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

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

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

WHAT IS THE WATER QUALITY IN YOUR HOME?

HOW GOOD IS THE WATER IN YOUR HOME? IS IT CLEAN? DOES IT CONTAIN CONTAMINANTS LIKE BACTERIA OR FERTILIZERS OR METALS LIKE IRON OR LEAD? IS YOUR WATER HARD? Since we drink water, cook with it, and bathe in it, we do need to be aware of what is in the water in our homes … Continued