Eight Tips for Buying a Standby Generator
You already know the benefits of a standby generator, especially as opposed to portable generators: They turn on automatically to protect your home and possessions when the power goes out, unlike portable generators that must be turned on by hand (not much good if you are out of the house when the power goes out). […]
Protecting Your Home From Water Damage Due to Water Pipe Leaks
You already know that water damage in your home can be an expensive and inconvenient pain. And you do a lot to prevent it. Have your sump pump checked regularly Have a battery backup in case your sump pump fails or you lose power. Have your sewer line rodded annually. Make sure your gutters are […]
18 Ways to Prepare the Outside of Your House for Winter
Yep, winter. Despite some really nice weather that has made summer linger, we know what is coming. Cold weather. You undoubtedly have a to do list to prepare for the winter months. Here we provide a checklist for things you can do to prepare the exterior of your home for winter. Plumbing 1. Disconnect all […]
Eight Benefits of a Furnace Tune Up
Fall is here. Days getting shorter. School in session. Football. Halloween just around the corner. The air is crisp. But that crispness will turn into cold as we approach winter. That means you will be using your furnace. And that means of course that it is time for you to get your furnace tuned up. […]
Buying a Garbage Disposal
Garbage disposals (they are really called garbage disposers, but everybody calls them garbage disposals) can last between eight and 15 years, depending on the quality of the product, frequency of use and care not to abuse it. But if you find yourself in need of a new disposal, here are some factors to consider. Space. […]
Six Things to Consider When Purchasing a Dual-Zone Ductless Mini-Split System
Last month we discussed the comfort, health and economic benefits of dual-zone ductless mini-split systems, which are heating and cooling systems that heat or cool multiple areas or rooms without the use of ducts. If you decide that type of system is appropriate for your home, of course budget will play a role. But here […]
18 Common Plumbing Terms
When our licensed plumbers come to our customers’ homes, they will sometimes use terms not familiar to the customer. The customer will then ask what they mean. Here are 18 plumbing terms to help you the next time one of our plumbers visits. Water service. This is the pipe that supplies water from the city […]
Six Benefits of a Standby Generator
The lightning flashes and the thunder booms. Or…the blazing sun beats down and the AC units in your neighborhood are Suddenly, the lights go out. The electronics shut off. The refrigerator stops working. Do you experience those problems when the power goes out? You wouldn’t if you had a standby generator. Here are six reasons […]
What Is the Most Expensive Time to Run Your Air Conditioner in Bannockburn?
Homeowners in Bannockburn know that summer comfort comes at a cost. When the temperatures rise, your air conditioner becomes the most important appliance in your home, but also one of the most expensive to run. Understanding when air conditioning costs in Bannockburn are highest can help you make smarter choices, save money, and protect your […]
What Is the $5,000 Rule for HVAC?
If you’ve ever had to make the tough call between repairing or replacing your heating and cooling system, you may have come across something called the $5,000 rule for HVAC. Homeowners in Lincolnshire, IL, and beyond often hear this phrase from technicians, but not everyone fully understands what it means or when it applies. Ravinia […]