Homeowner's Tips Blog
Can You Over Improve a House?
January 7, 2023
It can be tempting to replicate some of the high-end renovations you see on home improvement shows and on social media. But if you’re not careful, you could be throwing money down your luxury, gold-trimmed toilet. The rule of thumb is to renovate according to your neighborhood and area comparables, especially if you’re planning to sell in the near future. So, before you start turning your home from bland to... Read more »
9 Space Heater Safety Tips
December 23, 2022
When you run out of something at home, and there’s no time to replace it, you make do with what you have. No more bread for a sandwich? Try wrapping the insides in lettuce…tasty and much better for you. Just run out of glass cleaner? Make your own with water and vinegar – a cleaning solution with multiple applications. But what about when your favorite room won’t heat up to... Read more »
How to Warm Up a Cold Basement
December 20, 2022
A finished basement adds significant square footage to a home and offers endless possibilities for added living space. Yet there is often one problem – come wintertime, your basement can feel more like an ice box than a cozy place to hang out, work, or play. Whether yours serves as a home office, gym, hobby room, rec room, or play area, you can warm it up without the cost and... Read more »
Holiday Plumbing Tips And Tricks
December 12, 2022
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 ravenous family members will make short work of these culinary delights. Your plumbing, on the... Read more »
Cost to Operate a Space Heater
December 9, 2022
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 a little extra warmth a couple months out of the year. Whatever the room or... Read more »
Differences Between Living Rooms & Family Rooms
November 28, 2022
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 room, smaller or less formal homes may only have one. Read on to learn how... Read more »
Is a Tankless Water Heater Right for You?
November 11, 2022
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 on earth you heat water without a storage tank. Well, tankless water heaters are here,... Read more »
Is My HVAC System Wasting Money?
October 20, 2022
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 which drives up utility costs, not to mention the costs associated with more frequent repairs.... Read more »
When Should I Replace My Furnace?
October 10, 2022
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 later, your furnace will fade into oblivion. If you've ever asked yourself, "should I get... Read more »
Easy Home Improvement Projects That Have a Big Impact
October 3, 2022
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 and affordable fixes to help keep your home in tip-top shape. 1. Get the stink... Read more »