Category: Tips

How to reduce allergens in your home: How many of you have already experienced the dreaded first sneeze of the season? Don't worry. You're not alone; nearly 60 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies to dust, pollen, and everything in between. Aside from the stuffy nose, runny nose, dry eyes, and constant sinus pressure, the […]

Older homes built before the 1960s or 1970s can be challenging to cool. Most of these homes don’t have the necessary ductwork in place to support a modern central air conditioning unit. Even if these homes do have central AC, they might still not remain as cool as a newer home. That’s due to a […]

Garbage disposals are one of those critical home appliances – oftentimes you don’t fully appreciate it until it's gone. This incredibly useful tool can be subject to clogging which creates a real challenge for the functionality of your kitchen. Read on to learn about why your garbage disposal can get clogged and how to unclog […]

If you’re searching for information on a new HVAC air filter or want to know more about the one you already have, you will undoubtedly come to notice something called a MERV rating. This rating is not well understood by most homeowners, but it is a critical value used to measure and assure whether your […]

Being a homeowner means you likely have or will experience some kind of plumbing leak at your house. Some leaks are very obvious and can be identified with ease while some are more obscure with a solution that is less clear.  The sooner a leak is found and its source is identified the better – […]

Homeownership comes with a slew of responsibilities. The upkeep can be overwhelming at times – especially if you’re calling on a professional every time something goes wrong. There are certain home maintenance tasks that homeowners can tackle on their own. For instance, taking care of your HVAC system is something you can have a hand […]

With spring officially here, our air conditioners are shaking off the dust and gearing up to keep us cool as temperatures start to rise. But sometimes, an AC might not function as expected. One troublesome issue you might encounter is an AC blowing hot air. There are a few different reasons this may happen. Let’s […]

Being a homeowner comes with a long list of new responsibilities. You are officially your own landlord. That means if any issues arise, you’re tasked with sorting them out on your own. Repairs, routine upkeep, and general maintenance fall on you.  Plumbing maintenance is a particularly important part of homeownership. It’s not uncommon to face […]

Are you dealing with the maddening drip, drip, drip of leaking bathroom sink? There are several reasons why this issue might crop up. But whatever the cause may be, the end result can be water damage and even mold. It’s vital to get under the sink and get to the bottom of the issue as […]

Owning a home comes with having to learn about things such as roofing, plumbing, and heating and cooling systems. Most new homeowners have limited knowledge about these important home features or the benefits of choosing certain types over others.  For instance, when it comes to heating systems, do you know the primary differences between a […]