Summer Dreamin’- Weather Forecasts for Spring and Summer 2019
Ahhh there’s nothing like Michigan in February. Our backyards transition from picturesque snow covered landscapes, to muddy swamps, to treacherous ice rinks all in a week’s time. Weather forecasts are filled with winter weather advisories and threats of ice storms, …
Read More7 Fascinating Facts about Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing in the White House
The home of the President of the United States since 1800, the White House at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, evokes lots of curious questions. Yes, the White House does have a bowling alley in the basement, and Tom Hanks did donate an …
Read MoreHow to Show Your Furnace Some Love this Valentine’s Day
February 14 is a day for celebrating love…(and a day for eating copious amounts of chocolate, guilt free). During the winter months, your furnace is one of your most important family members as it works hard to keep your home …
Read MoreHow to Get Rid of a Smelly Kitchen Sink Using Household Items
I once knew a person who would often boil cinnamon sticks while baking. She did it because she felt that it was important to have a delicious scent while working in the kitchen because the food absorbs the surrounding smells. …
Read MoreWhat Snow on Your Roof Says About Your Home
This time of year, snow capped roofs are a common sight in the northern parts of the United States. But, not all snow covered roofs look alike and not all snow covered roofs are equal. Whether the snow on your …
Read MoreHow to Thaw Frozen Pipes in 5 Easy Steps
As you probably remember from 3rd grade science, water freezes into ice. When that process happens, the water molecules expand so the ice takes up more space than the water did. Take that concept and apply it to the plumbing …
Read MoreTips for a Budget Friendly, Energy Efficient Super Bowl Sunday
Football is not everyone’s thing. But, with over 100 million people watching it, clearly the Super Bowl is an event worth talking about. Some people might be diehard football fans, some may be interested in the famed advertisements, and others …
Read MoreWhat No One Tells You about Snow and Your High Efficiency Furnace
Snowstorm + no heat = _________ You can fill in the blank with your own answer to the above equation, but we are guessing your solution won’t be a positive one. Some people love snow. Some people hate snow. But, …
Read More9 Common HVAC Terms Defined
Talk to someone coming out to fix your furnace or someone trying to explain the different air conditioning options for your home and it can often feel like they are totally speaking another language. And, in many ways, they are. …
Read MoreHow to Make the Most of Your Nest Learning Thermostat
We love The Nest Learning Thermostat. Its sleek look, its easy-to-use interface, and its energy saving features make it a product that we think is a must have for anyone in the market for a thermostat. That said, The Nest …
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