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February 17, 2017 Uncategorized

How to Plan for A Healthy New Year

How to Plan for A Healthy New Year As the new year gets underway, many homeowners are looking at their residence and wondering if there’s anything that can be done to improve the quality of home life, or even add value to the investment in that property. While plumbing isn’t often one of those areas that people give much thought to, it’s one of the cornerstones of a good home. After all, would you buy or live in a home...

February 3, 2017 Uncategorized

AC- Ways to Cool Down your Valentine's Day

AC- Ways to Cool Down your Valentine's Day Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to spend some time giving your home some TLC so that it will not be too hot when the warm weather arrives with Spring. This Valentine’s Day, follow these tips to ensure that your home is a cool sanctuary where love will not wilt. 1. Show Your Unit Some Love When the hot weather arrives, you want your AC unit working at 100 percent to keep...

January 27, 2017 Uncategorized

What is the Proper Temperature During Winter in Your Home?

What is the Proper Temperature During Winter in Your Home? Hands down, one of the most energy efficient moves you can make for your home is to have a programmable thermostat. However, people commonly make the mistake of keeping their indoor temperature at the same level year-round, no matter how hot or cold it is outside. The truth is that the weather that is going on outside has a great deal to do with how efficiently your heating and...

January 13, 2017 Uncategorized

Smart Ways to Cut Energy Costs in the New Year!

Smart Ways to Cut Energy Costs in the New Year! Energy costs seem to always be on the rise, and it makes sense to cut costs wherever possible. One way to reduce expenses is to cut down on your energy costs. The price you pay varies from month to month, but the fact is that less usage equals a lower bill. Implement these smart ways to cut energy costs in the New Year. Save on Lighting Replace your outdated incandescent...

December 23, 2016 Uncategorized

Hydro Jetting vs. Snaking: 2 Ways to Clean Out Household Clogs

Hydro Jetting vs. Snaking: 2 Ways to Clean Out Household Clogs The best way to avoid annoying plumbing clogs is to keep from putting items down your pipes that don’t belong there. These include diapers, food, wipes, grease, hair, paper towels and feminine hygiene products. It’s a good idea to do a little preventative maintenance now and again too. Freshening your drains with a simple concoction of baking soda and vinegar can help dislodge food and organic matter and keep...

December 9, 2016 Uncategorized

December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month

December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month Before Shopping Make a Checklist of Shopping Features Before shopping write down some features on toys that make them dangerous to children. Make sure to keep an eye out for these features during your shopping trip. Avoid toys with sharp edges and small parts that children can choke on. Strings longer than 12 inches are not dangerous for children under 3 years old. Buy well-made, durable toys that do not break easily. Electrical...

November 25, 2016 Uncategorized

5 Ways to Make Fireplace Maintenance Easy

5 Ways to Make Fireplace Maintenance Easy A wood-burning fireplace is a comfortable, cozy, and traditional way to keep the home warm. But fireplaces do require cleaning and maintenance, and this may seem very daunting if you've never done it before. But there are actually five simple steps that you can take to keep your fireplace properly maintained, and this will also help protect your family from fires and smoke. The key things to remember are having your chimney swept...

November 11, 2016 Uncategorized

The History Behind Veterans Day

The History Behind Veterans Day Veterans Day was originally referred to as Armistice Day. November 11,1918 marked the official end of World War I, and to commemorate the day, legislation was passed in 1938 to dedicate the day to world peace and honor World War I veterans. Sixteen years and two wars later following the Korean War and World War II, veterans service organizations called on the 83rd U.S. Congress to amend the Act of 1938 to include all veterans....

October 28, 2016 Uncategorized

A Useful Guide: National Diabetes Awareness Month

A Useful Guide: National Diabetes Awareness Month Whether you have diabetes or know someone who does, National Diabetes Month, which happens every November, affects us all. Diabetes is a growing concern in the United States and is often described as an “epidemic” affecting our society. Throughout the month many government agencies, media organizations and private businesses will focus their attention on the epidemic of prediabetes and diabetes in our country. What can you do to get involved and inform yourself...

October 7, 2016 Uncategorized

Adopt a Shelter Dog Month

Adopt a Shelter Dog Month The month of October is Adopt A Shelter Dog Month, a month dedicated to encouraging people to adopt and rescue a dog at their local animal shelter. There are many great reasons why you should adopt, rather than buy, a dog at your local shelter. You can also visit your local animal shelter to learn more information about adopting, what kind of shelter it is, and much more. If you still want to support your...

September 30, 2016 Uncategorized

Have You Made a Fall Organization List for Your Home?

Have You Made a Fall Organization List for Your Home? Fall is here, and with it comes a bunch of chores and to-dos to take care of before the cold weather sets in and we feel like huddling up inside. Whether it’s performing tests to ensure that your alarms are keeping you safe, protecting your wood floors, or purifying your air, it’s important to set aside time to take care of your home. Have you been struggling to work through...

September 9, 2016 Uncategorized

National Baby Safety Month

National Baby Safety Month About Baby Safety Month Each September, the Juvenile Product Manufacturers Association (JPMA) sponsors National Baby Safety Month. The focus of this year’s National Baby Safety Month will be educating parents on the importance of registering their baby products and paying attention to recall notices. Most people pay little attention to the product registration cards they get with the things they purchase. The majority of individuals only throw these registration cards away with a shrug of the...