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While shipping companies and services accept a great number of items, some require special care when sending or receiving them. Referred to as “dangerous goods” or “hazardous materials”, these items have strict regulations to keep involved parties as safe as possible. While many are unlikely to be handled by the average person, there are other products that you might not realize would need to be regulated. Homeowners should know what to expect during dangerous goods packaging and shipping.

What are Dangerous Goods?

Dangerous goods are defined by the Department of Transportation and the United Nations as any substance or object that could harm living organisms, property or the environment, whether broadly or due to specific conditions during shipping. There are nine recognized categories, based on the type of danger posed:

• Explosives
• Gases—flammable, toxic or neither
• Flammable liquids
• Flammable solids
• Oxidizing substances and organic pesticides
• Toxic and infectious substances
• Radioactive

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Going green contributes to a more sustainable environment. There’s a common misconception that green living is expensive, but taking steps to make your home eco-friendly may help to save you money Here are X ways to make your New Jersey home a little greener.

Add Smart Meter

Winters in New Jersey can get pretty cold. When the temperatures drop, your heater becomes your home’s (and your family’s) best friend. It’s also one of the things in your home that uses the most energy. After installing a smart meter, you can program it so that your heat only comes on at certain times of the day. You reduce your energy usage and your energy bills.

Put in Some Solar Panels  

Solar panels are work by taking the sun’s energy and turning it into electricity. With solar power new jersey, your home is provided with a completely clean source of …

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Owning land and building a home on it is the long-standing dream for many people. Some dream of a big front porch with a lazy dog and a tractor with a double bale hay spear working in the nearby field. Others imagine a sleek structure full of windows to catch stunning views. Each design takes time, planning, and a careful eye on the budget to make the dream a reality 

Decide on a Budget 

Extravagant or modest, the budget for any building project should be thoughtfully calculated. It is important to decide how much can reasonably be spent, how much wiggle room is allowed, and where the cutoff point is. Knowing and sticking with a budget from the beginning can help the rest of the process go more smoothly and ensure money doesn’t run out halfway through the build. 

Have the Land Evaluated 

Before any structure can be placed, …

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