Updated 3/31/22 Most homeowners take plumbing for granted until one system stops working. As long as everything is working perfectly, you may not realize the key role of plumbing in your home. If a licensed plumber doesn’t do plumbing, you might not cook, clean, or go to the bathroom. That’s how important a plumbing system is. When hiring a plumber, look for trained and licensed professionals. An untrained plumber may not be able to fix the problem because they don’t know the ins and outs of the job. If you are contractors looking for plumbers, ensure you hire professionals with…
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It’s a rite of passage that accompanies moving into any new house: painting. Putting a new coat of paint in a room can liven it up and painting can come with a real sense of accomplishment; like you are putting your stamp on the house and making it feel like a home. For all the enjoyment that can come from painting, there’s a lot of risk involved too, particularly risk that you can’t necessarily see. A fresh coat of paint may look good and might liven up a room, but without the right product, it could harm your home. Volatile…
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This always happens. It is the Fourth of July and instead of relaxing by the lake or the pool you are stuck doing chores around the house. On this day, however, the chore that needs to be addressed in more above, rather than around the house. A freak rainstorm caused some flooding in your basement. The source of the problem, it turns out, was not really the rain but clogged gutters. In typical style your family seems to go from one emergency to the next, so today instead of starting the morning sleeping in you are up on a ladder…
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When it comes to your home’s HVAC service and repair needs, safety is paramount. AC repair and installation services offer HVAC inspections, repairs, and cleaning for your systems. But it’s not just about functionality-when you have a heating maintenance service inspection, the HVAC technician’s top priority is to check for any safety hazards and ensure that all parts of your unit are in good condition. Additionally, experienced HVAC services technicians will inspect your ductwork to ensure there are no leaks, clogs, or damage. They will then inspect your electrical connections to ensure they are operating safely and properly. Lastly, an…
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Anyone who’s ever had to go without indoor plumbing, even for a short time, can tell you just how essential it is for a modern home. And for most homeowners, the toilet is at the top of the plumbing necessities list. A broken toilet isn’t just frustrating; it makes for a whole slew of difficulties until you can get a toilet repair or replacement service. Of course, knowing the warning signs of an impending broken toilet can help you potentially resolve the problem before it really begins. Here are just a few telltale signs that may indicate that you’re in…
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Drafty, single pane windows were installed in many homes prior to the demand for more efficient, energy saving, higher quality home windows. Due to outdated home windows installations, homes and businesses having been paying an increase in their energy bills by 15% to 25% due to inefficient design allowing air to escape outside. What a waste! And considering that 45% of energy bills to heating homes and business on average, according to the Department of Energy, that bill is probably higher for colder areas such as Chicago, IL, or for gas dependent homes that have an average bill of $649.…
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You’re ready to build the pool of your dreams in your backyard, and you couldn’t be more excited. That’s great, but don’t let the buzz of a new pool cloud your mind. Here are some important things to consider when you think about custom pool designs. Budget Before you can start picking out design aspects, materials, size, or anything for your custom pool, you need to decide how much money you want to spend. You have to factor in installation, electricity costs for filtration, and any surprises that might arise along the way. If you exceed your budget before the…
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Hurricane season, though it can become commonplace for those who live through it year after year, should never be taken lightly. It stretches over a considerable amount of time for those bordering the Atlantic ocean, officially beginning on June first and not ending until November thirtieth. Throughout your typical hurricane, data shows that as much as nearly two and a half trillion gallons of rain are dumped every single day – and some hurricanes become even more severe than that. There were nearly one hundred and sixty hurricanes that affected U.S. land – primarily the states of Florida and Texas…
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The weather was perfect! You had some back up plans in case it would have rained, but you were thrilled with how everything turned out. After spending months planning and looking at different outdoor kitchens and patios you knew that an outdoor graduation party would be perfect. You would have had plenty of room inside if you needed it, but the fact that the weather was so beautiful meant that the guests lingered outside for hours. From graduation parties to family cookouts to romantic dinners with a spouse, outdoor kitchens and patios are the perfect setting. Well Designed Backyards Can…
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Painting houses is something people do all the time. But did you know that when it comes to painting, not all paint is created the same? That is because some kinds of paint have hidden ingredients, and other paints cause people have breathing issues because they are sensitive to the chemicals in the paint. Paints that are lower quality do not last as long, meeting the homeowner has to paint again relatively soon. Here are a few reasons that high-quality paint is the best choice. Paint That has No Hidden Ingredients is Safer When painting a home, many people want…