The Dangers of a Summer Sewage Backup and How to Avoid One

The Dangers of a Summer Sewage Backup and How to Avoid One

Summer is a time for fun in the sun. Nothing brings the fun to a screeching halt like a sewage backup. Here is what you need to know about sewage backups during the summertime.  What Can Cause a Summer Sewage Backup? There are a couple reasons why a sewage backup might occur during the warmer months. Summer storms are a...
Read More

How to Protect Your Air Conditioner from Storm Damage

These past few weeks have brought a lot of rain and storms to the area. In addition to all of these storms, the temperatures have also been climbing. You have likely been running your air conditioning system to keep your home comfortable. Unfortunately, thunderstorms can pose a serious risk to your AC. Follow these handy tips when a strong storm hits and help protect...
Read More

The School Year is Ending! Are You Ready for Summer Break?

It is May and we all know what that means, the school year is almost over! With summer break approaching quickly, you may be trying to plan ways to keep the kiddos entertained for the next few months. Fear not! Here are some helpful activities you can do with the kids this summer! Summer Break Activities: 1. Water Fun Beat the heat...
Read More

More than Just Comfortable: the Added Benefits of Your AC

Summer is in full swing and you are loving the cool air and comfort provided by your AC. After all, these warmer months would be fairly miserable if air conditioners weren’t around, but you may not be aware of some of the other added benefits that your AC system provides. Bonus Benefits from Your AC:  Indoor Air Quality: Your heating and...
Read More

Staying Safe During this Extreme Heat

It is going to be one of the hottest days of the year and it is important to stay safe, to avoid a heat related injury. Heat stroke, heat cramps, heat exhaustion and severe sunburns are just a few of the issues to be concerned about.  If you’ll be spending any amount of time outdoors this week, keep the following...
Read More

Transform Your Home with Landscape Lighting

Landscape lighting offers several great benefits for your home. Everything from increased safety to enhancing your curb appeal, a little outdoor lighting really goes a long way! Landscape Lighting Benefits: -Safety: Safety is probably the most obvious benefit of landscape lighting. A few well-placed lights along your walking path can really make a big difference. Not only will you be...
Read More

12 Maintenance Tasks to Get Your Home Ready for Summer

Summer is on its way and in the Midwest that means we need to be ready for an abundance of heat, humidity and summertime pests. Is your home ready for the long summer months? If you are not sure, you may need to run through this maintenance checklist designed to help you get through the summer months in comfort. 1....
Read More

Money Saving Energy Tips in Time for Energy Awareness Month

October is Energy Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to learn a few amazing money saving energy tips for your home! When to Turn Off Your Personal Computer Yes, there is a small surge in energy when your computer first starts up, but this small amount of energy is considerably less than the energy used when your computer is running...
Read More

44 Money Saving Tips: Kitchen Edition

Just think about all of the money that gets wasted in the kitchen! Running water, gas and electric appliances, food waste, cleaning products, etc. Your kitchen is a money sucking black-hole. So here is a comprehensive list of money saving kitchen tips: Be sure to place the faucet lever on the kitchen sink in the cold position when using small...
Read More

Stop Ignoring Your Air Ducts

Unfortunately, in a lot of homes, air ducts get the out of sight, out of mind treatment. However; if you’re in the habit of running your air conditioning unit to cool your home in the summer and your furnace to keep yourself from freezing to death in the winter, then regularly cleaning your ducts is vital. All of the air...
Read More