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Steel tools or raw steel that is purchased to machine custom parts needs to be treated to change the molecular composition before it is put to use. Some steel is too soft and can shear off if it isn't heat treated. Heat treating can turn the steel brittle, so tempering is the final step.
Read MoreRot is the biggest enemy of a wood structure's integrity. When wood sill plates or studs rot, the strength of your home's structure is compromised.
Read MoreThe flywheel magnet provides an electric charge to the ignition coil, in turn sparking the plug in a small engine. If the magnet has lost it's magnetic properties or comes loose, the small engine may not start or run properly.
Read MoreDucts are the branches of the heating and cooling system of your home that provide the airflow from the main blower unit to the rest of the home. If an addition to the home is being made, or the system was inadequate due to age or other issues, new ducts or extensions can be added.
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