According to the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA), 90% of homes in the United States are under-insulated. One of the most cost-effective and easiest ways to make your home more energy-efficient is to have additional insulation installed in your attic. Insulation technology has greatly improved over the past decade.…

You can lessen your impact on the environment by saving water and energy. Even little changes you make to your home’s air, heating, and plumbing can make a big difference. Whether you choose to install a smart thermostat or low flush toilets, there are many things you can do to…

You turn on the water, flick the switch of your garbage disposal, and all you get is a hum, or a loud grinding metal noise, leaving you with a sink full of food scraps. Fortunately, replacing a disposal isn’t hard, even if you haven’t done much plumbing. All you need…

You turn on the AC, sit back and look forward to some cool, breezy air flow. But you begin to detect an unpleasant odor. Is it mildew? Mold? Does it smell like dirty socks? Why does the house smell like an old gym locker? The smell has a name, and…

When it comes to spring cleaning, don’t leave pipes and drains off your list. Clean drains are the best way to keep clogs, odors, and other unpleasant plumbing problems at bay. If your drains and plumbing start making strange noises, or smelling bad, it’s time to clean them out. Here are…

Pure and clean water is one of the basic necessities of life. Today, in developed countries like the United States, worries about serious waterborne illnesses are rare. However, it’s fair to have some concern if the water coming out of your tap has a questionable odor, taste, or color. Water…

Drains are a mechanism designed to let wastewater flow from one place to another, usually from a sink, toilet, or washing machine to a sewer or septic tank. The problem is that wastewater often contains more than just water. The best and easiest way to prevent clogs is to watch…

The best time to get a good deal on an air conditioner is when the demand is lowest. And if you choose to purchase an air conditioner during temperate months, you can take more time to research and shop around without feeling like you must purchase a new system immediately.…

While some home improvements like a new kitchen, bath, or addition can make your home more beautiful and enjoyable to live in, others that may be less noticeable can have a significant impact on the value, safety, and comfort of your biggest investment. Replacing some or all of the pipes…

Few things strike fear in the heart of a homeowner more than hearing one of your home’s major mechanical systems suddenly start to make unexpected and loud sounds. While booms, bangs, and metal against metal noises can often spell big trouble, the sound of a high-pitched screech or squeal coming…