Do you truly understand what radon is, whether or not it is present in your Utah area, or the exact radon level in your home? Get the answers to these common questions about radon, radon testing, and radon mitigation.

Is a tankless water heater right for you? Read more to consider a few options!

Everybody wants to be able to breathe clean air but, quite naturally, everyday living creates buildup of dirt, dust, and other unwanted particles in your home which then leads to it entering the air ductwork. Although it doesn’t pose serious threats to individuals, it can affect a great majority of the people in your home so it is important to get your air ducts cleaned from time to time. Keep reading to fully understand common questions associated with duct cleaning.

Most people take their A/C unit for granted until an issue occurs that leaves them hot and miserable. Learn about general A/C tune-ups, DIY checks, as well as common signs that your air conditioner is not working properly.

All water heaters produced after April 16th, 2015 will be affected by new regulations put into place by the U.S. Department of Energy. This guide helps you understand the new regulations the changes that are occurring and whether or not you should update your hot water heater now in order to avoid problems in the future.

View image | gettyimages.com Air quality is an ongoing concern across Wasatch Front in northern Utah. The winter and summer seasons tend to bring the worst in air quality since these seasons involve inversions that linger in the valley along the Wasatch mountain range. Improving air quality is something that is an ongoing contentious issue in this part of the …

View image | gettyimages.com The question of whether or not municipalities should add fluoride to water supplies is often a topic of contention. To begin with, it will help to better understand the arguments for and against water fluoridation by knowing what fluoride is. Fluorine is a naturally occurring element that, combined with minerals in soil and rocks, forms fluoride …

View image | gettyimages.com Plumbing, like many other integral systems, is frequently the domain of speculation and feeble attempts to get something working or a problem fixed. The often complex and mysterious nature of plumbing can lead even the most talented do-it-yourself-er into confusion and frustration. Often installation and plumbing repairs come down to fairly simple procedures that can perplex …

View image | gettyimages.com Energy consumption around the house can be high, contributing to strain on the environment and making your energy bills fluctuate from month to month. Transitioning to a solar alternative for heating and cooling at home can be a good way to save on energy bills and promote a more environmentally friendly approach to powering your home …

View image | gettyimages.com The Salt Lake valley is subject to heavy inversions–particularly during the winter months. The topography of the valley is such that the Wasatch Mountains on the eastern edge of the city act as a barrier that help lock pollution inside the valley on the worst air days. Contamination settles and lingers in the valley before a …

Furnace maintenance this winter is an important task to ensure you’re staying safe and warm during the cold. As one of the most essential appliances during cold seasons, the furnace is typically one of the most reliable appliances, but it still requires some basic maintenance and vigilance if it is an older appliance. You should take steps to have the …

View image | gettyimages.com Knowing the contents of your drinking water is important. Every region and every city has different levels of water quality, and drinking water originates from different sources. In northern Utah, much of the drinking water is sourced from deep wells and alpine streams, with much of it supplied each year by snow melt. During the summer …

Keeping indoor air clean is important to respiratory health and the overall aesthetic of your home–smelling clean and nice is an aesthetic after all. Indoor air is susceptible to a wide range of contaminants–from smoke and pet dander to dirt and debris from outdoors–and removing these contaminants from the air is best done with an indoor air filtration or purification …