What Did My Kid Flush Down The Toilet?
What can you say, kids will be kids. When they are very young, kids don’t quite understand the toilet, even when potty training. Sometimes they try to sail their play toys in the water, and somehow they end up down the toilet instead. They may find it fascinating to flush anything and everything to hear […]
Don’t Neglect Your Water Heater Maintenance
How many times a day do you use hot water? We take hot showers, hot baths, and wash our dishes and clothes in hot water – having hot water is an important part of our daily lives. But how often do you check on your home’s water heater? While it may not be something you […]
Could Your Washing Machine Outlet Box Be Leaking?
Is water spilling out onto the floor when you wash a load of clothes in the washing machine? When things go wrong, a washer can make a big mess. A drain pipe overflow can send you to the cleaners in a hurry, and gallons of water that leak out of the machine can damage walls […]
Fall Checklist for Your HVAC System
Even though the summer heat and humidity are still hanging around, fall soon will be upon us, along with the cooler nights that will have you contemplating the need to turn on your furnace. The last thing you need on a cold night is to turn on the heat, only to discover it isn’t working […]
Warning Signs for a Sewer Line Repair
When plumbing problems arise in your home, it’s not always easy to pinpoint exactly where the problem exists. Some plumbing issues have obvious signs, while others do not. The need for a sewer line repair usually makes itself readily apparent. Slow drains, gurgling noises coming from your bathtub, sewage smells, and sewer water backing up […]
Why a Whole-House Air Purifier Could Be a Good Idea for Your Home
Fall is just around the corner, and with the change of the season comes a change in allergens. Approximately 35 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies, and while over-the-counter medicines may help, there are other ways to aid in air quality in your home. Despite being indoors, our homes are filled with items that can […]
How to Care for Your Garbage Disposal
A garbage disposal is a relatively simple machine that generally operates problem-free for many years. When running properly, a garbage disposal is a handy appliance to have because it makes cleaning up after a meal easy, reduces the amount of trash in a landfill, and can keep your sink clean. However, when it’s not working […]
5 Tips for a Clean Shower Head
Between time at the pool, more yard work, and generally sweaty weather, summer is often the time when we have a tendency to take more showers. If your shower is getting more than its share of use, it’s a good idea to make sure all its parts are performing properly. Mineral deposits are caused by […]
The Worst Advice We’ve Heard About Maintaining an HVAC System
When something goes wrong with the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (or HVAC) system, who do you turn to for advice – a next-door neighbor, your cousin Vinny, or a co-worker? It’s best to do your research when it comes to maintaining your HVAC system and leave the important questions to a trusted HVAC professional […]