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Ever arrive at work and realize you left your AC running or your heat blasting? In the old days of manual thermostats, you had to micromanage your home temperature. For the busy or forgetful, mismanaging manual thermostats meant higher utility bills every month– especially in places with extreme seasonal temperatures. Today, programmable and smart thermostats […]
I would like to share with you three tips that I learned from taking care of our brand new hardwood floors. One of these tips we had to learn the hard way. 1) Appreciate their value. The first step in taking care of your hardwood floors is to fully appreciate their value. When you appreciate […]
No water damage is good water damage. However, I would argue that small leaks can be the most dangerous and damaging. Here are three of the reasons why: 1) Often times, you do not even know small leaks are happening. You may have a small leak and not know about it. For instance, a pipe […]
1) Items with sentimental value Old family photographs or heirloom items that were used by your great-grandmother may have little replacement value for legal and insurance purposes, while the emotional value they have is priceless. Damage to these items can be one of the most upsetting parts of any plumbing incident. 2) Property of roomers, […]
Installing smart home devices by yourself? You’re in for a treat. DIY projects are fun. You step back, hands on hips, and admire your craftsmanship. You feel like you just engineered your very own bionic home! There are some things you should be aware of before choosing a product to DIY. Here’s what you should keep in […]
Smart living’s all the rage nowadays. Smart heating, smart lighting, smart TV’s, smart ovens…you name it. If you’re like most homeowners, you’re on the fence about whether to jump on the trend. Will a smart home pay for itself in the long run? Will it simplify your life or complicate it? Read on to see […]
Even for the most environmentally conscious homeowners, there are countless ways water could be slipping through the cracks. From the minor to the major, here are a few ways to reduce your water consumption from home. 1. Letting the faucet run while washing dishes You could be wasting up to 27 gallons of water by […]
Prepare yourself, winter is coming. Even if you don’t live in an icy-cold climate, there are steps you can take to conserve energy and protect your home for the winter months. It might help to call a technician to take a look at your heating system, but many of these steps can easily be done on your own. Here […]
Black mold is a type of fungus that is usually dark in appearance and appears in warm and moist environments in your home such as your shower enclosure or bathroom. It can spread and grow across many different types of materials, such as wood or even paper. Most people don’t seem to care much when […]
If you notice mold in your home, it is vital that you take steps to remove it as quickly as possible. In some instances, you might have to employ professional help because mold can become somewhat dangerous to your health. Failure to remove mold from your home will make you place yourself, and your children […]
