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		<title>How to get your house ready for summer</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 11 May 2013 21:48:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It seemed to arrive a little late this year – no thanks to an overly optimistic groundhog – but spring has finally sprung. That means summer and its hazy days are just around the corner. But before you plan that first barbecue, consider getting your home hot-weather ready. Whether it’s a major upgrade or minor [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Good spring projects</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2013 04:58:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s a glorious time of year: Spring means fresh air through open windows, birds singing, plenty of sunshine – and the perfect season to make your home more beautiful and functional than ever. Proper planning – starting before you pack away your parkas for the season – is key to a good spring home transformation, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The homeowner and contractor relationship</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2013 07:59:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether you meet in a club, a church or a chat room, relationships – even good, long-lasting ones – can be complicated. And while you’re not likely to be annoyed with them for leaving dirty socks on the floor, your relationship with contractors can seem a bit like a marriage: feeling compatible is key. Still, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Why Malcarne does what we do</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 14:34:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Take four walls, add a roof and a door, and you’ve got a house. But nearly anyone would agree: It’s who lives inside those walls that make a home. For the better part of two decades, Malcarne Contracting has approached every renovation, every construction and every design with that simple thought. The people we serve, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Preventing Ice Damming on Your Roof</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 01:29:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Winter snows may be pretty and serene, but they bring with them a not-so-lovely side effect: ice. While shoveling and salting may work for your driveway and walkways, your roof is at risk for ice dams, which result in damage that may have you wishing for a year-round warmer climate. Still, a little prevention not [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Using renewable energy to offset your heating bills</title>
		<link>http://malcarne.com/blog/using-renewable-energy-to-offset-your-heating-bills/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2012 05:26:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether your gifts are all wrapped and neatly stacked under the tree or you’ll be running on some late-night shopping sprees, holiday merriment hangs heavy in the air – although wallets are usually somewhat lighter. Hold on to the seasonal cheer – and some hard-earned dollars – all year long by taking advantage of renewable [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Most Efficient Ways to Heat Your Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A chill’s in the air, the leaves are falling, and it’s almost time to talk turkey. But ever since you switched the thermostat to “heat,” chances are you’re also thinking about how to stop those energy bills from gobbling up your bank account. Typical homes, even those built in recent years, have the potential for [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Preparing your home for winter</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sandal and swim-suit season seems like only yesterday, but Old Man Winter’s right around the corner. You can procrastinate over digging out that fleece-lined parka and your fuzzy mittens, but, take it from the experts at Malcarne Contracting: No matter how difficult it is to say so long to summer, don’t put off getting your [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Net-Zero Energy Homes</title>
		<link>http://malcarne.com/blog/net-zero-energy-homes/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Sep 2012 00:00:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[You know the feeling: You’ve had out-of-town family visiting for two weeks, which means your dishwasher, showers and clothes dryer have been running practically nonstop. Sure, the grocery bill is through the roof, but it’s those energy prices that truly make you want to head for a vacation of your own. Now imagine the same [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM)?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you’re a homeowner, going energy efficient takes more than just finding a talented builder – and when you’re trying to help your business’ bottom line through energy efficiency, the story’s no different. At Malcarne Contracting, the team’s expertise extend far beyond the residential, including commercial and industrial buildings as well. It also boasts owner [...]]]></description>
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