Your heating bill went up this month, yet the house still feels cold. The thermostat reads 75 degrees, but the draft persists to the point you need to wear a sweater to feel comfortable. At this stage, is there anything…
There are four factors that can lead to burst pipes: Frozen pipes, a buildup of water pressure, corrosion and moving pipes. No matter the source, a burst pipe is costly to repair. Homeowners have to replace the pipe and pay…
Sewer backups can happen when an obstruction prevents wastewater from completely flowing through your home’s lateral sanitary line – the path that connects your property’s sewer system to the municipal sewer. Wastewater accumulates inside your home’s sewer line, until overflow…
Homeowners are unlikely to notice a blocked air duct, unless something physically obstructs it from the outside. Other signs like varying temperatures between rooms and above average energy bills often point to a clogged or damaged HVAC system. If cool…
Nothing ruins a cozy winter day quite like burst pipes. Many people will experience this problem at some point during homeownership, so it’s important to know how to react. Your first step should always be to call a plumbing company…
Temperatures are dropping, colorful leaves are falling and, just like that, a new season is upon us. Did you know seasonal conditions can cause plumbing issues? At home, if you suddenly notice that water takes much longer to go down…
Now that fall has begun, you likely won’t turn on your air conditioner again until late May. You may open windows on the occasional warm day, but the heating system will be on before we know it. For homeowners, now’s…
Most homeowners have their heating system inspected this time of year to make sure it’s working properly before winter. Even with a state-of-the-art heating system, your home may still feel cold during the months before springtime. Cold air can enter…
Every year, we hear stories about burst pipes in homes and commercial buildings. When pipes freeze in cold weather, pressure can build up inside and lead to a rupture with costly cleanup and repairs. Before winter weather arrives, follow these…
With fall and winter fast approaching, homeowners will soon start to think about saving money on heating bills. Keeping a house warm costs money, but efficiency is the key to lower energy bills. No one wants to endure a freezing…
