We try and keep our homes as neat and clean as possible but sometimes it can be really hard. It’s difficult enough to keep the inside of your home neat without trying to keep the outside clean as well. For example, it’s hard enough to keep your residential wood boiler system safe and functioning while […]
Energy efficient is a phrase that seems to be everywhere. The more energy efficient something is the more people want it. Saving energy saves time and money. Much energy talk revolves around lighting. This can lead to confusion as to what lighting is best. Differences between different types of light goes far beyond color, shape […]
What is reverse osmosis and why is it useful? You may have thought about getting a reverse osmosis system for your home water, or you may just be curious about how reverse osmosis is used for desalination, wastewater treatment, or recycling. Whatever your interest, read on to understand what it is and how it’s useful. […]
In the United States, there are an estimated 900,000 elevators, each serving an average of 20,000 people per year. Collectively, U.S. elevators make 18 billion passenger trips per year and more than 10,000 residential elevators are being installed each year by residential elevator installation companies. For homeowners considering a residential elevator, the installation process varies […]
Your water heater is a crucial part of your bathroom, as it keeps your water warm and comfy, so you can enjoy your shower. However, dealing with a damaged water heater can be a headache in cold weather, so you should have a water heater replacement nearby or call a professional who can help you […]
If you’re fortunate enough to live in a particularly hot area, you’ll understand the merits associated with having a working AC unit. But, if this system begins to show common signs of wear and tear or faily, you may need to complete a selection of comprehensive AC repairs. As such, you may be forced to […]
The average American household is spending just under 3% of their income on energy bills. The typical family spending on utilities, according to the US Department of Energy, is $2,200 dollars per year. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to improve your electricity bill and lower your energy costs. Some of them you […]
A home owner’s work is never done. Even when it comes time to sell a house. You were under the impression that you had done everything within your power to keep your house well maintained and functioning. In the final days of the selling process, however, you find out that there is a silent, sightless, […]
These days, nearly everyone is concerned about the environment. One of the areas of most interest right now is home construction using green building construction materials. The question is, can green building materials be high performance, as well? Fortunately, the answer is yes, and it is entirely possible to have buildings that are both eco-friendly […]
