Is There a Downside to Salt Water Pools?
Are you considering building a salt water pool at your home? If you are, you’re not alone. Thousands of homeowners are now enjoying the aesthetic benefits of salt-water pools that were traditionally reserved for guests of luxury spas and resorts. While there are many pros to installing a salt water pool, there are a […]
Considering Building a Pool?
It’s July. It’s hot. And having your own pool is beginning to sound like a great idea. While some homeowners prefer public or community pools, others desire a pool in their own backyard. If you find that you’ve begun calculating yardage as you gaze at your backyard while doing dishes, you may be one of […]
10 Ways to Save Water Outdoors – Part Two
Conserving water doesn’t always have to be hard. The last post itemized five ways to reduce water usage outdoors around your home this summer. Believe it or not, there’s more where that came from. Below are five more creative ideas to help you be good to the planet and your wallet. Mulch around trees […]
How To Reduce Your Water Heating Bills
Did you know that the water heating system is the second largest user of energy in most American homes? The good news is, according to the US Department of Energy, there are a number of ways that you can reduce your water heating bills. Many of its suggestions[1], found on energy.gov and highlighted in bold […]
Common Summer Plumbing Issues To Avoid
Now that summer has arrived, the last thing you want to deal with is plumbing issues. Unfortunately, there are some issues that arise more often during the summer months than others. Below you’ll find a list of those most common summer plumbing issues and how you can avoid them – and move on to more […]
Is Your Toilet Leaking?
Toilet leaks can be difficult to identify. Consequently, they can continue for a long time without being noticed. During that time, hundreds of gallons of water and money can be wasted and damage done. The good news? Most toilet leaks can be fixed without too much of a hassle. So what should you do if […]
Handling Problems With Your Residential Well Pump
If your home has a well as its water source you will encounter issues that those living with municipal water access do not. Although a well provides lower monthly costs, the maintenance and repairs involved in having a pressure tank, switches and pump come with their own issues. Below are some areas to check […]
Removing Lime Build Up From Bathroom Faucets
Lime buildup can make the prettiest sinks and faucets dull, spotty, and unattractive. Why? Because water has minerals like calcium and magnesium that can be the culprits for hard water deposits or lime buildup. As water dries on a surface, these minerals remain, causing spots and buildup on and around faucets and sinks. Although […]
Beware Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that can be deadly. Most people know that cars emit carbon monoxide, but forget that any fuel burning items can produce this gas. Gas burning furnaces, water heaters, stoves, ovens, dryers, fireplaces, propane stoves, portable generators, charcoal and gas grills can all turn from useful to […]
Hot Water Heater Temperature Changes
Does it seem to you that the hot water in your shower runs out quicker now that the weather has turned colder? Well, it might not be your imagination. Cold weather can be hard on some appliances, and your hot water heater is one of them. With the dropping temperatures, the cold water coming into […]
