Access to clean and safe drinking water is fundamental for a healthy life. However, no matter where you live, contaminants can infiltrate your home’s water supply in numerous ways. From naturally occurring minerals to man-made pollutants, these contaminants can have serious effects on our health and well-being. This is where a household water treatment system […]
Technological innovations along with consumers’ heightened sense of environmental impact and economic efficiency have driven many people to reconsider the basics of household water heating. Gas and electric water heaters are the primary choices when considering heating technology, and each comes with its benefits and negatives. But of these two options, is one better than […]
Winter is the worst possible time to need an emergency plumber. Unfortunately, frozen pipes, and the damage they cause, are some of the most common reasons we get called to people’s homes this time of year. There are several steps you can take to ensure the safety and security of your home’s plumbing, and with […]
With the end of the year comes inevitable cold weather, often with harsh wind and snow. While they might help make the holiday season festive and cozy, it can quickly become a nightmare if the furnace goes out. Furnaces are a critical component of the home as they help keep you comfortable and safe. That’s […]
The concepts of furnace efficiency and furnace efficiency ratings originated with the 1987 National Appliance Energy Conservation Act. Since then, household appliances have been held to energy standards that help improve the overall energy efficiency of the United States and continue to be an important aspect when considering furnace installation. So, what are furnace efficiency […]
Has your shower turned into an unwelcome shallow bath? Or maybe your kitchen sink is refusing to drain? Few household problems are as disruptive to your living environment as a clogged drain. Not only will a clogged drain only get worse if left untreated, but sometimes it can lead to unexpected disaster at a time […]
Installing a bathroom sink involves a series of steps that require a good understanding of plumbing systems. The process includes removing the old sink, if present, fitting the new one in place, and connecting the drain and supply lines. It may also involve cutting into the wall or modifying cabinetry to fit the sink. While […]
A furnace filter is an essential feature of a safe, modern home. It is the barrier between your furnace burner and the dusty particles of its surroundings, and it keeps family, friends, and pets safe by filtering contaminated air. Choosing the correct furnace filter is an important decision that can impact both the efficiency of […]
Although you would like them to last forever, eventually your water heater will stop working. Standard gas and electric water heaters generally last for 10 to 15 years while tankless water heaters, which heat water only as needed and do not store hot water, can last up to twenty years. If you’re in the market […]
In the world of home care and maintenance, few situations cause as much stress and urgency as a plumbing emergency. Properly functioning plumbing is essential to our everyday life, providing us with clean water for drinking, cleaning, and bathing. So, when something goes wrong with this critical system, it's important to address it immediately. As […]
