Homeowner's Tips Blog
How to Prevent Frozen Pipes
September 27, 2021
Our plumbers want you to understand that burst or frozen pipes are one of the most common causes of water damage. However, there's no need to live in constant fear of your unheated water pipes freezing or bursting and causing a watery mess in your home. With the proper knowledge and preparation, you can prevent any unnecessary accidents before they occur! All you need to do is follow these simple... Read more »
Toilet Trivia – Things You Probably Don’t Know
September 16, 2021
Who doesn’t love a good game of trivia? Perhaps you crush the competition in all things pop culture. Or maybe geography is more your jam. Then there are those whose brains are filled with dozens of seemingly useless and random facts, like the inventor of the whiffle ball (David N. Mullaney), the number of muscles in a cat’s ear (32), or the name for the blob of toothpaste that sits... Read more »
The Benefits of a Home Water Softener
September 8, 2021
Virtually every potable water source in the US has at least trace levels of calcium and magnesium. When those levels rise above normal, problems can occur, setting the stage for hard water conditions. While hard water presents no health risks, it does leave several telltale signs, including these: Dull whites from the laundry Reduced sudsing action, sometimes requiring you to re-wash clothes, sheets, and towels A milky haze on dishes... Read more »
8 Home Maintenance Tips for the Fall
August 26, 2021
Regardless of what the thermostat reads, the first signs of fall are upon us. Shorter daylight hours, a fallen leaf here and there, and a certain something in the air that tells you these summer days won't be around for much longer. Which is why now is the perfect time to start preparing your home for the colder weather ahead. How to start? By lining up home maintenance pros now... Read more »
How to Avoid Clogged Drains
August 20, 2021
If there is a single plumbing issue that causes our clients the most grief, it's clogged drains. No matter how careful or clean we might be, clogged drains are practically inevitable in the household. While we here at Pann Home Services are always happy to help you clear an obstructed drain, we'd prefer for your drain to stay clean. That's why we've come up with several tips to help you... Read more »
How to Heat & Cool Your Garage
August 3, 2021
Most garages are an appendix, though more valuable than the one you were born with. Others are detached, but still, contain valuable space you can use for any number of reasons. They can be attractive and decorative, they don't have to look ropey. There are lots of different and modernized garage doors to install, as well as interior design ideas to add to the garage as well, obviously depending on... Read more »
Tips for Effective Power Washing
July 2, 2021
Power washing, sometimes known as pressure washing, a business, house, patio, or deck isn't exactly rocket science. And yet, a few simple mistakes can not only ruin a project, but could potentially cause serious damage. Of course, many people decide to contact a professional company to pressure wash their home for them (click here for more information) to ere on the side of caution, but there is nothing stopping you... Read more »
Low-Flow Bathroom Fixtures Live Up to Their Name
June 28, 2021
How low can you go? No, we’re not talking about the forever popular Limbo dance. We’re talking low-flow faucets and fixtures that use lesser amounts of water to accomplish everyday activities like handwashing, showering, and even flushing – all without compromising cleanliness or water pressure. Better yet, today’s low-flow technology has greatly surpassed previous models. Some fixtures can reduce your water usage by as much as 60 percent. That’s better... Read more »
The Benefits of a Water Softener
May 7, 2021
As someone who takes pride in your person and home, you wouldn’t think of going to work in dirty clothes. Serving a meal on dirty dishes. Or inviting guests over without first cleaning your bathroom from top to bottom. Cleanliness is a great quality. But don’t you just hate it when you’re doing all that washing and cleaning with hard water, and you seem to be headed in the wrong... Read more »
Bathroom Remodeling Trends Worth Rethinking
April 29, 2021
"Hey honey, I have a great idea for our bathroom renovation. Let's add wall-to-wall carpeting!" Probably not something you'd say – let alone ever consider – but there was a time when homeowners did in fact cover their bathroom floors with carpet. Luckily, not all home design trends are meant to last forever. Here are a few more current trends bound to make that same list, i.e., it's highly likely... Read more »