Think it’s time for a new furnace? Purchasing a new furnace is a big investment. Here are four tips to keep in mind before making the actual purchase. Shop off-season (spring or fall). Don’t wait until the dead of winter when your furnace breaks down to look into purchasing a new furnace. No one likes…
The warm weather is on the horizon and we are close to the end of the cold Ohio season. Here are some things to do once the weather gets a little warmer to get your home in tip-top shape and ready for the spring. Inspect all pipes for damage – The cold winter weather wreaks…
Halloween is coming up, and the movies can give you plenty of ideas of what to be scared of: ghosts, vampires, werewolves, and who knows what else. But, before you start panicking over scary movies, make sure you don’t have any issues with your pipes haunting you instead. Here are four spooky drain issues that…
Taking a hot shower at the end of a long day boosts a person’s personality and soothes the body. However, such relaxation is hindered when the water turns from a raging waterfall to a dying stream. This may be an obvious sign that something is wrong with the drainage system resulting in clogged pipes in…
Run out of household cleaning products and don’t really feel like going to the store? Here are some environmentally-friendly cleaners made from common household products that you can quickly mix up yourself. All purpose cleaner Mix 4 tablespoons of baking soda with one quart of warm water. Pour the solution on a sponge and wipe…
A sewage backup in your home can be bad news for your water bill, not to mention how much money it can cost to replace your home’s pipes. It is important, then, to catch these issues early on before they can cause damage. The warning signs that your sewage system is not working properly can…
A clogged shower drain can be a big nuisance, but luckily this problem can be avoided if you make sure harmful items do not make their way down your drain. Some of the main culprits of clogged drains may surprise you. We’ve put together a list of the four most common culprits to help you…
A leaky faucet can lead to all sorts of issues with your water bill, not to mention that annoying dripping sound. If you notice that your sink is leaking or always dripping water, then be sure to call a professional plumber to take a look, so your water bill doesn’t spike. A leaky faucet can…
Most people don’t think about their plumbing unless they notice a leak or one of the home appliances stops working. While most of your main plumbing fixtures operate inside your home, your home’s sewer line is buried beneath the yard, making it more difficult to identify a possible sewer line issue. Timely detection that your sewage system…
It feels like summertime! One of the great things about the summer is taking a summer vacation with your family. But before you pack up the car or head to the airport, make sure you do these 15 things around your home. Stop your mail service Don’t let burglars know you’re not home. Ask a…
