Is Your Heater Making You Sick?

Do you have a sore throat, watery-itchy eyes, and a runny nose? Are you tired of coughing, sneezing, and having shortness of breath? Does your head start to ache every time you’re in your home? Feeling more tired and sluggish than usual? Enough is enough, now is the time to take action! The dust and debris build up in your …

Does it Need to be Replaced? 6 Furnace Warning Signs

Having an up-to-date furnace that runs properly is paramount to the health and happiness of yourself and your family. If your furnace is on its last legs, it could have dangerous side-effects, including rising energy bills and carbon monoxide poisoning, not to mention the possibility of spending a very cold night waiting for the repairman to arrive when your furnace …

Tips for Dealing with Harsh Winter Skin

It’s officially winter, which means it’s freezing cold outside and you are combating it by blasting the heat or huddling around the fireplace. Trying to stay warm during the winter is hard enough, we don’t need the additional stresses like cracked skin or winter induced asthma to the mix. By taking a few preventative steps you can save your skin, …

5 Tips to Extend The Life of Your Water Heater

Water heating is the second highest utility expense in your home. A water heater tends to last between eight to twelve years depending on usage, type, and how often your perform maintenance. These five tips will help your water heater maintain high efficiency and lengthen its life span. 1. Regulate the Pressure If your water pressure is high, above 90 …

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Cities with the Hardest Water in Utah

Cities in Utah are known for having hard water, sometimes to the point that it can cause damage to your home, hair, and skin. Across the country, Utah has some of the hardest water, along with parts of the Western United States and much of the Midwest. Here’s what you should know about Utah’s water.

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Why Is My Water Pressure So Low?

Most people have experienced low water pressure in their home. This problem can range from a small valve issue to a major pipe concern. Not only is this problem worrisome it is also incredibly irritating. Having low water pressure makes everyday tasks like taking showers or doing dishes difficult and not to mention time consuming! When it comes to plumbing, …

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Why Is My Furnace Rattling?

Furnaces tend to make some strange noises, but do you know which ones are normal and which ones are signs of problems? Different brands and types of furnaces make their own strange noises but rattling is a common issue. Knowing what the problem might be can save you time and money. Here are a few possible causes of the rattling …

Why Is My Water Not Staying Hot?

Do your showers ever feel like you transported from your bathroom to an ice hole in the antarctica? Are you tired of your shower turning ice cold in the middle of shampooing? Do you want to have hot water all winter? Water heater problems are normally easy to spot. If the water coming from your faucet remains cold, smells, leaks …

Why Is My Toilet Running?

You know that annoying sound like your toilet is filling up with water but it hasn’t been flushed in hours? It’s quite possible you have lived somewhere where the toilet has done this, it’s very possible your toilet is doing this right now. By allowing your toilet to run you are wasting gallons of water a day, which is costing …

Is Your Furnace Filter Polluting Your Home?

What Is A Furnace Filter? A furnace filter is a removable filter that fits inside your furnace between the air intake location and the fan, heating coil, and motor. It was designed to protect the motor and other mechanical parts from a number of airborne particles that could ruin the furnace. A standard fiberglass filter was originally used in furnaces …

10 Tips To Shrink Your Energy Bill

The average U.S. household spends up to $2,100 each year to heat, cool, and illuminate their homes. Want to spend less? Check out these 10 energy-saving tips!