Fall is here and winter is upon us. Pools in Florida are starting to drop in temperature as nighttime temperatures dip into the 60s and 70s. Pools lose most of their heat at the surface to the air temperature. This time of year the daytime sun is limited in duration and doesn’t last long enough … Read more
Clean out your homes gutters. Falling leaves can clog the gutters, making them less useful. If you have a lot of trees around your house, install gutter guards to prevent leaves from falling into them. Hurricane Irma may have also added an unusual amount of debris and leaves so it’s crucial to check them thoroughly. … Read more
South Miami’s mandate for new homes and major home renovations to include solar panels is casting a long shadow for builders in the South Florida. “We definitely value renewable energy, but we want these measures to be voluntary,” said Truly Burton, executive vice president of the Builders Association of South Florida (BASF). Slated to go into effect Sept. 18, … Read more