The summer months can make it hard for anyone to keep cool, especially if your home doesn’t have air-conditioning. Taking the right precautions before the weather breaks can make a big difference in your house’s temperature, they often are non-invasive and cheap. Here are some ways to help keep your home cool this summer even…
Cleaning products are one of the first places homeowners can look to when eliminating toxins and chemicals from their households. Instead of using harmful cleaning products linked to thyroid damage, water pollution and the emergence of drug-resistant superbugs like MRSA, kill germs with simple products that are environmentally friendly and inexpensive. Tile Cleaner Tile is…
Severe storms can occur in any season. As soon as the right weather is back, it may seem like a relief. However, the potential for water damage may be just beginning. Stormwater runoff can quickly overwhelm natural and human-made systems, leading to flooding and property damage. There are ways to prepare your home for these…
Just as maintenance is essential for your car, the same goes for your heating and cooling system. If you do not change the oil, filters or belts in your car, you take the risk of severe damage to your car’s engine. It is best to make a schedule of inspections and adjustments to keep your…
While it may be tempting to attempt to fix household problems on your own without the assistance of a trained professional, when it comes to plumbing you should avoid trying to fix these problems on your own. While you may believe you will help yourself save some money, the majority of the time you will…
When the spring air starts to freshen up your home, the winter ground begins to thaw from warmer temperatures and become more saturated from the new season’s rains. The rainwater from these spring rains cannot easily absorb into the ground. The next place for such water to go is the empty box essentially waiting to…
People can run into all sorts of plumbing, draining, and pipe issues in their homes. Although it might be tempting to try and fix it yourself to try and save some cash, it runs the possibility of leading to even more problems. Here is why homeowners should call a professional plumber instead of trying a…
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…
Whether you obtain your water from your local municipality or have well water, you know that Ohio is notorious for hard water. If you have ever noticed a white crusty collection around your showerhead or faucet, that is a signal of water that contains high amounts of minerals, such as magnesium, lime, and calcium. It…
There are few things that are more of a pain than realizing your drain is clogged. Whether it’s your sink, toilet, or shower, it’s a problem that often needs to be taken care of immediately so as to avoid flooding or further damage/backup. Because of the sense of urgency in this particular situation, many people…
