Tips to Stay Cool All Summer Long
Tips to Stay Cool All Summer Long Just when you thought maybe we’d get away with cooler temperatures this summer, Texas came through with those fiery 100 degree temps we have all come to know and dread each year. Before you lose your cool (literally!),...
How Foundation Issues Can Affect Your Home’s Major Systems
How Foundation Issues Can Affect Your Home’s Major Systems It is no secret that if your home is struggling with a foundation shift, it’s probably causing more than just structural damage. And, though a shifting foundation isn’t easy to spot at first, the signs will...
Top 3 Reasons Your Home’s Circuit Breaker Keeps Failing
Top 3 Reasons Your Home’s Circuit Breaker Keeps Failing It’s scary when the power goes out for no apparent reason, and what’s even worse is when it trips again after you’ve reset the breaker. You may not realize circuit breakers have a built-in mechanism for...
Warning Signs of a Sewer Line Clog
Warning Signs of a Sewer Line Clog They're some of the least subtle issues you could have in your home. Unfortunately, it's easy to overlook signs of sewer clogs as common plumbing problems. Toilets clog all the time, right? Hopefully not, but we’ve got some...
How to Save Money on AC Costs in the North Texas Heat
How to Save Money on AC Costs in the North Texas Heat In a time when our climate is only getting hotter, we need to find ways to keep our homes cool without increasing our energy bill. Fortunately, there are ways to actually reduce your...
5 Electrical Problems Found in Older Homes
5 Electrical Problems Found in Older Homes No matter what kind of home you live in, mobile, cottage, old, new, electrical problems should always be taken seriously. A haunted house with flickering lights may seem thrilling, but the precarious electrical connections are likely the things...
The Most Common AC Issues in Older Homes
The Most Common AC Issues in Older Homes Older homes contribute incredible history and beauty to their neighborhoods. The saying “beauty comes at a price” might not always ring true, but for older homes, it does. We love the exquisite detail and glances into the...
Why Leaking Air Means You’re Losing Money
Why Leaking Air Means You’re Losing Money It’s impossible to retain all the conditioned air inside your home, right? It might be easier than you think. With an excellent ventilation and air filtration system, you can introduce and retain clean air almost entirely, but if...
How to Safely Reset a Tripped Circuit Breaker
How to Safely Reset a Tripped Circuit Breaker It’s a trademark issue for homeowners, whether first-time or long-time. A tripped circuit breaker could be a minor problem, or it could indicate that a more significant issue is hiding behind your walls. If it’s starting…
Why DIY Plumbing Repairs Are a Bad Idea
Why DIY Plumbing Repairs Are a Bad Idea Any experience with water damage gives homeowners a solid idea of why DIY plumbing repairs can be more costly than cost-effective. The slightest mistake could ruin your floors or furniture. No matter how easy the tutorials and...