The technology of LED light fixtures is rapidly improving in the market.  After the ban of 100-watt incandescent bulbs, the growth of available replacements has ballooned.  75-watt incandescent bulbs are also on the way out, and 60-watt bulbs are next.     When energy-saving light bulbs first came on the market, compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs were one of very few choices available.  A 13-watt CFL will provide about the same light as a 60-watt incandescent bulb, but it contains mercury.  The other problem is that I have yet to install a CFL that has a life expectancy anywhere close to what is advertised on the packaging.     LED’s are very promising, and have many advantages over CFL’s and incandescent bulbs.  LED’s are great for shock resistance, and vibration.  Garage door openers and... 02/03/2014

Why Extension Cords are Dangerous in Riverside, CT   The correct use of an extension cord is in a temporary manner.  For instance, when using a power drill you plug it into an extension cord. Later, when you are done with the drill, you unplug the extension cord.  The cord becomes a problem when it is used in place of permanent wiring in the home.  I see this all the time in Riverside and other parts of Greenwich, CT.  Typically in older homes, the garage door opener is frequently plugged into an extension cord. Usually, when a garage door installer puts in the unit, there was no outlet in the ceiling, so he or she plugged it into an extension cord and told the homeowner to have an electrician install a permanent outlet.  Unfortunately, that incident occurred over twenty years, and seve... 01/09/2014

When the Power Goes Out, Who Should You Call?   It is quite common for tree branches to fall during a storm and knock down power lines.  Unfortunately, many homeowners are unsure as to what parts of the electrical system is their responsibility and what parts will be repaired by the utility company.  This is especially a problem during massive outages when homeowners may be without power for several days while waiting for the utility company to show up, then are told they also need to call a licensed electrician which will mean additional time with out power.     After a storm, when it is safe to go outside, a homeowner should inspect any damage to their structure or surrounding property.  Be extremely careful if there are any downed power lines.  Always assume those cables are live and... 01/06/2014

This time, it was not my laptop sticker...but my voice.  There is no way he could have seen my laptop, nor my shirt that says "The Flooring Girl," because he was right next to me.  Instead, he heard my voice.   I got a call from a customer who wants to refinish their hardwood floors in Katonah.  A past customer had recommended us, and he loved the ways their floors turned out.  He loved the finish and wanted to have the same for his home.  He was asking me questions about types of polyurethane and finishes.   When I got off the phone, the person next to me handed me his card and asked for mine.  As it turns out, he is a painter!  Yay!  Painting and flooring go hand in hand, and we can refer business to each other.  He is in Riverside CT and does both CT and Westchester; I'm in Westchest... 06/18/2013

Selecting carpet for your home in Riverside CT has never been easier...now, you can Shop at Home for your carpeting in Fairfield CT. Have you ever been to a carpet store and just felt lost and overwhelmed?  Sometimes, there are so many options that you don't even know where to start.  Sometimes, you may go into a store and find so many choices that you leave you more confused than you felt when you entered?  How do you know what's the best type of carpet for your home in Riverside CT?  What's the right one for your budget?  And, what's the right color?  Here's where we can help. We make shopping for carpet in Fairfield fun and easy. Everything starts with the area you are looking to carpet.  Is it for a bedroom or a living room or a family room or basement or the steps?  Different rooms... 10/31/2012

Are you looking to sand and refinish hardwood floors in Riverside CT?   It's amazing what a difference refinishing your hardwood flooring can make.  Your floors will look brand new and you even have the option to change the color.  You can go light, dark, mid tones, or red tones. It can really give your home (or room) a whole new look.   If you have hardwood underneath your carpets, we can restore the beauty of the hardwood underneath. It's amazing what a big difference this can make in your home.  And, believe it or not, it is usually less expensive to refinish your floors than to recarpet.  Refinishing your wood floors will also improve your home's value and it will be easier to clean and maintain.   At Floor Coverings International, we are a shop at home service.  We will bring the "... 07/08/2012

Are you looking for flooring for your home in Riverside CT 06878? We know there are many choices..and sometimes the process can feel overwhelming. Whether you're looking for hardwood floors, tile, carpet, laminate flooring, or if you just want to refinish your hardwood floors, Floor Coverings International can help make the process fun and simple. We are a shop at home service. Our tagline is "We bring the store your door." This is important because first, you can see the colors in your lighting and color coordinate with paint color, cabinets and furniture. Second, it allows us to provide a true estimate for you. And, third, of course it is more convenient this way. We provide guidance - Which is the best type of flooring for your environment and your budget? We'll help explain the pros... 11/07/2011

Are you looking for tile flooring and installation for your home in Riverside CT? Whether it’s a kitchen floor, bathroom floors and walls, an entry way or mudroom, or even a Kitchen tile backsplash,we can help you at Floor Coverings International. We understand that it can be challenging to find the right type of tile for your floors, walls and backsplashes. What’s the right type of tile – ceramic, porcelain, tumbled natural stone, marble or granite? What’s the best style and color? What types are easiest to clean. Many customers seemed to get overwhelmed when they visit a tile store. Well here’s where we can help. Floor Coverings International makes it simple by “bringing the store to your door.” That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting and color coordinate with your cab... 06/21/2011

Are you looking for laminate flooring for your home in Riverside CT 06878? We know it can be challenging to figure out which flooring is right for your space and whether a laminate floor is right for you. Which wood species and color will look best? Which ones work with your budget? Who should you have install the laminate floors? What is a floating floor? Well here's where we can help. We make finding laminate flooring simple. We "bring the store to your door." That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting - the way it will look in real life. We'll help you color coordinate with your paint and furniture colors. We'll explain what a floating floor is and, we'll help you figure out whether laminate flooring makes sense for you and your budget. If you want, we can even show you h... 04/25/2011

Are you looking for carpeting for your home in Riverside CT? Whether you're looking for carpeting for your bedroom, living room, family room or basement or even the whole house, we know it can be challenging to find the right carpet. How do you know which type of carpet is best for each setting? Which is right for your home and your budget? Which types are better for steps and high traffic areas? Which colors work best? Which ones last longer and which hide or repel dirt the best? Who should you have install your carpet? There's really a lot to consider and sometimes it gets overwhelming and more confusing when you go to a store. Well here's where we can help. We make finding carpeting simple. We "bring the store to your door." That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting - th... 02/06/2011

Are you looking for hardwood flooring for your home in Riverside CT?  Or maybe you have hardwood floors and just need to refinish them.  We know this is a big decision and it's sometime challenging and overwhelming to figure out what's the best type of hardwood and the best color for your Riverside CT home.  Well here's where we can help. We make it simple.   We bring the store to your door.  That way, you can see the samples in your own home and lighting.  The colors do look different in store so it's really important to see them at home and color coordinate with your paint and furniture.  We will help guide you through the process.  We'll explain the different types of hardwoods (e.g. solid hardwood vs. engineered hardwood) and the different species (e.g. oak, maple, brazilian cherry,... 12/16/2010

Year to date Sales of Single family homes are down 60.6%.   We have sold 97 Single Family homes year to date. The average sale price has consistently dropped since September of 08 and is 20.8% below last year at this time. The average days on the market for homes that have sold this year also consistently went up to a high of 294.  Last month it went down.   This indicates to me that sellers are becoming more aware and are pricing properties to secure contracts quickly, no longer are the days of testing the market. The list price to sold price ratio is 88.4% for homes that have sold this year.   Last year at this time is was running closer to 96% The inventory is up about 16.5% from last year.  This increased significantly in May and June of this year. The Absorption rate is up to a rec... 07/09/2009