When to Replace the Sacrificial Anode Rod and Why You Should You may just want to forget about your water heater, but without key maintenance, the lifespan of the unit […]
Room-By-Room Electrical Safety Checklist
Room-By-Room Electrical Safety Checklist While you’re engaged with your New Year’s resolutions and planning improvements for your living space, make sure you go over this electrical safety checklist for each […]
7 Ways to Stay Warm Without the Furnace or Heater
7 Ways to Stay Warm Without the Furnace or Heater Whether you have a broken heating system or you’re simply trying to save energy, we’ve put together some ways you […]
What’s the Most Expensive Appliance in the Home? Your HVAC System
What’s the Most Expensive Appliance in the Home? Your HVAC System Unlike your dishwasher, refrigerator and other appliances and electronics in your home, the HVAC system costs many thousands of […]
New Year, New Home: Good Homeowner Habits to Start
New Year, New Home: Good Homeowner Habits to Start If you’re making resolutions this year, why not try to be a better homeowner? It’s probably your biggest investment, so it […]
Safe Decorating Tips for the Holidays
Safe Decorating Tips for the Holidays When adding holiday decorations around your home, you want to be extra careful to avoid hazards such as accidental trips, falls, fires, and other […]
6 Ways to Save Water in the Bathroom
6 Ways to Save Water in the Bathroom Most of our water use takes place in the bathroom. We wake up in the morning, stumble to the bathroom, use the […]
Why Are My Outlets Sparking?
Why Are My Outlets Sparking? Sparks are great when it comes to romance, but nobody wants them coming from their outlets. While small, blink-of-an-eye flashes of blue may be normal […]
What Is Vampire Energy and How Do You Prevent It?
What Is Vampire Energy and How Do You Prevent It? If you don’t know about standby energy loss (aka “vampire” or “phantom” energy), then you might be surprised to learn […]
How to Avoid Plumbing Problems Over the Holidays
How to Avoid Plumbing Problems Over the Holidays Whether it’s a busted pipe or a clogged drain, plumbing problems always seem to arrive at the worst possible time. With the […]