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4 ways retractable solar screens can benefit your home.

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1. They block the sun without blocking your view Retractable solar screens are versatile because you can raise or lower them with the sun. In addition, they don’t completely block the light and view when in use like indoor mounted shades or draperies. 2. They keep insects out Screen edges are “zipped” into guide rails and operate manually or by remote control or switch from inside your home or outdoor room. 3. They reduce energy costs Solar screens are effective at blocking heat and glare from the sun because they are mounted on the outside of your windows, preventing them from reaching the glass. The screen fabric comes in different colors and densities for different levels of protection. 4. You can re-claim your outdoor living space           Retractable screen walls are great for outdoor space difficult to enjoy because of the direction they face.   Use them to “close in” an outdoor room whenever the heat and insects make it necessary. The denser nature of s

5 Questions you should ask a contractor before you let them work on your house. (And the Answers you should be looking for!)

1. Are you licensed, a member of any professional associations and rated by the Better Business Bureau?   The correct answer here is obviously yes. Licensed companies that are members of their local HBA or other associations have put down roots in their communities and have often invested in training through them. Companies do have to pay to be members of the Better Business Bureau, but they ensure through their rating system that companies provide honest advertising claims and settle any complaints they receive. Angie’s List members pay for their service because they know that all reviews are unsolicited and left by other members. Companies cannot “join” Angie’s List, they can only be reviewed by members. While online reviews can be helpful, there’s little or no oversight when it comes to who can and does post reviews. 2. Are your employees covered by workers compensation and liability insurance ? If they aren’t, YOU can end up being liable for injuries that occur on your propert

Heartlands is Now an Authorized Dealer for True Residential Refrigerators

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A True refrigerator is the perfect addition to your outdoor kitchen! Stop by our showroom to see our display and sample a beverage cooled in one of these American made refrigerators. For 65 years, True has been the leader in commercial refrigeration and now they’re bringing their superior quality and service to the residential market with these outdoor-rated, undercounter beverage refrigerators. Not only are True products manufactured in the USA , they are headquartered right here in Missouri in O’Fallon! You can see more information on their offerings including wine storage, refrigeration drawers, and convertible dual-tap beverage dispensers at true-residential.com.

Can you Barbeque Inside a Screen Room?

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Of course you can! Now, don’t start wheeling your charcoal grill into your screen room and throw a match in there or you might want to start dialing 911.   But, I’m serious; you can barbeque inside a screen room. After all, you are outside! Check out these photos of outdoor rooms where Heartlands has included a barbeque, or more descriptively, an outdoor kitchen. As long as building and fire codes are followed, you can enjoy outdoor cooking all year round and in all types of weather. Run a gas line to a built-in gas grill surrounded by non-combustible materials and vent it to the outside.   Add a granite counter top as work and serving space. Then, add extras like cabinets, drawers, refrigerator and decorative stone. You’ll want some task lighting as well, but then bring on the steak, kabobs, or whatever you’re cooking!