Termite Control in the Home
Wood-destroying insects and other organisms can cause serious problems in the wooden structural components of a house, and may go...
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Arrie Bramlet Home Improvement (423) 457-7557 arriebramletthomeimprovement@gmail.com
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Feb 93 min read
What Are Termite Baits?
Termite baits, also known as bait stations, are capsules that contain paper, cardboard or other acceptable termite food laced with a...
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Feb 92 min read
CARPENTER BEES
Insects and Arthropods Carpenter bee. Scientific Name Xylocopa sp. Habitat Carpenter bees cause damage to wooden structures by boring...
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Feb 92 min read
Understanding Carpenter Ants
Appearance Length: Carpenter ants are among the largest ants in the United States, ranging from 3.4 to 13 mm long. More size information....
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Feb 93 min read
Termite Description
Termite Description Termites play a vital role in nature. They break down dead wood and other cellulose materials. This is helpful in the...
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Feb 35 min read
Summary of the top 12 Child Home Safety Topics
About 2.5 million children are injured or killed by hazards in the home each year. The good news is that many of these incidents can be...
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Feb 32 min read
Anti-Scald Valves
Anti-scald valves, also known as tempering valves and mixing valves, mix cold water in with outgoing hot water so that the hot water that...
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Feb 34 min read
Corbon Monoxide Safety
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas that forms from incomplete combustion of fuels, such as natural or liquefied...
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Feb 33 min read
Anti Tip Brackets
Anti-tip brackets are metal devices designed to prevent freestanding ranges from tipping. They are normally attached to a rear leg of the...
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Jan 172 min read
S-Trap VS P-Trap
Although once commonly used in older homes, this configuration has been deemed a poor choice for a number of reasons. What is an S-Trap...
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Jan 172 min read
The Problem With Flex Drains
Yes, the flexible accordion-style sink drains / waste pipe are sold at the local hardware stores. That doesn’t mean that they are a good...
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Jan 175 min read
Sump Pumps
Sump pumps are self-activating electrical pumps that protect homes from moisture intrusion. They are usually installed below basement or...
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Jan 175 min read
Basic Waterproofing For Basements.
Water Damage Concerns Basements are typically the area of a structure most at risk for water damage because they are located below grade...
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Jan 163 min read
Why Inspect A Crawlspace?
Crawlspaces are notorious for the nasty discoveries made there by inspectors, and it isn’t hard to figure out why; for one thing, their...
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Jan 63 min read
Common Electrical Conductors.
Poorly installed and maintained electrical cables are a common cause of electrical fires in homes. Many older homes contain wiring that...
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Jan 63 min read
What are Electrical Panels?
Electrical panels are boxes that house circuit breakers, which are safety devices that stop the electrical current if it exceeds the safe...
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Jan 64 min read
What is a Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter?
A ground-fault circuit interrupter, or GFCI, is a device used in electrical wiring to disconnect a circuit when unbalanced current is...
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Jan 64 min read
What is an Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter?
Arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) are special types of electrical receptacles or outlets and circuit breakers designed to detect and...
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Jan 65 min read
Electrical Safety
Electricity is an essential part of our lives. However, it has the potential to cause great harm. Electrical systems will function almost...
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Dec 25, 20232 min read
Licensed in TN, Certified in TN & GA. What Exactly Does That Mean?
BHI serves Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. The State of Tennessee requires licensing of home inspectors. Ty Bramlett's Tennessee...
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