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Thinking of selling your home or already have it listed? In this market savvy home sellers are looking for a competitive edge. A thorough home inspection from a local, qualified inspector is a powerful tool for setting buyer's minds at ease. Pre-sale inspections offer the seller considerable advantages over other listed properties: · Permits seller to make repairs ahead of time so that defects do not become stumbling blocks in negotiating · Signals openness and good faith towards the buyer · Unearths any unpleasant surprises before potential buyers arrive and gives the seller ample time to address them · Helps sellers fend off demands for unrealistic price reductions to...

Making a house is not easy. And it is even more difficult to maintain it. A house once built needs proper care and maintenance to keep the beauty intact. As a house is exposed to the atmosphere and all sort of damaging elements it needs to be protected well. One such damaging thing is molds. Molds can be very dangerous as not only they make the home look ugly but also have negative impact on one's health. A mold is a type of fungus which grows on wooden items, plants, fibers and grows fast on damp places. It travels through the air and multiplies very fast. Within no time they will all over the place and make your home look dirty. Molds are very harmful to health as well. It causes allergies, throat...

When you go to buy a home, one of the things you will need to do is have the home professionally inspected. The same thing goes for when you are trying to sell your home. You cannot get conventional financing for a home that doesn't pass certain inspections. A house has to be in livable condition, and free of danger or other complications in order to be bought, or sold. Making sure you are using the right company to inspect your home is also very important, you wouldn't want something that can be life threatening or something that could severely decrease the value of your home to go unnoticed. Another type of inspection is when you are building your home, or while a contractor is building a house...

A home inspection is very important if you are on the verge of purchasing a property as a form of an investment and you are trying to appraise your home. There are some instances wherein before a property will be made available for sale, there is a need to conduct a specialized home inspection to verify if the house is still conducive for living and if the materials and other considerations are still good to go. Here are some of the things that you have to bear in mind if you are into conducting a home inspection. This checklist is very helpful in ensuring the potential of a given property and making sure that all the parts and important details of the inspection is covered. First from the checklist...

The new home inspection checklist is a new tool which is used when you have a new home and before stepping into the home you would want to have a final walk through of your home. This would allow you to have a more detailed and deep look at the list and would give you much better as well as greater chances for finding the problems that can be easily fixed by the builder before you actually shift in your new home. These would save you from the future problems and difficulties which you had to face otherwise. The list of the problems would be identified and you would have a much better idea which things need to be fixed by the builder. If a builder thinks that the construction or the building of the...

Having a home inspection checklist is an essential tool for any new homebuyer. Whether it is your very first home or your fiftieth, having a home inspection checklist can be an invaluable aid. Aside from hiring a home inspector to go over your potential purchase with a fine tooth comb, you can conduct your own inspection as long as you know what it is you are looking for. Unless you have previous experience working for a home inspection service, it is not likely that you will know all of the details that need to be addressed when buying a house. Getting a pre-written home inspection checklist is one of the smartest ways of gaining the secret knowledge for which people usually pay home inspectors...

So you are now moving to a new home and since you are about to sell your old dwelling and looking to buy a new one, the need for a certified building inspector is all the more urgent. No doubt you've scoured the net for things to look for when hiring a home building inspector, but what about the things to avoid? Unfortunately, the world is not perfect and no matter how honest and sincere you are with your daily dealings, there are some unscrupulous characters who are out to make your life miserable. And even the simple act of finding someone to give you a building inspection service is not exempt. From dishonest contractors to outright thieves, you must keep your guard up when looking for a building...

People who have already bought homes of their own or those who know a thing or two about real estate and houses will tell you that there's really no perfect house. Technically, you'll always find something wrong in any house, even houses that are newly-built. However, some houses are just damaged in more serious ways than other houses, which is what you want to avoid when you are looking for a house to buy. For example, if one couple decide to look at a home for sale, they typically look the house over during daytime. Imagine how frustrating it would be for them if they moved into the house and discovered that at night, it's covered with bugs and is badly infested with insects. Not only will they be...

Many new homes in Washington State come with a 12-month new home warranty. The cost of this warranty was figured into the sale price so you have already paid for this assurance. Congratulations if you are a new homeowner! It is likely that your builder did a great job overseeing the construction and assembly of your home. It is in his or her best interest to produce a quality product and to provide good customer service. However, many workers were involved in the building process, and sometimes things get overlooked. Small defects in materials or workmanship can lead to expensive repairs, over time, if left undetected. A home inspection during the eleventh month of ownership is good insurance...

Software (SW) Inspections (Formal Inspections or Peer Reviews) have been used for decades to remove defects during SW development from requirements, design, code, test, or documentation artifacts. Several years ago, I was attempting to quantify effectiveness (Return on Investment) for SW Inspections, in other words, how many need to be conducted, and how well, to achieve quality and cost goals. I searched the internet but found nothing useful. After developing a solution, I was troubled by the lack of other solutions on the internet. Why hadn't a solution been found? If brilliant minds had failed at this then my solution was likely a joke! I was relieved to find that companies apparently weren't...

There is no doubt; I live in a very wet place. From November to March we get an average of nearly seven inches of rain a month in Olympia, WA. This deluge can lead to many homes having standing water under them. A one-time event may not do damage, but constant or re-occurring water "events" under your home can cause a lot of problems. Standing water can lead to moisture issues in the wood sub-structure. Wood rot and pest infestation are common results of moisture under a home. Like all animals, wood-destroying organisms (WDO's) need shelter, food and water to survive. If they can find a ready source of water in your home it often completes the list of needs for them to thrive. One common WDO here in...

When trying to determine the costs involved when buying a condo, condo siding repairs are certainly one of the things that you should look at. Many people overlook this potentially expensive part of condominium costs, and end up being surprised at the cost. Often, poor siding does not cost that much to repair or even redo - the real costs comes from the potential damage that could lie underneath. Condo siding repairs are largely dependent upon the type of siding you wish to repair. As a rule, vinyl, aluminum and metal sidings are less expensive repairs than on cedar or wood based sidings. The labor and materials for this are not incredibly expensive. Keep in mind that most siding can be easily...

One-point lessons are a simple yet powerful learning and operational tool. When applied systematically throughout the work site, one-point lessons provide many benefits. They can help deploy just-in-time knowledge and skills across an organization. They also positively affect employees' abilities to perform daily tasks as well as improve an organization's cost efficiency and product quality. As an aid for spreading best practices company-wide, one-point lessons can support and enhance improvement efforts such as Lean Management, Just-In-Time (JIT) Production, Total Quality Management (TQM), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM). One-Point Lessons One-point lessons are short visual presentations on...

This article will give a you simple, yet very effective steps to dramatically speed up the performance of your laptop or computer. Our world has become more and more technologically dependent and machines that are used to be seen in movies and business firms are now also visible at home, like the super-fast computers. Nowadays, computer has become a necessity not just for businesses but also at school and at home. There are many types of computers that are introduced in the market and are continually developed depending on the needs of a person like personal computers, and the most convenient to carry are the lap tops and "notebooks". And with the existence of internet, computers have truly become...

What would you do if you found out that there was a killer living in your home? You would do whatever it takes it get that dangerous person out of your house. Mold can be a dangerous and silent killer lurking inside the walls of your own home. There are some signs that you can look for to be able to recognize the danger and get rid of it so you can live in safety and security. Lets take a look at some of these indicators. One of the first indications that your home has a mold problem is smell. If you smell some mildewy or musty scents in your home, you might have a problem with mold infestation. You can walk around your house and literally sniff the problem out. Another way that you can tell if you...

When buying a home, home inspection is a very important step in the home buying process. It is like the home is getting a check-up by a doctor. If anything wrong is found, you can provide the medicine in the form of repairs. If you are unable to have the repairs performed, you simply lower the price of the home to compensate the new owner for having to take on the repairs. It is important, however, that you find a home inspector who knows how to do their job. You want someone who is thorough so that you know the scope of the repairs that need to be done to the home. Here are some questions to ask in order to find a home inspector who will get the job done right: • What kind of training have you...

One of the most common plumbing mistakes in a home is the lack of the air gap or drain loop by the dishwasher. That lets kitchen sink waste water to enter the dishwasher, so you won't want to wash your dishes with dirty water. This is how the air gap works: The air gap is usually located right by your kitchen faucet. The water discharge from to dishwasher, and goes up in a loop in the air gap and falls down in the sink trap. The air gap should not leak, but it is normal to hear gurgling as the water goes through the loop. If you don't have a air gap you would want to look underneath your sink to make sure you have a loop on your drain hose. Your dishwasher drain hose needs to be higher than the sink...

Aside from being one of life's essentials, your home can be an investment of a lifetime. Though this structure can bring everyday life of the family the needed protection and comfort that even extends to other great benefits such as entertainment, relaxation and even luxury; many still overlook the importance of home maintenance. Keep in mind that homeownership does not end at purchasing a New York house but extends to caring for and managing the property to enjoy maximized beauty, functionality, coziness, as well as great return by resale time. So whether you are in Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, or Manhattan know and implement the fundamentals of home maintenance and its cost and...

Touchscreen laptop computers are slowly making their way into the mainstream computing world. Chances are that you've owned one or more computers in your life and you know how to go about buying a good laptop or personal desktop computer. Now that touch screens are being introduced into notebook computers, many people find themselves wondering how to choose a good one. There are a few factors that are key to choosing a good system. First and foremost when choosing a laptop computer with a touch screen is the sensitivity of the screen. It would be pointless to buy a system that didn't respond well to touch input. Not all systems are created equally and it would be wise to try out the laptop before...

Facility maintenance software is an important tool in keeping and maintaining smooth functioning and operation of your business. It provides you with an excellent way to control your internal costs by emphasizing and regularizing maintenance works. Whether it is a workshop, small scale factory or even a service based firm; such software programs are essential for you to get and keep things in working condition. With such high level of importance, business and enterprise owners should always remain alert to find the best tools in the market. If you want to automate your maintenance work and your software is programmed for different line of business operations then it will not give you optimized...

Making tough property decisions. One such tough decision is to seek help: In times of recession management consultants seem to proliferate, each offering their individual brands of wonderful solutions. However, a newer breed of consultant, energy management consultants and environmental consultants, offer more practical, straight forward solutions to cutting costs without compromising the business. Using one of these companis offering energy management solutions where this saving is guaranteed is not a touch decision at all! There are huge benefits that can arise from a detailed energy assessment of commercial and industrial property. These can save clients thousands of pounds not only by looking at...

Although it's still in beta mode, the Tablet PC (Tablet Laptop) from Microsoft features the new Windows 7 operating system (OS) along with a host of intuitive features that are truly revolutionizing the computing experience and will potentially change the way we all interface with computers. Here's a quick background for those of you new to the Tablet PC Laptop. By definition, a Tablet PC has an interactive screen that can be "written" on with a special tablet pen as opposed to using the traditional mouse and keyboard. One it's most noteworthy features is that anything you write on the Tablet's screen can be converted to typed text in the font of your choice, or left as is in its original...

The day I moved the whole Kit and Caboodle to "Microsoft Data Base" did my work efforts became almost automatic. Take for example re-working a PLR or MRR Webpage with your HTML editor open, another 3 or 4 sub directory folders open (unzipping files), graphics folders, XL spreadsheet, FTP host, Graphic Editor and last but not least the PayPal Merchant page to customize your Buy Now Button. Oh and not to forget the email client running in the background playing the last greatest video before the web site gets removed (yes you get that warning now and again). Only I have the tendency to work on more than one PLR, MRR site at the same time. I am grateful my laptop has 3 Gigabyte Ram. I still use...

Buying a new camera can be a very confusing process. The confusion is generally coming from the fact that there are so many camera and other photographic equipment variations available in the market so making a choice can be a daunting task. If you are asking yourself "Which is the best digital camera out there?" , the short answers is "There isn't one." . What you should really be asking is "Which is the best camera for my purpose and budget out there?". This guide to buying digital camera or other equipment will show you the key areas you should think about and do further research on before you decide on which new camera to buy: 1. Decide on Your Budget: When deciding on your budget take into...

With hundreds of people being made redundant each week and 80% of jobs now advertised online there has been a huge surge in the number of people accessing the Welsh Assembly's ReAct fund to improve their poor IT Skills. The ReAct fund provides those who have been made redundant within the last 6 months, or who are under a notice of redundancy, with up to £2500 worth of training. With time to reflect on their careers and this funding availableto them, people in Wales are addressing their poor IT Skills. There has been an increase in the number of people signing up for the ECDL (European Computer Driver License) qualification which is recognised by employers across Europe as the must have IT user...

If you are like most small business owners, you don't view yourself as a software technology expert. In fact, you probably approach new information technology (IT) projects with trepidation and hand it off to the back-office staff or third-party consultants. This is an understandable and healthy fear given that the majority of software projects fail. This is also one of the reasons why small and medium size businesses lag behind large companies in software technology adoption. While the largest manufacturers, retailers, and financial services firms charge into the 21st century with optimized supply chains and web-based customer management applications, too many small or mid-size businesses are still...

If you are planning to attach a trailer to your vehicle you need to be aware of the concept an electric brake system. As the trailer itself does not have a brake system it needs to be installed to it with the controls with the driver in the vehicle. Electric brake system consists of components that are mounted on the trailer and the vehicle. To control the brakes you need to have the electric brake controller strategically placed in a location that is easily in range of the driver. The left and right electric brake components are attached to the trailer, an emergency brake kit and drum and hub assemblies. The electric brake system requires a brake controller to be able to brake the car with the...

Determining which type motor you need may not be an easy task. There are many different types available today. Before you order, there are a number of parameters that need to be addressed. So how can you properly accomplish this? This article is written to assist you in determining which motor is best for your application. First and foremost you will need to know what voltage source is available in your application. Electric motors can be classified as either AC (Alternating Current) or DC (Direct Current). Alternating current types only run on AC Voltage and direct current types only run on DC Voltage. There is also a universal motor that can run on both AC and DC voltages. Once you have...

A car, for some, is one of those assets, which are more valuable to them than their life. Why not? Some of them spend their entire savings in getting a dream car and free themselves from the transportation problem, which a commoner face everyday. However, with the purchase of a car, comes a responsibility. You need to be aware of every trouble that a car can face and take required action before it is too late. One of the parts, which require more attention from your end, is the Starter motor. You should make sure that the car is being observed properly, if you notice that the starter motor is making noises, which you are hearing for the first time. If you do not take care of this problem beforehand...

Induction motors are the most common motors in use today. Motor noise can be a challenge for most motor manufacturers. So what causes motor noise and what can be done to reduce the noise? In this article we will discuss where motor noise comes from and how it can be minimized. The three basic types of motor noise are: 1. Magnetic Noise 2. Bearing Noise 3. Unbalance Noise MAGNETIC NOISE: The main source for magnetic noise in induction motors comes from force waves created by the rotating magnetic field. Since this field is the vehicle by which power is transmitted from the stator to the rotor, elimination of this noise is not possible. However, magnetic noise can be minimized by utilizing several...

Generally speaking, China's valve prices relatively stable, although slightly down year, but the magnitude is very small. Valve technology in 2010 highlighted what changes it, Xiao Bian finishing three points. One, people-oriented, establishing humanized design concept Usually the main consideration in product design is its texture, structure, Machinery Strength, performance, service life factors in evaluating the merits of the valve, the general is using these indicators. With the development, social progress, human-centered thinking philosophy has permeated all areas of life, we have from housing, Auto , Computers, cell phones, Clothing As well as various public facilities in all obviously feel...

Full Step control is achieved by turning on the complete winding of the motor. This is the simplest and therefore lowest cost method for controlling the stepper motor. Most step motors are four phase which requires each phase to be turned on individually. The most common method of achieving this is to use a transistor to switch the phases on and off. There are chips that are available off the shelf that contain internal transistors and they can control external mosfets as well. When full step is utilized, the motor shaft will rotate 1.8 degrees mechanically. The motor will require 200 steps to make one revolution. The term Half Step refers to the fact that the motor rotates only one half of a step...

Sheds have different uses. They can be made up of metal, wood, plastic and vinyl. All these materials have different advantages like steel is durable and cost effective. Wood looks good but need a lot of maintenance. Plastic is not very strong but otherwise is durable and cost effective also. These are generally used for the purpose of keeping equipments and tools. They are mostly a single room structure and come in different styles. They come in flat roofs and sloping roofs. They also come with different kinds of doors. Most of them are made up of steel which is economical. They can be specially designed to enhance the beauty of the garden. They are available in many sizes and designs. Depending on...

A Breaker panel is certainly one of the main electrical components that is essential in home and commercial establishments. It has the function of safely distributing electric power at homes or in office. It divides the electrical power being fed into subsidiary circuits. While doing so, it also provides a protective fuse or circuit breaker for each circuit. This is principally designed to avoid any untoward incidents that could occur due to faulty electrical wiring. There are many different types of these panels according to each electrical specifications and the circuit breaker enclosed in them. Regardless of its design, style, and finish the bottom line is its efficiency in providing the needed...

In an induction motor is a voltage that on several (connected up to about 6 times basis) of its rated current. Since the charge is accelerated, the available torque drops usually rises a little, then a maximum, while the current remains high until the motor reaches full speed. In contrast, if a VFD starts a motor, applies a first low frequency and voltage to the motor. The frequency is from 2 Hz or less. This will avoid such a low frequency of the high inrush current, that occurs when the engine simply by applying the utility (mains) voltage started by turning a switch. After starting the VFD, and increases the frequency of the applied voltage at a controlled rate or be strengthened to accelerate...

An induction heater is exactly what it claims to be. It is a heating unit that works but utilizing powerful magnetic fields to heat a conductive body. There are three main components to an induction heater, the primary part being the coil. The coil is actually composed of many smaller coils - copper coils - wrapped around and around each other, and a central mandrel (a rod whose purpose is to be coiled by other metals and to keep them in the desired shape). The coil is the inductive unit, transferring the heat through from the power source to the working surface. The power unit is of course the generator, the item that all induction heaters depend on, its function is to take in the power from the...

Ever since the first Bond movie, nothing has been as popular as wearing a James Bond costume for Halloween. While most kids are dressed as the same old vampire, werewolf, or zombie, the kid wearing the James Bond costume keeps it cool and original. Regardless if it's a boy or a girl wearing this costume, they are sure to look good trick-or-treating, or attending the Halloween party. James Bond Costume The really great thing about wearing a James Bond costume is that you really don't have to buy anything. If you have a nice black suit and tie, then you have a costume. Shine your shoes, slick your hair back, and add some sunglasses and you're already the character. If you need accessories, just wear a...

Wireless Surveillance Combo with 4 Cameras (PAL). This wireless surveillance combo is perfect for keeping your eyes and ears on your home or small business. If you are looking for an effective and economical surveillance system for your home or small business, look no further. This Wireless Surveillance Combo with 4 Cameras for the EU can provide the wireless surveillance solution you need at a price you can afford. With four cameras and a wireless receiver, this Wireless Surveillance Combo provides a range of flexible surveillance solutions. Expecting unwelcome guests? Install a camera over the door and screen visitors before they even knock. Need to prevent theft in your shop? Put a camera in each...

X200XPi device are used extensively by US armed forces an US law enforcement to fight the war on terror, home land security and of surveillance application. This device has the capability for detecting humans up to 450 meters (1,500 feet), about the length of four foot ball fields, to have an improved image processing. It has got a LCD screen where you get a clear image after recording you can also play back to see the result. It is the first known sophisticated device. Dust, smoke and complete darkness are all transparent to this device, which is an improved technology. It has got a 30 mm detector ensures not only a fast turn on time, but also real time video imaging. The look is pleasing and so is...

If you are looking for a way to enhance the appearance of your yard and get more enjoyment out of your home, consider having landscape lighting installed. In addition to their aesthetic value, outdoor lighting can improve your home's security and usability. Security Although a beautifully lit home may make your house appear more welcoming to your invited guests, a well-lit exterior is a deterrent to intruders. Outdoor lighting can reduce the chances of your home being a target for crime by increasing visibility, making it difficult for a break-in to go unnoticed. Safety The deck or patio where you enjoy relaxing in the daytime can be an accident waiting to happen in the dark. It is too easy to trip...

Multi purpose security surveillance CCTV system with two wireless cameras and one wireless AV receiver. Have you ever though about setting up surveillance in your home or office but thought it will be too complicated? Well, brace yourself for this easy to setup wireless monitoring camera system (with audio) that makes having your own wireless CCTV security system finally within reach of the average person. The multi purpose security surveillance system kit comes with a wireless AV receiver with 2.5 inch TFT LCD screen and two wireless cameras with high quality CMOS image sensors that can be used up 50 meters from the receiver. This system can work in temperatures between 0 - 50 degrees...

Have you ever wondered why some people are so much more successful than you are when hunting turkeys? Some hunters always seem to get their birds. Well, I am here to tell you that there is definitely one or more secret tactics that the person has mastered. You do not get really good at harvesting gobblers without knowing a thing or two. Some of these secrets are in fact skills picked up over years of turkey hunting. There are certain individuals out there that have honed their skills to the level of tenth degree turkey belt. You may never be as good as they are, but I promise you that there is a set of basic skills that you can use to become much more successful in the turkey woods. These skills...

We all have our preferences and foibles when it comes to making purchasing decisions, and making the choice of which new rifle scope to get is no different. Have you ever noticed that often it is the little things that snag us. Fortunately, when looking for a new scope we are going to be blinded by the color or whether it has a great set of wheels. After all, all scopes look pretty much alike. That leaves us with trying to digest the many options that are available. And, not unlike an automobile, or any other item I guess, all kinds of claims are made. So, sorting them all out is our biggest challenge. With each claiming to be the best, how do you choose. First, let me start out by saying that...

Are you a woodworker? Maybe you love to work with your hands on building anything. Conversely, maybe you always wanted a gun cabinet, but were too cheap to buy one and you figure maybe you can build one cheaper! No matter what the reason, building a gun cabinet can be a great experience and a perfect way to show off your gun collection. Luckily there are many sites on the internet that have plans. Most have a small price, others are actually free. Search around for a while to find a cabinet that matches your skill level and your room decor. Make sure the plans have a full breakdown of all the tools and materials you will need. Also be sure that you have all the tools that it requires. It is...

A hunting scope magnifies a target and increases the accuracy of the individual shooting the weapon. Scopes have different characteristics including eye relief, reticles, adjustment, and exit pupils. In order to end up with the best product mounted on the firearm, some tips should be followed when buying a hunting scope. Eye relief is the distance that the human eye can be from the scope and still observe a full view. The longer the eye relief, the further the eye can be from the nearest portion of the scope. Scopes with longer eye reliefs provide hunters with more distance between themselves and the rifle, lessening the possibility of recoil injuries. The reticles, or cross hair lines, contained...

So you are looking to buy affordable hunting rifles and you are uncertain or just don't have any concept of what to purchase? Before we begin on the subject, it's necessary to recognize that recommending anybody, a deer rifle is sort of a recommendation of a lazy guy. There merely are far too numerous to select from. Everybody who hunts and enjoys taking pictures, sports activities have their private preferences. I am going to slender it down and make it easy for you. I am solely going to advocate one quality of deer hunting rifle. There's merit to numerous calibers. However I am only going to suggest one on this article. I promise to not pass into ballistics, velocities, trajectories, windage...

rt Cink won the 138th Open last week and he has described the victory as "surreal". He beat off tough competition against golfing legend Tom Watson. Cink won by a massive six shots against Watson in the play off after the two had both finished at two under par. "It's been a surreal experience," said Cink. "Playing against Tom Watson, this stuff just does not happen. "I grew up watching him - he has turned back the clock and I feel so happy just being part of it." Cink has not had the best of records at Open championships as he has only ever had one top 10 finish. Also he has only had five PGA Tour victories to his name since turning pro in 1995. Cink is a good player and has a very well technique to...

Nowadays, with the development of various electric products such as television, computer, mobile phone, MP4, more and more people come to be trapped with the eye problem. And people's wrong postures and habits in daily life when they are reading will bring bad effects on their eyes. Therefore, the serious outcome of the poor eyesight has become a very important issue today. No one can underestimate the function of their eyes in their whole life. Near-sightedness, far-sightedness or glaucoma is the most common eyesight problems. People are searching for methods to have them solve their eyesight problems. Some people choose to wear eyeglasses, some use contact lens, and even some of them determine to...

Eyes are an important part of our body. It helps us to do everything. It is play an important role in human life. That is why everyone gives most priority on eye health. But many people cannot take care of their eyes properly. Regular check up is the prerequisite for eye health which is impossible for many people. The high expense of eye exam and eye wear is responsible for this. Some vision centers work to solve this problem. Sears Vision Center is such vision center which wants to provide people better service at low cost.   Sears Optical Vision Center is a reputable and trustworthy vision center in USA. Sears Vision Centers have been working for 45 years to provide eye treatment to the people at...