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5 To-Dos Before Summer Sets In

The lazy, hazy days of summer? They only feel that way if you’ve done your prep work. Avoid the frustration of AC service calls by following these five simple steps before the season takes its toll. (more…)

The Best Ways to Clean Your Drains

Think of all the stuff that has gone down your drain. It’s not a pretty list, is it? And it certainly doesn’t smell like a bouquet of roses. Funky smelling sinks are a regular and totally normal occurrence, but that doesn’t mean you need to live with the odors. Try these methods to keep your drains clean and smelling fresh moving forward. (more…)

Prepare Your Home for Spring

Spring cleaning season is here, and soon you’ll be scrubbing, washing, dusting, and vacuuming your way to a spic and span home. But just as you take care to clean up your living spaces after the long winter, it’s the perfect time to do some maintenance on other parts of your home. From the attic to the basement and all around the exterior, add these to-dos to your list to ensure a safe space all spring and summer. (more…)

The Benefits of Radiant Heating

On a chilly winter morning nothing is more jarring than that first step into the bathroom and onto its ice-cold tile floor. This unpleasant wake-up routine is perhaps what brought radiant heating into the residential space a few years ago; as homeowners renovated their bathrooms, they were wooed by the idea of toasty warm flooring greeting their bare feet each morning. But imagine this constant, cozy heat throughout your entire home. It’s a trend that is gaining traction as more people learn about the many benefits of radiant heating. (more…)

Preparing Your Home For Winter Weather

Colder temperatures, heavy snow, and slippery ice can wreak havoc on a home – particularly one that isn’t prepared for winter weather. While you can’t change the weather forecast ahead, taking time before the worst hits to inspect, update, and protect your home from extreme elements will ensure a safer, warmer, and easier season.
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