Hello! My name is Jacob Dowdy and I'm a musician and guitar instructor in Raleigh, NC. I'm kind of new to the whole blogging thing, so give me some time and I'll be talking about things that matter in no time. Topics will range from guitar tips, tricks and techniques to random musical tangents that interest me. I'll also post a so... Read More

Susan Sutton is a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor in Apex, North Carolina. As a National Certified Counselor and a North Carolina Licensed School Counselor, she has been the school counselor there for the past ten years and implemented many successful programs including a how to be successful student in middle school tit... Read More

Homes built on crawl space foundations in the North Carolina suffer from poor moisture management. A sealed crawl space improves air quaility, reduces utility bills, prevents mold growth  and structural damage to your home. Common problems of moisture in your crawl space result in: • Mold or moisture damage in the crawl ... Read More

Providing paving and grading services in Apex, North Carolina, Eastern Services is your "Parking Lot Specialists" because we truly believe that we set the standard throughout NC for maintaining your parking lot in the most efficient, cost effective and longest lasting way possible. If you have a problem from the door to the road, we ca... Read More

Raleigh, NC – November 2012 – Raleigh web design and internet marketing agency, TheeDesign Studio, has announced the launch of Triangle Carpet Specialists newly re-designed website.  Triangle Carpet Specialists (TCS) is a locally owned carpet cleaning and flooring installation business in Apex, NC.  Besides offering carpet cl... Read More

Lower your energy costs:  Raleigh crawl space encapsulationinsulates the walls of your crawl space and conditions the air under your home. This results in a 10% to 20% annual savings on your power bill. Encapsulation is one of the few home repairs that pay for itself! Increased home comfort:Byconditioning the air in your craw... Read More

Crawl space remediation is a term that is commonly used to describe the process of cleaning and improving the conditions that exist in a home with a crawl space foundation. The term is often used in a generic sense, referring to repairing or the improvement of a particular condition that exists. The definition of the word remediation, ... Read More

One of the biggest obstacles small business owners have, particularly in the retail environment, is how to create that great business relationship. This can be with their customers, suppliers, or business partners. It is really tough to compete out there with the big box chains in retail. There is a small contingent of people who shop ... Read More

Whether you are traveling by car, bus, train, or plane – or for business or pleasure – youcaneat healthy on the go! The best way to succeed is to plan ahead. Don’t wait until you are hungry, and stuck in an airport terminal or at a rest stop to begin thinking about what you should eat. When traveling by car, pack a cooler (with frozen ... Read More

Many patients express interest in nutritional supplements and vitamins. Among these, CoQ 10 has been a major topic of discussion. CoQ10 is a fat-soluble vitamin-like substance present in every cell of the body and facilitates the production of energy within cells. It is found naturally in many foods (particularly high amounts in organ ... Read More

Gastric bypass surgery is a procedure which changes your digestive tract in order for you to lose weight. It is commonly used only on obese individuals whose obesity affects their health and well being. While being beneficial in reducing the risk for heart disease and diabetes, there can be complications associated with gastric bypass ... Read More

Researchers have recently discovered that light strength-training performed three times a week increases stability and muscle mass in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) sufferers. Lifting weights helps the body stay strong, keeps the muscles firing properly, keeps the joints from getting stiff, and it also helps maintain bone strength. If you h... Read More

Did you know that nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is the most common cause of elevated liver enzymes? Did you know that this disease can range from simple fatty infiltration of the liver to full blown cirrhosis (permanently destroyed liver tissue)? Cirrhosis can lead to the need for a liver transplant! Did you know that obesity, diabe... Read More

Have you ever thought of the positive effects of closing or dehumidifying your crawl space? A wet or dampcrawl spacecould be a result of wall cracks, inadequate vapor barrier coverage, or weather conditions such as hot humid summers. This leads to moisture problems along with stale air circulating within the crawl space creating a favo... Read More

 Have you had the unfortunate happen? Your termite guy, hvac guy, plumber or others come out of your crawl space and told you “I think you’ve got some mold down there”. Crawl Space Mold is a common problem for houses with crawlspaces, but it’s doubtful how many home owners realize the health hazards of molds. By getting rid of the... Read More