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The Basics On Pressure Washing

Summer Robertson — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:16:26 +0000

A pressure washer is a mechanical sprayer that uses high-pressure water to clean and remove mold, grime, dust, mud, and dirt from surfaces and objects such as buildings, vehicles, and concrete surfaces. Just as a garden hose nozzle is used to increase the out-flowing pressure of the liquid, a pressure washer goes further by adding its own power to force high-dynamic pressure.

Quality pressure washers, in combination with a particular nozzle, allow detergent to be introduced into the water stream, assisting in the cleaning process. Several different types of nozzles are available, each useful for a particular application. Some nozzles cause the water jet to be ejected in a triangular plane, while others emit a pencil-thin jet of water, which spirals around rapidly.

For more information on the many benefits to power washing for your home, business, vehicles, construction equipment, recreational vehicles (the list goes on and on), visit HiCaliber online at http://www.hicaliber.biz/pressure-washing/ or call us at (435) 674-9338.

Is My New Carpet Dangerous?

Summer Robertson — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:32:05 +0000

Formaldehyde and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can cause nausea, dizziness and allergy symptoms. Chronic exposure can damage your liver and central nervous system. Anyone who has recently added new floors, carpets or furniture, moved into a new home, or used common brands of paints or aerosol sprays are at risk. The adhesive used in carpeting and to hold together pressed-wood products contains formaldehyde, which releases that and other chemicals into the air. (That “new carpet” smell may be your Berber emitting chemicals.) Many paints, sealants and lacquers also release compounds.

If you’ve been in your home for a few years, relax as the building has had a chance to “outgas.” If you’re refurbishing, one option is to opt for VOC-free building materials, but you’ll pay a steep price. If you can’t afford to go totally VOC-free, splurge on the bedroom. It’s generally where you spend the majority of your indoor time, so you’ll reap more benefit from the change. Alternatively, simply renovate and buy new furniture during warmer months, when you can leave your windows open. When you order a new carpet, ask the factory to let it air out for a couple of weeks in the warehouse before delivering it. Almost all VOC chemicals will dissipate into the air over time. For all of your carpet, flooring and other remodeling needs, call HiCaliber and ask how we can help transform your house into your dream home. Call us at (435) 674-9338 or visit us online at http://www.hicaliber.biz/remodels-additions/.

Tips On Keeping Your Tile And Grout Clean

Summer Robertson — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:41:33 +0000

Tile floors are wonderful. They’re easy to keep clean, they’re durable and tough, and they look good for a long, long time. There’s only one drawback: grout. In short, grout is tile’s “Achilles heel.” When tile floors don’t look good, it’s usually because the grout has become stained. So, can grout be revived once it’s gone bad? Sure, it can.

Most of the time, grout becomes stained because it was either not properly sealed with a grout sealant when the tile was put down or because the sealant has worn off with time. Many of today’s tile installers never properly seal tile and it’s a big problem. It’s like a painter who won’t take the time to caulk.

Cleaning and sealing grout can be very time consuming, especially when one lacks the proper chemicals and equipment. Grout cleaning specialists use some of the best chemicals and top of the line machines, and are able to get the entire cleaning job done much faster. Also, professional grade grout cleaning machines have powerful suction that can eliminate more harmful dirt and bacteria. Save your back and call a HiCaliber, your tile and grout specialists, at (435) 674-9338 or visit us online at http://www.hicaliber.biz/tile-cleaning/

Could Your Home Have Mold?

Summer Robertson — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:38:55 +0000

Every home has mold inside it no matter how clean it is. Every time you go outside or open the windows, you encounter mold spores. Some spores are relatively harmless. Others can be forms of toxic or black mold, also known as strachybotrys. When toxic mold enters your home and finds a place to grow, it begins to produce mycotoxins that can cause health problems. Sometimes the only visible sign of a mold infestation are the health problems that the inhabitants suffer. These health problems usually manifest themselves as headaches, eye or nose irritation, coughing, sneezing, and other respiratory problems.

First, mold cannot grow without water. If you eliminate the water source, you will eliminate the mold. Black mold requires more water to grow than other types of mold. In a home environment, sources of this water can come from leaky roofs and gutters, sprinklers that spray onto the building, plumbing leaks, condensation, or water vapor. Water vapor is produced naturally anytime you cook, bathe, wash the clothes, water the plants, or even breathe.

If you would like to determine whether your home or office has toxic mold, call the mold experts at HiCaliber (435) 674-9338 or visit http://www.hicaliber.biz/mold-damage/

Why Should I Have My Carpets Cleaned?

Summer Robertson — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:16:39 +0000

Carpet cleaning is like going to the dentist. You know that you need to go but you keep putting it off.

The first reason to have your carpet cleaned is simply because of the appearance. Clean floors make everything look and feel better. A clean floor shows people that you care about your home and take pride in its appearance.

The next reason to have your carpet cleaned is that it makes your carpet last longer. Dirt is abrasive and will ruin your carpeting if left in place. Every step you take on the soil in your carpet grinds it into the fibers. This permanently damages the carpet and will cause it to wear out much quicker. Compare the price of carpet replacement and the price of regular cleanings and you will see the benefit in cleaning your carpet.

The last reason to call a professional carpet cleaner is for your health. Clean carpet is just healthier. No one wants their children crawling around on dirty floors, but there is more to it. Carpet acts as a giant air filter for your home. It traps dust and dirt and keeps it out of the air that we breathe. Like any filter, your carpet needs to be cleaned from time to time. Once it is full of soil, it stops improving your air quality and starts hurting it.

As you can see there are many reasons to clean your carpets regularly. So what are you waiting for? Call HiCaliber today! For more information on HiCaliber’s carpet and upholstery cleaning, call (435) 674-9338 or visit http://www.hicaliber.biz/carpet-cleaning/.

St George Utah Contractor

hicaliber — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:51:03 +0000

St. George Utah has been one of the fastest growing cities in the United States over the last several years. St. George is located in the Southwest part of Utah surrounded by Red Hills, desert and mountains. Due to the increase in population that St. George Utah has received there have been many contractors that have come to work in St. George.

As times slowed down with the economy a lot of St. George contractors either shut down or left town. HiCaliber Inc. has been a mainstay St. George contractor for over 30 years and has proven that they are a quality experienced construction company that can be counted on.

If you want a project to be done with quality and expert craftsmanship then look no further than HiCaliber Inc. Please feel free to contact us at 800-492-6333.

We Have New Videos On Our Website

admin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:05:26 +0000

Everyone knows that online video is getting bigger as more and more people watch videos online almost more than their television. We wanted to incorporate more video into our new website and so we had an actress be a spokesman for our company to talk about each of our different services.

Here is a clip where she is talking about our home inspection service:

We are happy with the way that they turned out and hope they will give our users a better understanding of what to expect from HiCaliber Inc. We want to stand out from the competition and having these videos on our website is a great way for us to be at the top of the game.

At HiCaliber Inc. we are the #1 St George Utah construction company and we want to stay that way!

Please let us know your thoughts and feedback on the videos and what you would like to see from us in the future by leaving a comment below.

St George Utah Home Inspection Company

admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:57:03 +0000

St. George Utah home inspection company, HiCaliber Inc., is the #1 Utah Rated home inspection company. HiCaliber has been in business since 1976 and is the best choice for hiring experienced and licensed general contractors to do the job.

When looking to purchase a new home or an existing home it is very important to know the ins and outs of the quality of the structure.

While home inspections are more of a necessity for existing homes, it is also advised that all new homes have a final inspection as well.

There are many things to look at when inspecting a home.

Here is a list of the the main things to look at:

Structure
Interior
Exterior
Roofing
Electrical
Plumbing
HVAC
Appliances
And More…

There are certain tests that are performed when conducting a home inspection and some of those include: indoor air quality, radon, energy audits, meth use & lab, asbestos, lead, mold and more. It is very important to have the right type of tools and experience in knowing how to properly conduct the various tests.

HiCaliber’s St. George Utah home inspection professionals can help you get the peace of mind you are looking for when making a big decision like purchasing your next home. Here is a full list of everything HiCaliber can give to you for your next St. George Utah home inspection.

HiCaliber’s Google Place Page

admin — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:29:59 +0000

HiCaliber Inc. is continually growing and expanding our services and the places we serve. We are making more headway into marketing the company more online and in the search engines. We have recently verified and updated our Google Place Page and wanted to make all of our users aware.

Visit HiCaliber Inc.’s Google Place Page

We have taken a quick screenshot for you to look at. Google Place Pages are a great way for users to find more information about a company and to also leave their own ratings and reviews for a company.

HiCaliber’s New Website

admin — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:20:11 +0000

Welcome to our new and improved website! HiCaliber has redesigned their website to enhance the website usability and to enhance the way we show our services to our clients. HiCaliber specializes in New Construction, Fire & Water Restoration and Carpet Cleaning. Come here every month for new coupons!

We will continually be posting new information and articles along with pictures in our blog, so please feel free to leave any comments, ideas or suggestions. We want to make this blog have a community feel so bookmark us and share it with your friends.

All of the office staff would love to receive any feedback from you, our wonderful users!