- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: August 4, 2022
Your attic can be a great place to “store stuff.” But it plays a much more important role than that. It also shields the rest of your house from extreme cold and extreme heat, as well as humidity. But that’s only if it is properly insulated. And according to the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association, […]
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- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: August 4, 2022
If you are thinking about a new career, one avenue you might consider is becoming an electrician. There are numerous benefits to this career path. Here are a few: Great compensation. An electrician in Illinois can expect to make an average salary of about $60,000 a year, not including overtime. Some electricians can even make […]
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- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: August 4, 2022
Water is one of our most precious commodities. But water usage also costs money. Here are some thoughts on how to conserve water inside your home. (For ideas on saving water outside your home, see https://raviniaplumbing.com/blog/how-to-save-water-outside/). In the bathroom: Check for leaks in the toilet. Drop a few drops of food coloring into the tank. […]
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- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: August 4, 2022
In the scorching summer months, you give your air conditioner quite a workout. And that means high electric bills. But there are some things you can do to keep those bills under control. Here are a few (and note many of these can be applied throughout the year). How to Reduce Your Electric Bill in […]
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- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: July 25, 2022
Typically out of sight and out of mind, your home’s furnace is often ignored until something goes wrong. That’s when your furnace suddenly becomes your number-one priority. A broken furnace on a freezing cold day can create both comfort and safety issues. One of the best ways to prevent an unexpected breakdown is with routine […]
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- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: July 25, 2022
If you live in Chicago’s North Shore and Chicago’s Northwest suburbs, you’re well aware that summers here often feature hot and humid air. After spending a day outside in high humidity, you want to be able to relax and cool down in a comfortable home environment. But if you find yourself sticking to your couches […]
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- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: June 20, 2022
You know for sure your electricity bill is going up in the summer as you run your AC to stay cool. But you likely are using a lot more water as well – especially outside your home. Here are some tips to conserve water outside your home in the summer. Water your yard in the […]
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- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: June 20, 2022
Electric vehicles (EVs) have been growing in popularity due to their reduced carbon footprint compared to cars that run on gas (https://raviniaplumbing.com/blog/types-of-electric-vehicles/). Rising gas prices may accelerate that trend. If you buy an EV, you of course will need to charge it. While the number of public charging stations is increasing, many people are finding […]
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- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: June 20, 2022
Is it time for you to buy a new air conditioning unit? Maybe your existing unit is old or you are having some issues with it (https://raviniaplumbing.com/blog/when-to-replace-air-conditioner/). No matter, if you are thinking about buying a new air conditioner, here are some things to consider. Use a professional contractor Buying a new central air conditioner is […]
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- Categories: Ravinia Plumbing
- Date: June 20, 2022
We’ve already told you about the benefits of becoming an HVAC technician in Illinois (https://raviniaplumbing.com/blog/how-to-become-hvac-technician/), from great compensation to important and interesting work to ease of entry. How easy is it to become an HVAC tech in Illinois? First, let’s start out with what you don’t need. You don’t need a four-year college education costing […]
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