Setting Up Panic Buttons

Setting Up Panic Buttons – Two hoax incidents this spring at Pitt’s Hillman Library and nearby Central Catholic High School dramatically increased the pace of work to install panic buttons and electric locks, remote from all classrooms.

“The security department was always in the process of restructuring, but it wasn’t fast enough,” said Scott Bernotas, vice chancellor for institutional administration. “So instead of trying to do it within X years, we’re trying to do it – based on the (equipment) delivery – as soon as we can this summer.”

Setting Up Panic Buttons

Bernotas and Dave DeJong, senior vice chancellor for business and operations, said this is a priority. “The University’s Public Safety and Emergency Management and Facilities Management teams continue to evaluate and improve campus safety measures,” DeJong said. “In support of this goal, we are excited about the impact these development efforts will have on establishing a unified … Read the rest

Septic Tank Maintenance

Septic Tank Maintenance – Like the tradition of setting your clocks back (or is it forward?) and changing the batteries in your beeper, spring is the time to save your property. This includes flushing your septic system and performing necessary repairs on parts of your system. Depending on your system, maintenance items may be installed and should be checked or changed periodically. At Willey & Co we install septic systems in both commercial and residential settings. General maintenance is really something that a professional should do, because there is no other reason why a septic tank can be dangerous if someone falls into the cover. That being said, there are many things you can do to ensure that your septic system is working properly.

If you’re not using high efficiency equipment in your home, you’re not only taxing your septic system, you’re cheating yourself out of a lot of money. … Read the rest

Innovative Interior Renovation Ideas

Innovative Interior Renovation Ideas – Many homeowners find themselves stuck in a rut when it comes to interior design. They may feel like they’ve seen every trend that comes and goes, and are tired of the same old looks.

We understand that you want your home to be a reflection of your unique personality and style. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you embrace some of the most innovative interior design architecture concepts out there today.

Innovative Interior Renovation Ideas

Biophilic design brings the outdoors in, fostering a connection with nature within your home. Integrate natural elements such as indoor plants, wooden furniture and stone accents to create a soothing and inviting atmosphere. Using natural light and strategically placing greenery can transform your space, promoting physical and mental well-being.

Unique Interior Design Ideas For Small Homes

Modern living requires flexibility. Design your home to seamlessly serve multiple … Read the rest

Interior Renovation For A Modern Aesthetic

Interior Renovation For A Modern Aesthetic – Modern interior design has a simplicity that gives it timeless relevance. Modern homes have clean lines and are uncluttered, yet comfortable and cozy. A modern aesthetic is not limited to one particular style, as mid-century modern furniture has many different style descriptions in many homes. Collect some amazing modern interior design ideas to get inspired to create your own masterpiece.

Century, it reached its peak in the 1930s and then slowly declined as movements such as postmodernism took shape. However, an undercurrent of modernity continues to this day. Especially in architecture, modern design elements are the basis of many contemporary homes.

Interior Renovation For A Modern Aesthetic

Tip: It’s important to know that your style can be a combination of two or more styles. Taking interior design style quizzes like these or providing inspiration photos can help designers pinpoint clients’ aesthetics, because sometimes … Read the rest

Benefits Of Security Window Films

Benefits Of Security Window Films – It not only absorbs, refracts and shines, but adds aesthetic value to the building. The way through the mirror in the house or business transmits light can illuminate the room, in addition to energy, improves the attitude, allows a connection with the outside.

However, sheets of glass provide vulnerable points in your building for those undergoing entry, and when the glass is broken, the chance of injury is very high.

Benefits Of Security Window Films

Security window films are used to enhance the safety of regular glass. Security films for windows help to protect against break-ins, vandalism, accidents, terrorist bombing attacks and natural disasters. Some security film systems can also reduce heat build-up or reduce the damaging effects of ultraviolet rays.

Top 5 Benefits Of Frosted Window Film

Security film windows are made from one or more layers of polyester film that is laminated … Read the rest

Benefits Of Video Doorbells

Benefits Of Video Doorbells – More than a decade ago, Ring took a familiar tool we all know—the doorbell—and turned it on its head to make it even more useful and practical. Since then, Ring has refined and built on the original concept of the video doorbell, launching several options that offer advanced features.

The Ring video doorbell adds an extra layer of security to your front door, offering peace of mind and an enhanced doorbell experience.

Benefits Of Video Doorbells

Ring video doorbells have a built-in camera that lets you see a live video feed of what’s happening at your front door at any given moment. The doorbell’s sensors can alert you when it detects motion at your front door, and with the Ring app you can adjust the motion zones and its sensitivity to your liking.

What Are Video Doorbells And Are They Worth It?

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Urban Rooftop Garden Innovations

Urban Rooftop Garden Innovations – Urban Farms at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) operates two rooftop farms on campus to provide food, facilitate research and inspire communities through ecological rooftop farming and food justice. With more than 80 crops in production, the Urban Farm harvests more than 3,000 kilograms (6,631 pounds) of organic produce each season, which is distributed to the community through sales and donations.

City workers are harvesting fields on the former rooftops of the George Vari Engineering & Computing Center. Photo: Urban Land at TMU

Urban Rooftop Garden Innovations

Canada’s largest city has more than 800 green roofs, but only a handful of rooftops are used for food delivery in Toronto. Urban City at TMU wants to increase that number significantly.

Modern Roof Garden Design. In The Ever Evolving Landscape Of Urban…

The first Urban Garden is a large green terrace built in 2004 and is solar powered. … Read the rest

How To Renovate Your Interior For A New Look

How To Renovate Your Interior For A New Look – It’s amazing how different a room can look after a carefully designed and engineered renovation. Whether it’s an outdated kitchen or a tired bathroom, there’s always a way to transform disappointing interiors into bright and modern spaces that are a joy to use.

That’s why today we want to show you some of our favorite home transformations to inspire your next home remodeling project. You’ll see how the rooms looked before and how they look now, giving you exciting opportunities for your next renovation.

How To Renovate Your Interior For A New Look

Let’s start with the heart of the house. Here are some of our favorite kitchen remodeling projects we’ve completed recently.

Want To Renovate Your Office Space With A Limited Budget? Here’s What You Need To Do

This Neapolitan kitchen suffered from dated decor and insufficient space, especially … Read the rest

Backyard Fire Pit And Patio Ideas

Backyard Fire Pit And Patio Ideas – What’s more relaxing than spending time with your family or friends around a cozy fire? It’s a great way to socialize outdoors on those chilly evenings. A built-in firepit gives you just that, and it’s surprisingly easy to install, even in small outdoor spaces.

But with any improvements to your outdoor spaces, careful planning is always a good idea. And this is especially true for outdoor firefighting. So before you go ahead, read our 5 ideas to consider when planning your outdoor firepit.

Backyard Fire Pit And Patio Ideas

Both backyard fire pits and fireplaces provide warmth, light and ambiance that enhance your outdoor appeal and improve your home’s value. Before you move forward with your plan, decide which option is right for you. People often think that the two are the same, but there are differences.

Crucial Details When Designing And Building

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Budget-friendly Exterior Makeovers

Budget-friendly Exterior Makeovers – Planning to give your home a much-needed curb appeal renovation is all fun and games when you’re in the dream phase. Exploring Pinterest, Instagram and home magazines can leave you excited and inspired. But when it comes time to actually calculate the cost, you may not know where to start.

Average cost of a home exterior makeover is around $15,000 to $20,000, which includes exterior painting, door and window updates, railings and decorations. While that may seem like a pretty penny, it’s one of the least expensive parts of your home to renovate, and the value it adds to your home makes the investment well worth it.

Budget-friendly Exterior Makeovers

Also, the actual amount you could pay will vary depending on the size of your home, the work you want done, if you’re just doing cosmetic updates or replacing building materials, if you plan to do … Read the rest