
What is a Sump Pump and Why Should I Consider One?
If you feel that your home is not at risk of flooding, think again. A flood can happen anywhere and at any time, and, as it turns out, is the most common natural disaster in the country.
Is Maintenance Still Necessary with a Ductless System?
Ductless HVAC systems, commonly referred to as ductless mini splits, have gained a considerable following in the residential sector. They offer many benefits, including the use of heat pump technology in order to maintain comfortable temperatures throughout the year...
Can’t I Clean My Dryer Vent Myself?
The vent that exhausts heat and moisture from your clothes dryer must remain as unobstructed as possible. There are three reasons for this...
Why Schedule Bio-Clean Pipe System Treatment Services?
Our plumbing systems are incredibly important in our day to day lives. Every time you brush your teeth, shower, or do the dishes, you depend upon your plumbing system to supply you with the clean, potable water necessary to accomplish these tasks.
Ensuring a Successful Heating Installation: Why Size Matters
It doesn't matter if you are in the process of building a brand new home which requires a brand new heating system, or if you are finally ready to replace your older heating system with a newer, more efficient model; you must schedule your heating installation in Blaine with a skilled...
How Can an ERV Benefit Homeowners?
In an effort to be energy efficient, many homes have become as air-tight as possible. This is good for maintaining energy efficiency, but not so good for healthy ventilation. It can be hard to find ways to properly ventilate your home during winter without losing heat...
Valentine’s Day: Pagan Revelry, Clandestine Marriage, and 14th Century Poetry
What do you think of when you think of Valentine’s Day? Perhaps rushing off to the stationary store after work to choose the perfect card with which to express your feelings towards a loved one? Dinner reservations at a fancy restaurant? Roses, dark chocolates, and other gifts and confections?
Benefits of Honeywell WIFI Thermostats
Regardless of whether your existing thermostat has run into trouble or not, you can benefit tremendously from installing a WIFI thermostat for home heating and air conditioning control. A Honeywell WIFI thermostat has programmable settings much like any modern digital thermostat.
3 Common Sink Repairs
Your kitchen sink sees a lot of action: dirty dishes, dirty pans from cooking, basic washing and drying. With this much work, you likely have to make some kind of repairs at some point. Because of the type of use your kitchen plumbing sees, there are a few common problems that occur fairly regularly with kitchen plumbing.
What Is a HEPA Filter?
Modern building codes, security standards, and health codes emphasize safety, which is why we have locks on the doors of our homes, vents over the oven, and handrails in public restrooms. Without modern advancements in technology and government regulations in manufacturing and construction...
What to Keep in Mind When Choosing a Garage Heater
It gets cold in Minnesota, and if you work in a garage, you know that without heat, a garage in sub-freezing temperatures is not much more than a lean-to. However, there are some choices to make before installing a new garage heater, as we’ll explain below.
How to Ensure Your Sump Pump Works Properly
A sump pump can help protect your home from flooding if you live in an area with a high water table or if your home is in an area prone to flash floods. A sump pump may be a necessary installation for homes in your area, but it’s still quite probable that a flood...