Monthly Archives: March 2011

A Renovation in Wayne, PA

Posted on March 24, 2011 by KippH

Renovation / Addition in Wayne, PA Betzwood Associates was retained to design a new style for this traditional ranch home in Wayne, PA. The Client had many ideas for a new look. From in-depth meetings our design team was able to create … Continue reading →

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Preventing Ice Dams

Posted on March 16, 2011 by KippH

Preventing Ice Dams Ice dams form when a home’s escaping heat warms the roof sheathing and melts the underside of the snow layer on the roof. Water trickles down the roof until it reaches the cold roofing over the eaves, … Continue reading →

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Sprinkler Mandate in 1- and 2-Family Homes

Posted on March 11, 2011 by KippH

PA House Votes to Remove the Sprinkler Mandate The House of Representatives of the Pennsylvania General Assembley voted YES on HB 377 to remove the fire sprinkler mandate in one- and two-family homes by a overwhelming margin of 154-39. Both … Continue reading →

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Understanding Basements & Groundwater Control

Posted on March 9, 2011 by DaveK

Keeping the Groundwater and Contaminants Out Buildings used to be constructed over cellars. Cellars were dank, dark places where coal was stored. People never intended to live in cellars. Now we have things called basements that have pool tables, media … Continue reading →

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Private Residence in Villanova, PA

Posted on March 4, 2011 by KippH

Betzwood Associates completes a residential renovation project in Villanova, PA. General Contractor Brian Cox Builders Photographer Peter / Kubilus

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Ardmore Infiniti Dealership

Posted on March 3, 2011 by KippH

Betzwood Associates completed a major renovation project for Ardmore Infiniti. General Contractor Frank Mariani, Inc. Photographer Peter / Kubilus

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