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 [...]
Preparing for the Winter https://www.flickr.com/photos/unitopia/3209662723/ The winter months can be damaging to the HVAC System. (Photo Credits) The HVAC System, like any home fixture, will need to be prepped and protected from harsh weather conditions like the winter. A good way to prevent any damage is to winterize the HVAC System particularly the part of [...]
Step-by-Step Procedure https://www.flickr.com/photos/gecampbell/5353596812/ Water softeners are a must for some locations. (Photo Credits) For property owners in hard-water areas, having a water softener is a must. But how easy is it to own one, lest install and maintain? Hometips.com came up with an advice on where to install the softener, for households who will be [...]
Home Filtration System https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeyz51/34685583560/ Installing a residential water filter system. (Photo Credits) Families that need a cleaner and better tasting water from the public supply resort to installing water filtration system. While some homeowners just use a water filter for their drinking water, some families would rather have whole home filtration system to ensure that [...]
Pros and Cons of Solar Powered Air-conditioning https://www.flickr.com/photos/mncerts/20907175960/ When solar heat powers air conditioning. (Photo Credits) Air conditioning takes up a huge chunk of utility expenses for most households, and so finding an alternative and cheaper energy source is good step in taking control of this otherwise huge expense. Plumbing Association of San Diego The [...]
Water Fountain https://www.flickr.com/photos/yaketyyakyak/9519013456/ Installing a garden fountain can be a huge project. (Photo Credits) A garden fountain can always be a great addition in a spacious garden. Installing one can be quite a huge endeavor, and for the most part should be undertaken by professionals. Do It Yourself.com however says it can be a home [...]
Window type air-conditioning https://www.flickr.com/photos/tallok/6074412869/ Installing a window type air conditioning unit is not that complicated. (Photo Credits) Installing an air conditioning unit can be a complex idea for homeowners who are not too handy about working around their own respective homes. But expert advice tells us that it is not that complicated really. Popular Mechanics [...]
How to install a Bidet Faucet https://www.flickr.com/photos/jpmcdonough/3892276321/ Hand-held bidets are getting to become a default feature in most new bathrooms. (Photo Credits) For older homes that were not installed with hand held or manual bidets, then fret no more because this plumbing fixture can be added in any of the bathrooms in a home. More [...]
What to do with a Noisy HVAC https://www.flickr.com/photos/graken/535929474/ What does the noise in an HVAC Mean? (Photo Credits) One of the HVAC’s main function in a home is to make everyone feel comfortable. But how can one be comfortable when the HVAC is making some noises. Whether the noise is loud or just humming, it [...]
What does that offensive odor mean? https://www.flickr.com/photos/jeremylevinedesign/16714470544/ Different odors emitted by the HVAC could be possible warning signs. (Photo Credits) HVAC odors can be stressful as it usually permeates a huge section of a home, and could even mean that there is an issue with the whole system. Compact Appliance enumerated five unpleasant HVAC Odors [...]