HOW CAN I FIX MY FROZEN PIPES?

Frozen pipes in the winter can be a significant hazard. If they burst, they will need to be replaced and if they burst and you aren’t aware of it, it can cause many damages to your home that will need repairs. When water freezes in a pipe it expands, it can spill several hundreds of … Continued

3 TIPS TO GET YOUR FURNACE READY FOR THE WINTER

Getting your furnace ready for winter is a crucial step towards making sure your furnace operates safely and efficiently. Follow these three tips for making sure your furnace is ready for the winter months. Professional Inspection The first step to furnace preparedness is getting an annual furnace inspection and maintenance check. Unless you are a … Continued

REPLACING GALVANIZED PIPING

AMERICAN HOUSES CONTAIN DIFFERENT TYPES OF PIPING, AND SOME OF IT IS BETTER THAN OTHERS. A very common type of piping in older houses is galvanized piping. Here we will explain what that is and why it can cause problems for homeowners. WHAT IS GALVANIZED PIPING? Galvanized pipes are steel pipes that have gone through the process of … Continued

WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF INDOOR AIR QUALITY?

When people think about indoor air quality, they think about pollution – outdoor pollution, including smog and ozone.  While these are dangers to human health, most people spend the vast majority of their time indoors. Restoring and maintaining indoor air quality should be a focus for them if they are concerned about their health. What are the health benefits … Continued

AGE IN PLACE SOLUTIONS

AS THE BABY BOOMER POPULATION MOVES INTO RETIREMENT AGE, BOOMERS ARE BEGINNING TO THINK MORE ABOUT WHAT THEY WILL NEED IN THEIR HOMES TO ACCOMMODATE THEIR CHANGING MOBILITY AND FLEXIBILITY. People do not want to give up their beloved homes just because they’re getting older, but age does present new challenges. Because easy-to-use bathrooms are even … Continued

BE PROACTIVE WITH WATER DAMAGE PREVENTION

IF YOU’VE EVER HAD A WATER LEAK IN YOUR HOME, YOU KNOW HOW FAST WATER CAN CAUSE DAMAGE. A leaky toilet on an upper floor can wreak havoc on floors, drywall, furniture, carpet and rugs, ceilings, and all the way down to the basement. Once you’ve had a flood or serious leak in your home, water … Continued

ADDING AIR CONDITIONING TO A BOILER HEATED HOME

IF YOU ARE A HOMEOWNER OR A HOMEBUYER OF A HOUSE WITH BOILER HEATING, YOU MAY THINK THAT AIR CONDITIONING IS NOT AN OPTION FOR YOUR HOME. Boiler systems do not have ductwork, so traditional central air conditioning is impossible. This is not true! There are solutions that will provide air conditioning to a boiler … Continued

10 REASONS TO HIRE A PROFESSIONAL PLUMBER

WE ALL DEPEND ON MODERN PLUMBING TO MAINTAIN OUR LIFESTYLES. If you don’t believe this, think of the last time you had a plumbing emergency either at work or at home. How long did it take you to panic or feel the impact of the lack of water or hot water? Not very long, right? Plumbing … Continued

HOW IMPORTANT IS AN EMERGENCY BACKUP SUMP PUMP?

A SUMP PUMP IS A FRONTLINE APPLIANCE THAT HELPS KEEP YOUR HOME SAFE FROM WATER DAMAGE. It acts as the first line of defense against water leaks and natural flooding. A sump pump will work when it’s needed even before you’re aware of the problem. If at all possible you want to avoid free-flowing water in … Continued

CHOOSING THE RIGHT BATHROOM FIXTURES

BATHROOM FIXTURES COME IN A WIDE VARIETY OF SHAPES AND FINISHES. Choosing fixtures is adding the final touch to any bathroom remodel or overhaul. How do you choose the right ones for you? It’s all about deciding on what look is best and which features you need for the budget you have to spend. Today’s faucet’s … Continued