How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Home
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a naturally occurring gas referred to as the “silent killer” because it’s odorless, tasteless, and colorless and can cause serious health issues and even death. CO is responsible for killing 400 Americans each year and sending more than 20,000 people to the emergency room. It’s important to ensure that your home […]
How to Caulk a Bathtub
You know you should use a professional plumber for big jobs. But if you enjoy tackling smaller projects, occasionally there might be an opportunity for you to be a “do-it-yourselfer.” Caulking a tub is one such project. It shouldn’t cost you more than $30 to get the supplies and should take you less than two […]
Whole-House Plumbing Inspections
A dripping toilet or faucet is only a minor annoyance until you see your water bill. A backup sump pump doesn’t even warrant a thought until the power goes out in a rainstorm and your basement floods. You take your water heater for granted until you walk into the shower and are greeted by a […]
How to Become a Licensed Electrician – Part 1
Much has been written lately about the need for skilled tradespeople in professions like plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry. There is also a need for skilled electricians, with the expectation that demand will grow by 8% in the next few years. Read on for more information about how to become an electrician in Illinois. The Benefits […]
Air Duct Cleaning Tips for Homeowners
They are generally hidden away behind walls or ceilings, or in your furnace room or attic. You don’t think about your home’s air ducts, but they are essential in making sure your home stays warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Air duct cleaning has never been proven to prevent health problems. However, […]
The Benefits of Radiant Floor Heating
You wake up on a frigid morning relatively warm because your furnace is keeping you comfortable. But then you plod into the bathroom and you’re greeted by a cold floor that sends shivers through you. Solution? Today many people are installing a radiant heat system under their floors to keep their feet warm. While used […]
Tips to Improve Your Internet Speed
If you are like just about everybody else, you’re relying on the Internet more than ever. You’re using Zoom and other platforms to hold business meetings, to celebrate holidays and birthdays with friends and family, and to otherwise stay connected. Your kids may be using these tools for remote schooling, while you’re using streaming services […]
How to Fix a Tub Drain
For all you DIYers out there who want to perform small plumbing jobs yourself, one easy task is replacing or resealing an old tub drain. A leak in the drain can cause extensive water damage. Fortunately, replacing or resealing a drain is an inexpensive and easy process. Supplies only cost about $20, and you can […]
How to De-Ice a Roof
Just because they are out of sight does not mean they don’t exist. A great example of this is ice dams. Ice dams form when melting snow on the roof refreezes near the edge before it runs off the roof. Repeated melting and freezing creates a thick mass of ice by the edge of the […]