Drain clogged? There is perhaps no worse feeling than seeing water slowly start to fill up in your sink, tub, or shower when you don't want it to. Since the clog hides down in your drain, it's not always easy to figure out what's causing it. However, it is important to figure out the [...]
When the weather outside is frightful, you've got to look after your pipes. Winter is tough on us and our homes. The freezing temperatures, snow, and ice all take a toll on everything from your roof to your windows, your foundation to your pipes. If you don't know what to do if your pipes [...]
There's nothing worse than walking into your home or waking up in the middle of the night to find a burst pipe or uncontrollable water leak. What do you even do in a situation like this? The more the leak continues to spill into your house, the more potential, long-term damages you have to [...]
Longview's average January low is 34 degrees Fahrenheit, which means you don't want to find out mid-winter that you neglected your furnace and now it's not working. Regular furnace maintenance throughout the year reduces the risk of major problems and keeps your HVAC system running smoothly. Check out this furnace maintenance checklist to protect your [...]
Steam-generated boilers have been around since the late 1700s to early 1800s. In the late 1800s, the convection boiler was developed, and from there began the steam-generating industry. Using a furnace for central heating has been around for centuries. By the 1970s, electric furnaces replaced gas ones because of the energy crisis. The question [...]
Drain problems? With the holidays right around the corner, a clogged drain is the last thing you need. You have too many things to contend with already. If you need to know how to clean a drain before you start basting that turkey, it’s easier than you may think. The sections below outline the [...]
Did you know that boilers are a very energy-efficient heating system? What’s more, the Department of Energy reviews boiler systems and rates them based on energy efficiency. But how does a boiler work? As a homeowner, you may wonder how do you maintain a boiler? Here we’re taking you through some of the finer [...]
In some states, fall and winter mean no extra expense cooling down the house. In others, it means a high heating bill. Getting the most out of your heating and cooling system means knowing how to set the thermostat when asleep, awake, or away. With the right settings, the AC cost should not be [...]
There's no doubt about it, air conditioning is part of modern life. We rely on it so much that it uses around 6% of all electricity produced in the US, but it's inevitable that you'll need to look at air conditioning maintenance, as it can need repairing from time to time. There are a few [...]
With all the challenges we are facing today, it never hurts to be prepared. Being prepared is not just for the boy scouts anymore. Every homeowner should be equipped to deal with emergencies. What would you do if you had a plumbing emergency? If you don't know the answer, then keep reading! Stay Calm Panicking during [...]
