Stale indoor air. Cloudy windows. Rooms that feel muggy in summer or bone-dry in winter. These are frequent complaints about today’s homes, especially homes built for maximum energy efficiency. Modern construction methods do a great job of sealing out drafts and reducing energy waste, but the downside is this [Continue Reading ]
Severe rainstorms can put any basement at risk of damage. One strong storm, rising groundwater or day after day of steady rainfall can quickly lead to water damage homeowners never expected. And if you’ve ever dealt with a flooded basement before, you know how expensive and overwhelming the process can [Continue Reading ]
The spring season is a great time in . Warmer days and new flowers are a welcome change from the cold and gloomy winter weather. But, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You might also wake up to moist air. Your allergies flare up. The basement smells musty [Continue Reading ]
Spring in should mean making the most of warmer weather and spending more time outside. Instead, for many residents, it means putting up with pollen allergies. If you suffer from allergies, you know how miserable that pollen in your home can make you feel. Constant sneezing, itchy [Continue Reading ]
We’ve all had that uneasy feeling. A strong thunderstorm rolls through , the lights flash, and suddenly your home is dark. Your AC shuts down. Food in your refrigerator can quickly spoil. Your Wi-Fi disappears. Sump pumps stop running. That’s when it hits you. It could be an [Continue Reading ]
Hard water is a common problem for homeowners in and around . Unfortunately, it can cause serious damage if left untreated. Learning the difference between hard water vs. soft water is the first step in protecting your plumbing, appliances and fixtures Here, the pros at will explain [Continue Reading ]
It's easy to tell when you need to dust your furnishings or sweep the floors, but what about the air inside your home? The EPA reports that indoor air can carry exponentially more contaminants than outdoor air. Dust, mold spores, volatile organic compounds and other irritants circulating through your HVAC [Continue Reading ]
Do winter's chilly days leave you wishing for cozy comfort? Many homeowners wonder if using portable space heaters with furnace systems is a safe way to stay comfortable in frigid weather. The appeal of enhancing your central heat capabilities with portable warmth is understandable if you have a cold [Continue Reading ]
The windows of your home are a gateway to the outdoors, a way to draw light in when you appreciate the view of your garden, yard or scenery. The last thing you need to see is a sweaty window coated in a coating of condensation. Not only are windows [Continue Reading ]
For most families, there usually seems to be a large list of home improvement tasks that they would like to complete or new ideas they’d like to do. While a few may not be necessary, buying a new heat pump is a project that could be critical to keeping your indoor [Continue Reading ]
