If you own a home, there will undoubtedly come a time when you will have to hang, loosen, nail, measure, or drill something. And while your shoe might be able to double as a hammer in a pinch, you’re far better off investing in a toolkit that can tackle some of the most common household […]

Faucets are indispensible for any house hold, but dripping faucets are chaotic. They not only add to your water bills and destroy your sleep with a continuous dripping noise; they are also bad for the environment. Think about it, all that water going down the drain could have been used for so many other purposes. […]

If you’re thinking that old can of WD 40 – you know, the one collecting rust in your garage or basement – is just for nuts, bolts, and other greasy things, prepare to be pleasantly surprised.  Because that wonderful little concoction in a can has so many uses, chances are the next can you purchase […]

Heating water is essential to survive cold temperatures. And so, it comes as no surprise that water heating comprises 16% to 18% of an average household energy cost. Since most households use a conventional water heater which works continuously to heat water, we lose a lot of energy as ‘standby heat’. This happens because water […]

Whether you’re young or just young at heart, there’s something about summer bound to put an extra bounce in your step.  And yet between vacations, beach passes, gas, and all the food that it takes to keep a family going during these warm weather months, it can also be exhausting and expensive. So if you’re […]

Between backyard barbecues, trips to the beach, pit stops at your kids’ favorite fast food restaurants, and family vacations, eating healthy can be quite a challenge during the summer months. But with a little planning, you can continue to have fun in the sun while still enjoying wholesome, nutritious, and delicious food. Here are 6 […]

July is the perfect month for outdoor living, having fun in the sun, and staying cool in the shade. But just because it’s summertime, doesn’t mean that you should take a vacation from making sure your home is in tip-top shape. Here are five must-do projects for the month of July that will greatly improve […]

You certainly don’t need any training as a plumber to know that there’s a problem with your water heater.  If the water turns cold half way through your shower, or doesn’t turn hot at all, you have a problem.  Especially if gangs of people haven’t taken a shower just before you, and there’s no other […]