Purchasing an EV Charging Station
Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) slowed in 2025, largely due to the expiration of tax credits. But EVs still accounted for about 10% of all car sales. That is because EVs have many positive features including: No tailpipe emissions, making them more eco-friendly Lower maintenance costs A smoother ride If you do purchase an EV, […]
11 Benefits of Becoming a Plumber
In the United States today, there is a shortage of all types of tradespeople: carpenters, electricians, HVAC techs…and plumbers. These are all great careers with numerous benefits. Here we provide the benefits of becoming a plumber. We will divide these into financial benefits and non-financial benefits. Financial Benefits Great pay. In Illinois, the average annual […]
11 Benefits of a Wi-Fi Thermostat
Hard to believe but less than 20% of U.S homes have Wi-Fi (“smart”) thermostats. There are concerns about data privacy; there are concerns about cost; and there is the “technology intimidation” factor. But setting these aside, there are numerous benefits to Wi=Fi thermostats. Here are a few. Convenience and comfort. Wi-Fi thermostats let you adjust […]
9 Benefits of a Whole House Plumbing Inspection
You have an annual checkup. Your car is serviced regularly. Hopefully you have your AC and furnace checked annually as well. But do you also have your plumbing system checked annually? An annual whole house plumbing inspection is critical to keeping things flowing in your home. Here are the nine benefits. These first benefits save […]
A “Sweet 16” HVAC New Year’s Resolutions
Have you made your New Year’s resolutions for 2026? Most likely they will include some of the following: saving money, eating better, exercising, losing weight, learning new skills, reading more, and improving mental well-being. You probably haven’t made any resolutions related to your home’s heating and cooling systems. So, we have taken the opportunity to give […]
A “Sweet 16” Electric New Year’s Resolutions
Have you made your New Year’s resolutions for 2026? Most likely they will include some of the following: saving money, eating better, exercising, losing weight, learning new skills, reading more, and improving mental well-being. You probably haven’t made any resolutions related to your home’s electric system. So, we have taken the opportunity to give you our […]
Signs You Need a New Electric Control Panel
“Out of sight; out of mind” certainly can be used to describe your electric control panel. Hidden in your basement or furnace room, it is the nerve center of your home, controlling everything from your heating and AC units to your appliances to your lighting and electronics. It’s all good, until it isn’t. A control […]
15 Tips for Buying a New Furnace
Not feeling the heat? If so, that is one of many reasons you may need a new furnace. Other signs: rising heating bills; mounting repair costs; strange odors or noises. Whatever the reason or reasons, if it’s time to buy a new furnace, here are 15 tips. Note that since natural gas is the predominant […]
12 “Smart” Holiday Gifts
With the holidays fast approaching, the pressure is on. What gifts can you give that aren’t the “same old same old.” If you’re “smart” (pun intended) here are some “smart” ideas. By the way, there’s nothing wrong with gifting these to yourself. Robot vacuum. Robot vacuums use cameras, sensors and mapping technology to vacuum your […]
Buying a New Electric Control Panel
Buying a new electric control panel is a once in a generation purchase. And depending on how old your home is or how long you are planning to stay in it, you may never need to buy one. But if you are experiencing frequent power outages, or higher energy costs, or your current control panel […]