Holiday Plumbing Tips And Tricks

If there’s one thing that makes the holidays festive, it’s the food. Sure, it’s nice to meet family and talk about the year’s events, but let there be no confusion; everyone’s waiting on dinner. So whether you celebrate the holidays with a roasted turkey, glazed ham, or other treats, you can be sure that your… Read more »

Cost to Operate a Space Heater

A space heater can be a life saver when a supplemental source of heat is needed in a room or area of your home. Perhaps it’s that guest room you rarely use that’s always a bit colder than the rest of the house. Or maybe it’s a partially finished basement or attic that could use… Read more »

Differences Between Living Rooms & Family Rooms

Most everyone knows the purpose of a kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom. However, that isn’t always clear when it comes to living rooms and family rooms. In fact, many people use these terms interchangeably. However, there are a few distinct differences between these two spaces. While some homes include both a living room and a family… Read more »

Fall Plumbing Tips to Help Protect Your Home

If you’re feeling a bit melancholy, it often happens during the Fall season. While you may be relieved of hot and humid conditions, winter is straight ahead – and it’s hard to ignore. Then again, so is the fun of Halloween, Thanksgiving feasts, kids home from college, fall harvest fairs, and so much more. Do… Read more »

Is a Tankless Water Heater Right for You?

When something new comes on the scene, it’s often met with a good bit of skepticism. This holds true for early-model automobiles, airplanes, televisions, smartphones, and a whole lot more. It’s no surprise that much the same happened when the first tankless water heaters came on the scene. People and plumbers alike likely wondered how… Read more »

Hard Water Problems – They’re Hard to Miss

Water containing high levels of calcium, magnesium, lime, and other minerals is said to be “hard”. It doesn’t pose any health risks per se, but it can cause problems for your home’s plumbing and water-using appliances. Hard water also can make several common household tasks a little tougher to check off your to-do list. Wondering… Read more »

Is My HVAC System Wasting Money?

Other than the occasional sound of cycling on and off, and of course the cool or warm comfort it provides, your HVAC system is pretty much out of sight, and out of mind. But that doesn’t always mean it’s running at max efficiency and peak performance. In fact, as systems age, they become less efficient… Read more »

When Should I Replace My Furnace?

Merrily you’ve rolled along with the same heating system, year after year, and you’re entirely satisfied with its performance. No harm, no foul – right? Well, yes and no. Heating systems, especially older models, have an average lifespan of 12 – 15 years. So, if you stay put in your home long enough, sooner or… Read more »

Easy Home Improvement Projects That Have a Big Impact

Your home is your biggest investment, and maintaining it isn’t always easy (or cheap!). Yet you can stay on top of home improvement projects and prevent future problems with occasional maintenance and these affordable fixes. In fact, most of them can be accomplished quickly and with little to no out-of-pocket cost. Here are 10 easy… Read more »

Which Type of Kitchen Sink Is Right for You?

There was a time when kitchen sinks were just kitchen sinks. They were simply places to deposit and wash dirty dishes, rinse fruit and vegetables, and fill large pots with water. And they certainly didn’t come in the variety of styles, sizes, shapes, and, most importantly, materials they do today. Which is why choosing just… Read more »