Celebrate World Plumbing Day

t’s so easy to take indoor plumbing for granted. While that’s a sign of how fortunate we are to have this luxury, we have to be careful that we don’t waste a precious resource like water just because it seems so easy to come by.   What is World...

6 Features That Cut Energy Use

The move toward passive heating and cooling is growing. It saves money and reduces greenhouse gases. Here are some ways to cut down on heat gains and losses from your home. Insulation Insulation slows down heat flow. In winter this means less heat escapes and in...

8 Ways to Protect Your Family From Bathroom Injuries

Your bathroom may not be as safe as you think. Studies by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention found that approximately 285,000 people every year make a visit to an emergency room due to bathroom injuries. Everyone is vulnerable to bathroom injuries, but the...

The Importance of Keeping Your Filters Clean

Go poke around inside your furnace and you’ll likely find a folded sheet (like an accordion) or a fibrous mesh. That’s the filter and it’s typically located just before the cooling coil and heat exchanger. Why does your air system need a filter? The filter protects...