("IMSI") (OTC Bulletin Board: IMSI ) and a leading supplier of
stock house plans online, today announced a partnership with COBS Homes , a
national building management company operating in 46 states. The company's
mission is to help customers find and acquire the perfect plan for their dream
home by offering the largest selection of quality house plans and providing an
experience that exceeds all customer expectations.

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"Many of our customers are owner
builders who can greatly benefit from receiving expert homebuilding assistance
and services from a proven industry leader like COBS Homes. "This will ensure the home is
properly ventilated to keep air and water healthy and fresh," added Lipford. Loctite(R) Press and Seal(TM) Windows and Doors Caulk/Filler: This
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DuPont(TM) and Tyvek(R) are trademarks or registered trademarks of DuPont
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preferred house plans supplier for COBS Homes. All other trademarks are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.?' Campaign Shares Remodeling Advice to Maximize
Moisture Resistance and Energy Efficiency

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come in designer colors and styles, so the interior of your home can be as
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"Owner builders need home plan options, and we feel Houseplans.

About IMSI
Founded in 1982, IMSI has established a tradition of providing the
professional and home user with innovative technology and easy-to-use,
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The following zones have been identified by Lipford to improve energy
efficiency or complete a home's building envelope, the structural elements
that enclose a building to provide the thermal barrier between the indoor and
outdoor environments.

Question to Ask Your Contractor: What window choices do I have, in all
price points, to maximize moisture resistance and energy efficiency? What
window flashing choices?

Building Envelope ZONE #4: The HVAC system
Lipford advises homeowners to work with a contractor to ensure they have
the right size HVAC systems for your home. DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R) HomeWrap(R) and DuPont(TM) Flashing Systems:
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windows that help prevent water and air infiltration and lower energy
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NOTE: IMSI is a registered trademark of International Microcomputer
Software, Inc. It can be used for interior and
exterior application and meets ENERGY STAR(R) standards.

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"Partnering with a nationally renowned provider of homebuilder services
such as COBS is a win-win scenario for Houseplans customers," said
Marvin Mauer, President of Houseplans, Inc. And COBS Homes is
the perfect industry partner because they offer a strong marketing advantage
through their alliance with The Home Depot.E.
Without a quality house wrap, homes can be more exposed to everyday elements
that can lead to exterior deterioration, air and water infiltration and
possibly mold. The higher the SEER rating,
the more money you'll save.

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"Many factors, including severe weather, fuel prices and a renewed
interest in conservation, or 'green' building are driving today's homeowners
to seek every way possible to keep their homes efficient and resistant to
moisture," said Lipford.

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com Becomes a Preferred Provider of Stock House Plans for COBS
Homes

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premier resource for finding the right house design that meets individual
customer needs," said Dan McCloskey, Vice President of Sales with COBS Homes.com.

About COBS Homes
COBS Homes works for homebuyers desiring to act as the builder of their
own home.com. "It's best to work with your
builder or contractor to find a style and material of windows that suits your
tastes and needs," said Lipford.

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Houseplans. COBS was founded to provide services that help with construction
loans, home plans, building lots, building materials, construction budgeting,
and the entire process of building a home., In 2005, $256 billion will be
spent on remodeling, including additions, makeovers and other upgrades to
improve the homes' livability and resale value.

Question to Ask Your Contractor: What size and SEER rated HVAC System
should I install?

Building Envelope ZONE #5: Appliances
Select energy saving appliances, from dishwashers to ovens that use less
energy, save money, and help protect the environment.

Question to Ask Your Contractor: Will you ensure I select energy
efficient appliances?

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"There are important questions to ask your
contractor early in the remodeling process, as well as specific areas of the
home to focus on for greatest efficiency. Simonton Windows: Simonton offers high-quality vinyl windows that are
virtually maintenance free , provide excellent insulation, are
reasonably priced and of course look great! For more information,
visit http://www. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a
wide range of innovative products and services for markets including
agriculture, nutrition, electronics , communications, safety and protection,
home and construction, transportation and apparel.

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Question to Ask Your Contractor: Can you help me determine the level of
insulation that is right for my home?

Building Envelope ZONE #2: The Walls
During construction, quality contractors employ a house wrap, such as
DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R) HomeWrap(R), which meets ENERGY STAR(R) standards, under
the siding to protect the structure like a windbreaker, stopping the wind and
rain from getting in and forming a protective skin around the walls, doors and
windows .

Question to Ask Your Contractor: Do you plan to use DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R)
HomeWrap(R) on my remodeling project?

Building Envelope ZONE #3: The Windows
There are many window styles to choose from that can impact your home's
energy efficiency and moisture reduction.
As for energy efficiency, all central cooling systems have an energy savings
rating, Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, or SEER.

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For more information on COBS Homes
visit http://www.
"Some of the most effective solutions that help secure homes are the ones you
can't see and are important to focus on early in the remodeling process," said
Lipford.

This category lists websites that provide original content (such as articles)
or resources (such as message boards) that is freely available and pertinent
to the restoration of old houses.

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'What About M. Vinyl windows have become one of the most
popular choices for superior energy efficiency and moisture management,
especially when flashed correctly and installed with insulated glass panels. DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R) Weatherization Systems Products meet
ENERGY STAR(R) standards.

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About Houseplans , Inc.

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("Houseplans"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of International Microcomputer
Software, Inc.

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Weatherization Systems Products, in partnership with Today's Homeowner host
Danny Lipford, has introduced a consumer education program entitled "What
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Houseplans.com), a wholly-owned subsidiary of
IMSI(R), is focused on serving the rapidly growing market for the sale of
stock house plans online and related home building services.?" encouraging consumers to ask their remodeling contractors about
Moisture Resistance and Energy Efficiency.

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Headquartered in
Oceanside, California, COBS has distinguished itself as one of the nation's
fastest-growing online homebuilder management companies, and is supported by a
marketing partnership with The Home Depot.

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Building Envelope ZONE #1: The Attic
According to Lipford, in both warm and cool climates, attic insulation can
result in significant energy savings, reducing heating and cooling costs. Installing vents in remodeled rooms such as the
kitchen, bathrooms and laundry room will help circulate air, control indoor
humidity and manage moisture.

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