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Annual Home Maintenance Schedule
Posted by Ryan Waldorf on May 10, 2019
There's a lot of maintenance you could do…and there’s what you absolutely should do. This home maintenance schedule focuses the key things you really s... Read More
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Should I Upgrade My Air Conditioner?
Posted by Ethan Mansoor on May 07, 2019
If you prefer saving money, yes. If not, then no probably not. Your Air Conditioner You likely only use your air conditioner during summer, so who care... Read More
Six appliance upgrades to AVOID if you like saving money on taxes!
Posted by Ethan Mansoor on April 29, 2019
If you like paying taxes , no need to read further! How Being Energy Efficient Can Help You Save Money Your Home Appliances Home appliances like air co... Read More
How to Treat Pipes with Septic Tank Cleaner
Posted by Ethan Mansoor on April 13, 2019
Over time sludge builds up in your septic system that can cause blockages and prevent drainage. Septic tank treatments add good bacteria into your sept... Read More
How to Test your Smoke Detector
Posted by Ethan Mansoor on April 13, 2019
Over time your smoke detectors' sensors may start to deteriorate even with fresh batteries or a good electrical connection. Regularly checking the sens... Read More
How to Change your Air Filter
Posted by Ethan Mansoor on April 13, 2019
As your heater and air conditioner run, air is cycled through your house via a system of ducts. Before passing through the ducts, air must pass through... Read More
How to Test your Sump Pump
Posted by Ethan Mansoor on April 13, 2019
Many basements contain sump pumps to remove any water that might accumulate during a storm or from condensation and cracks in the foundation. Test your... Read More
How to Change a Smoke Detector Battery
Posted by Ryan Waldorf on April 07, 2019
Regularly checking and replacing your smoke detectors' batteries will make sure they are working in an emergency. Tool's needed Optional tools Task Det... Read More
How to Clean your Gutters
Posted by Ryan Waldorf on April 05, 2019
Your gutters protect your roof, foundation, and landscape by channeling water off your roof and away from your house. Overtime debris will collect with... Read More
