How to Get Rid of Pesky Drain Flies Ever noticed tiny greyish, moth-like flies around your bathroom and kitchen? If the number of these flies around your home increases, you could have an infestation of drain flies. Female drain flies can lay up to 300 eggs a day. It doesn't take long for a [...]
The Pros and Cons of DYI Plumbing Considering doing your own plumbing repairs or taking on a plumbing project on your own? Before you pick up the hammer and wrench, let’s consider a few things. First, know that it’s entirely possible for you to DIY a plumbing project or repair in your home, given [...]
Have you considered how optimizing your plumbing system can contribute to a more sustainable future? Thankfully, you don't need a complete overhaul of your piping system. Instead, small changes can make a big difference. For example, something as simple as installing a low-flow showerhead can help you save water and energy. If you want [...]
Driving a car requires regular maintenance if you want to keep it on the road instead of on the side of the road. Your home’s plumbing requires the same kind of care and attention, but because our plumbing is more “behind the scenes,” it’s easy to forget to peek behind the curtain. Here’s everything [...]
If you’ve never thought about the placement of air vents in your home, that’s okay. Homebuilders do, however, have a strategy behind where vents are installed. Here we’ll go over the basics of your air vents and a few pros and cons of having floor vents or ceiling vents. Air Supply Register and Return [...]
If you like plants but also love your pets, it doesn’t have to be an either or situation. In fact, there are many pet friendly plants that thrive in a range of temperature and light conditions. African Violet This luscious plant thrives in indirect sunlight, such as the lighting in an open kitchen. It [...]
Energy bills can often be quite daunting. And it's natural to want to try and cut costs wherever possible but still enjoy the same standard of living. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to save money and to lower your energy bills without making drastic changes. Get an Energy Audit [...]
When you turn your air conditioner back on in spring, you may notice some funny smells coming from the HVAC system. Knowing what these HVAC smells mean is important, as they might singal a more significant issue that needs addressing. So here are some of the most common HVAC smells and the problems causing [...]
Whole house fans are a great way to make your home more comfortable, not only in the summer, but in the winter too. They help keep you cool in the summer by allowing air to circulate throughout your home. In the winter, they reduce the amount of stale air and reduce moisture build up. These [...]
Air quality is one of those things that we don't think about until there's a problem. However, poor indoor air quality can be a major source of irritation and discomfort for us and our animals. MERV ratings are an industry standard for rating the filtration efficiency of a pleated filter. While you can find [...]
