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Mold Remediation-Dp Exclusive Design, Inc.

david — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 02:15:06 +0000

By David Partiel
In recent years, the growth of molds has been cited as the cause of a wide variety of human ailments and disabilities. So-called “toxic mold”
Mold refers to multiple types of fungi that grow in filaments and reproduce by forming spores. Mold may grow indoors or outdoors and thrives in damp, warm, and humid environments. Mold can be found in essentially any environment or season.

The most common types of mold that are found indoors include Cladosporium, Penicillium, Alternaria, and Aspergillus. Stachybotrys chartarum (also known as Stachybotrys atraand sometimes referred to as “black mold”) is a greenish-black mold that can also be found indoors. Stachybotrys grows on household surfaces that have high cellulose content, such as wood, fiberboard, gypsum board, paper, dust, and lint.Today, Many home owners are contacting Dp Exclusive Design to test their home/office and remove the mold.

Molds reproduce by forming tiny spores that not visible to the naked eye. Mold spores are very hardy and can survive under conditions in which mold cannot grow, such as in dry and harsh environments. These spores travel through outdoor and indoor air. When mold spores land on a surface where moisture is present, mold can start to grow. Dp Exclusive Design is in the construction business for many years and has the best experts to test and remove mold Outdoors, molds play a role in the decomposition of organic matter such as dead trees, compost, and leaves. They are most common in damp, dark areas or areas of decomposing plant life. Indoors, mold is often found in basements or shower stalls. Indoor mold has the potential to cause health problems and can destroy surfaces and objects where it grows. If Mold spores are inhaled or ingested you can become seriously ill. The longer you go undiagnosed, and untreated, the Mold will continue to grow inside your body, making you sicker with each passing day. As Mold continues to grow inside your body it produces poisons called “Mycotoxins”, these poisons leach into your body day after day. Each day it is left untreated the colonies of Mold grow larger producing and releasing larger amounts of toxins into your body. Mold has been linked to Lung Damage, Brain Damage, Cancer and even Death.
Contact Dp Exclusive Design to hear about our special promotions we offer for mold testing and removal

David Partiel

Your House is Your Castle

DP Exclusive Designs — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 01:31:33 +0000

By David Partiel.

Your house is your castle, your safe area, the place you go to relax after a long stressful day at work. Think about the last time you even thought about doing some upkeep in your house. Now think about the last time you visited the doctor’s office or took your car in for an oil change. Most people visit the doctor’s office for a regular check up, the dentist for routine up keep, and the car shop to have an oil change for their car every couple months. People do this to maintain their health and valuables in good condition. Now however, one of the most important investments in life is taken for granted and keeps getting put off – Home improvement; kitchen or bath remodeling or even room additions. Some people even have a small leak they try to ignore, thinking it is not that big of deal. People don’t know that their foundation may not be up to code anymore because the age of the house. Although homeowners are concerned, about their health and dental issues, car maintenance or so forth, they don’t know their home might be making them sick through asbestos or lead in an outdated environment.

You may think; that as long as you don’t see a problem in your house, it isn’t there. It isn’t as common to have a checkup for the house, as you would have a checkup for your own health. Let me give you an example of how just a small leak can become a big issue and how even home routine check ups are important. One of my clients from the Los Angeles area had been living in his home for 40 years and he had finally decided to remodel his kitchen. The house being 80 years old; after the kitchen demolition, Dp Exclusive Design discovered a bigger problem. Dp Exclusive Design weren’t told that there was a leak that had gone ignored in the adjacent bathroom for about 2 years, and what was discovered was; the framing of the home was compromised, there was mildew caused by the leak and water damage that could have been avoided by simply having a contractor take a look at the leak. The 2 year leak turned into a problem that grew like cancer and in the end, much more had to be done than just the kitchen remodel. This is a story to show that if you don’t take care of it, a small problem can, and will get worst.

More often than not, remodeling is considered to be a luxury and not a necessity, however people don’t think of how remodeling a kitchen or bathroom can improve your life on a daily basis. Providing space saving solutions, energy efficient upgrades, and a relaxing environment can help you save time and provide relaxation. The convenience of a remodeled kitchen can not only inspire you to cook more often, bringing your family closer, but also help you save in the short term and increase value for the long run. With space saving and energy efficient upgrades, you can save on electricity and water bills, in the short run. The investment for the long run of remodeling is that remodeling your kitchen or adding a room to your home increases the value for when you are ready to sell or refinance the house to get more cash out. After all, a house isn’t just a building or a place to live; it is a long term investment. An investment is something that gives back to you in the long run, but think of the every day purchases that give you nothing back. Every time you buy something new; a car, shoes, a new outfit – you are just spending the money. While investing to upkeep your house, you are not only investing in a place to live, but also your family’s health and the quality time you spend in your home. The best you can do for the upkeep and protection of your investment is to provide preventative maintenance and increase value with projects like kitchen and bath remodeling.

It seems like these last few years, all you hear is bad news with; the recession, bankruptcies, earthquakes, disease, and of course this affects our lives, our thoughts and leaves our plans to remodel our kitchen or bathroom, maybe even add a room for “a better time.” We can all feel sorry for ourselves, we can blame everything else that is going wrong, but we have the control to make our own changes. We are responsible for our own thoughts and positive energy. We must try to think good and do well. What can be a better way to start, than by making the upgrades in your home; teaching your children to stay positive and provide a better environment for them to grow in? Thinking about the growth and health of your family, should be the inspiration to make you work harder. In every house, there is always something to fix or upgrade; the only problems are time and money, so stop giving yourself excuses and maintain your biggest investment – your house. Don’t tell yourself “I can’t afford it,” give yourself positive energy and think of what you need to do to get it done. After all, your house is your castle. So now think what you would like your next project to be and let’s get it done. Kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, or anything else, you deserve to improve your quality of life.

David Partiel

Why should you remodel now? – Facts to consider in this economy

DP Exclusive Designs — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 20:45:47 +0000

By David Partiel;
Since the economy has slowed down, people are afraid to spend their savings or income because banks are making it more difficult to get loans. People think that holding on to their money in case times get worst is the best way to go. However, most people don’t know the smart ways to invest in their own home, by remodeling. Remodeling is an investment that can help you in the long run. A few consumer facts for you to consider, and that you might not be aware of are:

Construction cost increase on a yearly basis about 10%, however in 2009 prices went down about 10-15%. The main reason behind this is due to material prices going down. Construction companies have been contacting their vendors for better pricing and have been able to pass it on to homeowners.

Remodeling now is significantly better than waiting for “the economy to get better,” consider these facts: mortgage rates are lower than most of us can remember and waiting for the economy to get better will also mean that interest rates will increase.

Real estate proves itself to be of value as a good hedge against inflation. Obviously real estate prices went down, but remember it is always good to “buy low and sell high.” In order to sell high, investing in remodeling is one of your few options in this economy. While remodeling using low prices, you will see this was an investment when you are able to sell your home at a higher price than you purchased.

Besides the low prices on materials, government funding has also made it easier to remodel and upgrade on energy efficient products for your home. The government is providing incentives so that you see an economic benefit in the short and long run, while also increasing the quality of you and your family’s lifestyle.

A few examples of remodeling projects that increase in value can be; Kitchen remodeling return on investment from 92 – 100%, bathroom remodeling increases in value of remodel on an average of 85%, window replacements on an average of 84.7%, and room additions to increase value 100% and more. For example, a room addition that costs $100,000, will regain in value around $200,000 at the time of selling your house. Take into consideration that in some geographic areas, the increase in value is significantly higher.

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David Partiel

Solar Pool Heaters

DP Exclusive Designs — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 05:06:18 +0000

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You can significantly reduce swimming pool heating costs by installing a solar pool heater. They’re cost competitive with both gas and heat pump pool heaters, and they have very low annual operating costs. Actually, solar pool heating is the most cost-effective use of solar energy in many climates.

How They Work

Most solar pool heating systems include the following:

A solar collector — the device through which pool water is circulated to be heated by the sun
A filter — removes debris before water is pumped through the collector
A pump — circulates water through the filter and collector and back to the pool
A flow control valve — automatic or manual device that diverts pool water through the solar collector.

Pool water is pumped through the filter and then through the solar collector(s), where it is heated before it is returned to the pool. In hot climates, the collector(s) can also be used to cool the pool during peak summer months by circulating the water through the collector(s) at night.

Some systems include sensors and an automatic or manual valve to divert water through the collector(s) when the collector temperature is sufficiently greater than the pool temperature. When the collector temperature is similar to the pool temperature, filtered water simply bypasses the collector(s) and is returned to the pool.

Solar pool collectors are made out of different materials. The type you’ll need depends on your climate and how you intend to use the collector. If you’ll only be using your pool when temperatures are above freezing, then you’ll probably only need an unglazed collector system. Unglazed collectors don’t include a glass covering (glazing). They are generally made of heavy-duty rubber or plastic treated with an ultraviolet (UV) light inhibitor to extend the life of the panels. Because of their inexpensive parts and simple design, unglazed collectors are usually less expensive than glazed collectors. These unglazed systems can even work for indoor pools in cold climates if the system is designed to drain back to the pool when not in use. Even if you have to shut the system down during cold weather, unglazed collectors may be more cost effective than installing a more expensive glazed collector system.

Example of how a solar collector works.

Glazed collector systems are generally made of copper tubing on an aluminum plate with an iron-tempered glass covering, which increases their cost. In colder weather, glazed collector systems—with heat exchangers and transfer fluids—capture solar heat more efficiently than unglazed systems. Therefore, they can be used year-round in many climates. Glazed collectors also can be used to heat domestic hot water year-round.

Both glazed and unglazed collector systems should include freeze protection if they’ll be used in colder conditions.
David Partiel

Article provided by US Department of Energy

David Partiel

New Home Development Los Angeles, Orange County and Ventura County

DP Exclusive Designs — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 04:50:00 +0000

David Partiel
Owning a new home is the ultimate dream of most people and DP Exclusive Design, Inc. will make that dream come true in Los Angeles and Orange County. Although there has been a lot of property foreclosures in Los Angeles and Orange County due to the bad economy but, still many people, who are financially strong, purchase vacant lands and build their new home there.

When they are able to afford it, people long to make their home not only comfortable but they also want it to be the reflection of their own aesthetic sense and values. But, often their dream or the vision does not get transformed properly. So, if you are one of them, contact DP Exclusive Design, Inc. and rest assured of top class service.

Since your ideas about the model and design of your new home may be vague, it is better to be enlightened about some of the facets of it.

Design and Style – The design and style are the first and foremost things that you must decide. You may want your home to be an imposing structure or a cute little building. DP Exclusive Design will take care of any design and style that you opt for.
Budget – The budget, as you know is the prime factor and it is also directly related to the design and style that you would go for. Hence, make a systematic and thorough calculation with the help of the contractor. Often, many home owners, in their pursuit to make that perfect home, get oblivious of their budget and end up being frustrated. So, you should contact a company like DP Exclusive Design Inc, who will provide you a realistic assessment of the project in terms of its cost factor.
Floorings and ceilings – The flooring and ceilings are the parts of the houses that may get damaged. Since they also contribute a lot towards the aesthetic value of the house; it is better to make a judicious choice of the materials and the works.
Paint and lighting work – The paint and lighting work of the house is what holds the attention of the beholders. Hence, careful selection and arrangement of them provides the desired effect.

David Partiel

Remodeling Contractor Los Angeles, Orange County and Ventura County

DP Exclusive Designs — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:42:17 +0000

David Partiel
Home remodeling has taken to the fancy of many people in Los Angels and Orange County, many remodeling contractors are behind such projects. DP Exclusive Design, Inc is one such contractor, who has successfully remodeled many homes for many years.

Many people, at times, find it hard to understand the need of a professional contractor to remodel their house. They also possess the notion that they themselves can design the style and structure that goes with it. But think twice before harboring such ideas. You should take the help of a contractor like DP Exclusive Design, Inc to go through the whole remodeling process without any hitch.

Although remodeling is often a matter of choice, there is also the matter of selection of things that are most suitable for your existing home. Certain types of remodeling jobs are simply not possible with the framework of your existing structure. While you may not be aware of it as it includes certain technical implications, your remodeling contractor in Los Angeles and Orange County, will be able to enlighten you about it.

You may be wishing to sell your house. In such cases, you may want take up the remodeling work in order to hike the market price of your house. Then, the remodeling should not be done according to your personal choice or preference, rather the saleable designs and style should be the guiding factor. And contractors like DP Exclusive Design, Inc can only advise you better in this regard.

A contractor will also be able tell about the feasibility of the specifications of the designs and styles, as wanted by you in terms of your budget. Otherwise, your ideas of remodeling would not be realistic. A contractor will also tell you about the quality of the materials that should be ideal for the home remodeling. That apart, they would also advise you in matters like furniture, fabrics, lighting etc.

Other practical things like the potential weak spots in the roofs that are prone to leak, those flakes of paint developing on the wall or the portions of the pipes and taps that may rust soon may also be pointed out by a Los Angeles and Orange County contractor. If you want to take up your home remodeling with some or all of the above in mind, contact DP Exclusive Design, Inc.
David Partiel

David Partiel

Affordable Los Angeles, Orange County and Ventura County Kitchen Remodeling

DP Exclusive Designs — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:09:07 +0000

If you are in need of any professional help with kitchen remodeling work in Los Angels, then contact DP Exclusive Design, Inc.

Like most Americans, people in Los Angels, have also become conscious about what they eat. As a result, many of them prefer to prepare their food at home. Due to the hectic life styles, family members often do not find time for each other, especially in a city like Los Angeles. In this context, the significance of the kitchen has become much more important, as it is not only the place where you cook your food, it acts as the venue in the house, where family members dine and interact.

With the progressive change in the cooking as well as the eating habits of people in Los Angels, there has been a change in the design and structure of the kitchen. The choice of style and aesthetic sense commensurate with the growth of the overall economic standard have also been the factors behind this. Due to this reason, people who have their old and ancestral home, often opt to remodel their kitchen. Gone are the days, when avocado green appliances were used. To-days, homeowners, who enjoy cooking, find the stainless steel ones much more useful and attractive.

If you want to redesign your kitchen and give it a new look as per your taste and convenience, make a phone call to DP Exclusive Design, Inc to get your money’s worth. Our staff with their special expertise, will take care of every detail like the demolition of any existing structure, selection and fixing of appliances, counter tops, tiles, window frames, flooring and electrical fittings.

For example, if you have linoleum floors in the kitchen, then you may want to replace them with sparkling ceramic tiles. You may also want to fix the wooden cabinets and granite tops.

David Partiel

Los Angeles Orange County and Ventura County Home Remodeling by DP Exclusive Designs

DP Exclusive Designs — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 03:56:35 +0000

David Partiel
Many people in Los Angels want to remodel their homes and if by any chance, you happen to be one of them, contact DP Exclusive Design and your home remodeling will be done in a quick, clean and affordable manner. Being an expert company; we will do the job in an impeccable and professional way, it is imperative that you should also have some idea about the different aspects of home remodeling, so that the ultimate result will be exactly what you desire.

Apart from the desire to enhance the comfort level of your house; many people in Los Angeles also remodel their homes in order the increase their market value. In such cases also, it is better to take the help of companies like DP Exclusive Design, Inc.

The different types of materials and construction designs can be mind blowing. So, a clear and orderly assessment is the only way to go through the whole process.

The budget of your remodeling is a vital criteria that should determine the type of remodeling work that you can take on. You would of course, want to accentuate both the comfort level as well as the beauty of your house to its maximum, within that budget. In order to achieve it, the help of a contractor in necessary.

David Partiel

Easy Bathroom Remodeling Los Angeles, Orange County and Ventura County

DP Exclusive Designs — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 02:53:52 +0000

These days, people want their bathrooms to be luxurious and hence want to remodel their existing ones. If you are looking for bathroom remodeling services in Los Angeles and Orange County, then DP Exclusive Design, Inc will provide you with the answers. With our impeccable service, you can be sure that your bathrooms would go through the change over in a smooth manner.

Bathroom is one of the most important rooms in our house. Everybody wants their bathroom to be comfortable and resplendent. But, with constant use, it is but natural that it becomes less attractive. The taps and pipes may start leaking, the bathtubs become old and rusted, and the floors may not look shinning even with constant rubbing. In such conditions, you may want to go for remodeling of your bathroom.

Some people in Los Angeles and Orange County may also want to remodel their bathrooms in order to change the existing showers and faucets so as to make the experience of bathing more endearing.

Whatever may be the reason for remodeling your bathroom, DP Exclusive Design, Inc. will redesign your bathroom as per your desire and specification. We will help you in remodeling the bathroom in the following ways -

If the floor of the bathroom is old and crusted with slime, you can change the floor entirely and may opt for marble or tile flooring.
The tub generally gets rusted over the years. Since, it forms the core of the bathroom, it is better to change it, if you are going for remodeling. You may choose the corner tubs, whirlpool tubs, recessed tubs and many other different types of tubs.
In earlier days, the lighting arrangements in the bathrooms didn’t consist of many lighting points. But now-a-days, the bathrooms are also an extension of our living ways. So, do install more lighting points to make it brighter. You may add a ceiling and exhaust fan if your bathroom does not have it at present.
You may change the heating element of the heating system as they tend to rust over the years.

The consultant of DP Exclusive Design, Inc will visit your house and look into all these aspects of your bathroom and give useful and constructive suggestions and take up the remodeling work based on your demand while catering to your budget.

David Partiel

Los Angeles, Orange County and Ventura County Kitchen Cabinet Installers

DP Exclusive Designs — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 02:12:16 +0000

Many people in Los Angeles need to install cabinets in their kitchens and look out for kitchen cabinet installers. DP Exclusive Design is the professional contractor that provides the professional service of installing the cabinets in the kitchens as per the style and designs wanted by its customers.

Homeowners procure different types of kitchen articles over the year. They include the pots, spoons, plates, pans, appliances and many gadgets. Many people have much affinity to possess such kitchen articles. Due to this reason, there is always a shortage of storage space inside the kitchen. That apart, many types of new and exclusive kitchen items come to the market from time to time and find their ways to your kitchen. You also need space to keep them. So, you may want to fix cabinet inside your kitchen or remodel your existing cabinet to accommodate your new possessions that pile up with time.

You may also find the look of your existing cabinet mundane and dull and want to replace them with those vibrant colored ones. Or it may be the solid wood cabinet with that polished shine that you want. In either case, contact DP Exclusive Design, Inc and their people will suggest you different designs of kitchen cabinets. Cabinets with roll-out shelves could be good idea, as they will enable you to keep more things inside the cabinets. You can make your choice and they will fix them in your kitchen in no time.

You can go for the European-style cabinets sans their frames or the face-framed cabinets. You can also choose the different styles of the door, drawers and various other options. DP Exclusive Design, Inc will advise about the pros and cons of every minute detail starting from the shade of the polish, the wood material to be used etc.

Although it may look so, installation of the kitchen cabinet is not an easy job. So, it is not advisable to do them yourself, if you are a novice in this fields with no prior experience. It is better take the help of a professional contractor like DP Exclusive Design, Inc. They also take into account your budget and go through the installation process with a meticulous care.

David Partiel