near future — if you haven’t figured it out already.

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