Plumbing tips for first time homeowners Without a perfectly working home plumbing system, houses will not be as sanitary and daily life will be inconvenient. And while only a licensed residential plumber should undertake repairs, daily maintenance and mindful use fall on the shoulders of the homeowner and everyone in his household. Below [...]
Preventing toilet clogs is the responsibility of everyone in the household. Toilet clogs are one of the most frequent plumbing complaints in households. And why not? It occurs in most homes, and it could result into a myriad of plumbing troubles. These clogs are inconvenient, stressful, and not to mention embarrassing especially when [...]
Avoiding plumbing emergencies during the holidays Plumbing problems can happen at any given time, but sometimes, it happens when it is least expected. Holiday gatherings, for instance, are the best example. It is however not uncommon to encounter a clogged toilet, slow sink drain, or jammed garbage disposal just as everyone starts to [...]
Advantages of using window-type aircon https://www.flickr.com/photos/icathing/12643117/ What are the benefits of using a window-type air conditioner? (Photo Credits) For families who may have been used to centralized air conditioning system, using a window-type air conditioners will be a foreign idea. It of course will never be needed in their home except if there are home [...]
Maintaining the HVAC Unit https://www.flickr.com/photos/moonhouse/4481326466/ How to know when the HVAC needs a cleaning. (Photo Credits) HVAC Duct Cleaning is a must-do for some households, given that this can help improve air quality at home. The National Air Duct Cleaners’ Association says homeowners stand to benefit from all the cleaning especially if some family members [...]
Dealing with HVAC Noises https://www.flickr.com/photos/jmrodri/8050926529/ The HVAC Equipment can create random noises, and sometimes, even a continuous humming sound. (Photo Credits) A humming noise coming from the HVAC is not just annoying, it can also be an issue that merits the attention of the homeowner. So what does a humming HVAC mean? American Home Shield [...]
Ways to Keep a Good Working Kitchen Sink https://www.flickr.com/photos/d00d/55456750/ Kitchen clogs can be a stressor in the kitchen, learn how to avoid it in this blog post. (Photo Credits) A clogged kitchen sink drain is not an uncommon problem in a household. Again, not uncommon but entirely avoidable, given that the owner uses the sink [...]
What to do when the thermostat is not working https://www.flickr.com/photos/mightyohm/2634944513/ A problematic thermostat can be a hassle. (Photo Credits) A malfunctioning thermostat can be an issue in a household especially during hot summer months, or the dreary cold of the winter. Apart from the inconvenience of having to guess what temperature to set it to [...]
Conserving Water in the Bathroom https://www.flickr.com/photos/49333775@N00/5769885108/ The bathroom consumes a huge chunk of a household’s water usage. (Photo Credits) Conserving water in the bathroom can do a lot in terms of saving on water bills, and being friendlier to the environment. More and more households are getting conscious about this because water does not only [...]
Lowering heating costs https://www.flickr.com/photos/dmitri1946/8380027045/ Efficient heating in the bedroom. (Photo Credits) Sleeping cold in the winter will never be a good idea. Apart from it being uncomfortable, it can lead to sickness for some individuals who may be sensitive about drops in temperature. The website This Old House says there are various ways to cut [...]