Homeowner's Tips Blog
How to Add Moisture to Dry Air
August 31, 2018
Have you ever thought about spreading sand all over your living room? Probably not. But that doesn’t mean your home doesn’t sometimes feel as dry as a desert during the winter. That’s what heat does when all the windows and doors are shut. It robs your home of the relative humidity to feel comfortable in your own skin. But that doesn’t mean you’re forced to just sit there and take... Read more »
The Advantages of a Combined Boiler and Tankless Water Heater
August 10, 2018
Raise your hand if you remember the vintage Certs TV commercials that endlessly drove home the following: “Certs is a candy mint. Certs is a breath mint. Certs is two, two, two mints in one.” Here’s a vintage TV commercial that might help freshen up your memory. Corny or not, this classic ad campaign and slogan proved to be highly effective in drilling differentiating themselves from products that were either... Read more »
The Health Benefits of Gardening
July 16, 2018
In recent years, gardens have been popping up in some unconventional places – from prison yards to retirement and veteran homes to programs for troubled youth. Most are handy sources of fresh and local food, but they’re also becoming a form of therapy for those with mental health issues, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. Not surprising when you think of it…true gardeners and growers have long known... Read more »
How to Avoid Clogged Drains
July 11, 2018
Is there one plumbing problem that bugs you the most? We ask our customers that all the time. The runaway “favorite”? A clogged drain or toilet. There are several reasons for dreading it. One, a clogged drain or toilet temporarily puts that fixture out of commission, assuming your DIY efforts don’t bear fruit. Even if they do, it can be a messy and sometimes icky job. And what if you... Read more »
How to Improve AC System Efficiency
June 29, 2018
Here in Massachusetts, we hanker for warmer weather all winter long. When it finally arrives, we want it cool again, at least indoors. Which begs the question: can you count on your AC system to deliver all the comfort you want? Sure, provided you take good care of it and do your part to help prevent problems. Here’s a brief guide to effective AC maintenance: Attic ventilation. With the right... Read more »
When Should I Replace My AC System?
June 6, 2018
No every decision is as simple as you might like it to be. Vanilla or chocolate ice cream? Very simple, especially when you can have a little of each. Make meat loaf or pasta for dinner tonight? You might wrestle with this one a bit, but it won’t take long to decide. Besides, tomorrow’s another day. Here’s one that’s not so easy: is it better to replace or repair your... Read more »
How to Prevent Wet Basements
May 21, 2018
Winter can be rough in the Boston area, just as it has been over the past several years. But that’s not the only precipitation we get. It’s abundant in spring, who knows about the summer, and on it goes. What’s the point? Well, if your house or neighborhood is prone to basement flooding and you've not gotten basement waterproofers baltimore to prevent your basement from flooding, too much precipitation is... Read more »
6 Indoor Air Quality Solutions
May 3, 2018
Here’s a fun fact for you: on average, indoor air is about 50% more polluted than outdoor air. Maybe not so fun after all, especially if you have frequent symptoms of colds and allergies inside your own home. The good news is, you don’t have just sit around and take it. There are numerous things you can do to help clean up your air, and here are just a few... Read more »
Benefits of a HEPA Air Purifier
April 20, 2018
On average, indoor air is twice as polluted as outdoor air. Indoor air quality is often diminished by dust, pollen, pet dander, mold, and many other substances too small to see. Young children, older adults, and those who suffer from asthma, allergies, or other respiratory problems are especially vulnerable to the ill effects of airborne contaminants. What is HEPA technology? HEPA stands for High Efficiency Particulate Air, a technology first... Read more »
The Benefits of an AC Clean & Check
April 9, 2018
When’s the best time to have your AC system professionally cleaned and inspected? That’s sort of a trick question because, other than during the off-season, there’s really no bad time. Still, if were to recommend the best time, it would be in early to mid-spring. That’s when it’s warm enough to start your system as part of our inspection, but not so warm that you can’t bear to have us... Read more »