Plumbing
AC Replacement vs. Repair: How to Make the Right Decision
Once your AC starts acting up, the first question that comes to your mind is: โShould I repair it, or is it time for a new one?โ We understand your dilemma! In Sacramento, summer can be really scorching, and dealing with an AC failure at a temperature over 100ยฐF could be too frustrating for anyone.…
Read MoreTop 5 Ways to Improve Your Air Conditionerโs Efficiency This Summer
In Sacramento, where summer temperatures often reach above 100ยฐF, air conditioners can turn into one of the biggest contributors to your electricity bill. As of 2024, summer electricity use per person in U.S. homes has nearly doubled compared to the early 1970s or 80s. Can you imagine how much more energy we now invest in…
Read MoreCommon Plumbing Problems in Sacramento Homes
Living in Sacramento has its perks, from great weather to vibrant neighborhoods and charming older homes. But with charm often comes the plumbing headaches. Most homeowners in Sacramento report problems associated with the plumbing systems, like pipe bursts or faucet leaks. If identified at the early stages, plumbing issues can be easily fixed. However, if…
Read MoreWhat Steps Can You Take to Prevent Pipes from Freezing in Winter?
Winter can be tough on pipes. When temperatures drop, water inside pipes can freeze. This makes the pipes expand, which can cause them to burst. A broken pipe can flood your home and cost a lot to fix. Frozen pipes are a costly and frustrating issue many homeowners face during the winter months. But do…
Read MoreHow Can Hydro Jetting Save You from Costly Sewer Repairs?
Sewer line problems can be like a homeowner’s nightmareโmessy, stressful, and expensive. Grease, food, hair, and dirt build up over time if left alone, causing blockages that can cause backups, bad smells, and even pipe damage. Fixing broken pipes can be expensive and messy, but there is a simple way to keep your drains clear:…
Read MoreHow Do You Safely Unclog a Garbage Disposal?
A garbage disposal is a very important item in the kitchen sink as it grinds the unwanted items in the sink, but cleaning clogged garbage disposal is a very hard and unsafe job. A garbage disposal can get clogged because of excessive grease or food getting stuck in the blades. Either way, it is unsafe…
Read MoreHow Do You Properly Maintain a Sump Pump to Prevent Basement Flooding?
A sump pump keeps your basement dry by pushing out water before it floods your home. But like any machine, it needs care to work well. If you ignore it, it might fail when you need it most and wake up in a flooded basement. That is a big, messy problem! Good newsโit is easy…
Read MoreWhat is a Zoned Cooling System
Many people have homes where they need some rooms cooler (or warmer) than others. A zoned cooling system helps them to set individual rooms to the proper temperature, without taxing their HVAC systems. With a zoned system, all rooms of your house could maintain the perfect temperature for the people who use it most. Why…
Read MoreA Short History of Indoor Plumbing
When faced with something that saves time or labor, or otherwise does something useful, people will often tell you itโs the greatest thing since sliced bread. Weโve always preferred โthe best thing since indoor plumbing,โ partly because we can slice our own bread, and partly because weโd rather not trudge outdoors every time nature calls.…
Read MoreA Quick Guide to Humidifiers
Waking up parched? Suffering from dry mouth? Noticing you sound like Colleen Dewhurst first thing in the morning? Noticing you get sick easier than you used to? Before you call the doctor, make sure the culprit isnโt the dry air in your home. WebMD notes that dry air indoors, especially in the winter time, can…
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