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What Could Be Causing Your Ice Cold Showers?

Have you ever stepped into a hot shower expecting the water to stay hot until you have finished washing your hair and been let down? Few things will ruin your day like getting half-way through a shower and running out of hot water. Learning what could be causing the hot water shortage could help you troubleshoot the system and make minor repairs, or help you decide to quickly call for professional service. I have put together some information that has helped quite a few people learn what is going on with their hot water heaters and what course of action to take to eliminate the chances of an icy cold shower in the morning.

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Shopping For A Used Air Conditioner? You Should Be Aware Of The Switch Away From R-22

Posted on January 23, 2015

If you're in the market for a used air conditioner, you've probably already taken a lot of steps to make a wise purchase. You've probably measured your window so you know what size you need, worked out how many BTUs you'll need to cool your home, and brushed up on your understanding of SEER ratings so you know what to expect in terms of energy efficiency. Have you thought about the type of refrigerant your new-to-you unit should have, though? [Read More]

6 Reasons You Should Consider Cedar Roofing

Posted on January 20, 2015

Are you having a home custom built or considering replacing the roof on your existing home and are having trouble deciding on a roofing material? If you like the look of natural wood roofs, you should think about using cedar shakes. Keep in mind that a roof is a significant investment and that material choices should be given a great deal of investigation before coming to a final conclusion. Many great roofing material choices are available to modern homeowners, and one of the best is shakes made from Western Red Cedar. [Read More]

Testing The Waters Before Your Next Dip? Here's What You Need To Know

Posted on January 16, 2015

A sparkling blue pool is always an invitation for fun, but keeping your pool that way involves plenty of hard work. That includes regularly testing by a pool service and monitoring your water's quality to make sure it remains pristine. After all, the last thing you'd want is to take the plunge into a pool with algae growth or a highly imbalanced pH factor. To prevent such nasty surprises, it's a good idea to regularly test your pool water. [Read More]

Unusual Uses For Spray Foam Insulation

Posted on January 8, 2015

Spray foam insulation is a great tool for insulating your home, especially as it can reach those tiny nooks and crannies that other insulation just can't reach. If you go the "do it yourself" route and buy cans of spray insulation for smaller jobs, you may find that you simply have too much to use. If you don't want to waste it, here are some fun and unusual uses for spray foam insulation that you may not have considered before. [Read More]