How much water do you use every day in your home? Would you be surprised to learn that according to the USGS the average American uses between 80-100 gallons (approx. 300 – 375 liters) of water per day? Continue reading
Drain Plumbing Cleaning Tips
All plumbing systems develop clogs—there’s simply no way to avoid it. If you look around your house, there are a variety of different drains that need to be kept clean so that they work properly. Some clogs can be especially nasty and can emit horrible odors. Clogged drains can lead to much bigger problems like house flooding and mold problems if not fixed soon. Continue reading
“Old reliable” churns away in your basement or utility room day after day, month after month, year after year like a farm mule in days of yore. Except this one doesn’t eat as much – nor do you have those ugly, malodorous piles laying all around the place! Continue reading
We can’t deny it anymore – another Minnesota winter is here. Are you ready for the season? For a cost and time efficient way to stay warm and reduce your heating bill this winter, weatherizing your home is something that Minnesota homeowners can benefit from. By focusing on upgrading and maintaining items that keep the cold air out and make your heating more efficient, the following tips are able to both decrease cold weather utility bills and make your home a cozier, more comfortable place to be in! Continue reading
Top Projects
This is the most common “To Do” list projects a handyman is called to work on. Take some time to review exactly what a Handyman can do for you. If you have any questions on any item, please do not hesitate to call. Within our team of handyman professionals, we have many skilled craftsmen, and as such, the projects they can complete are too many to list. Continue reading
Caulking, Weather Stripping, and Insulating For Energy Savings
The most common question homeowners may ask regarding weatherization is this: “What exactly is weatherization?” Weatherization refers to many elements of your home. Any area which can be infiltrated by heat or cold, or can allow precious heating and cooling dollars to escape are affected by your home’s weatherization. Continue reading
Many air leaks and drafts are easy to find because they are easy to feel — like those around windows and doors. But holes hidden in attics, basements, and crawlspaces are usually bigger problems. Sealing these leaks with caulk, spray foam, or weather stripping will have a great impact on improving your comfort and reducing utility bills. Continue reading
Energy prices are on the rise across the nation. As a result, heating costs will consume an increasingly larger portion of a household’s energy budget. That’s why it’s important to check your home to insure that your heating dollars aren’t being wasted. Continue reading
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency minor water leaks in homes account for more than 1 trillion gallons of water wasted each year in the United States. That’s equivalent to the annual water use of Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami combined. Continue reading
Household plumbing maintenance issues can seem like just an irritating thing that you might get to sometime. But every drip drip drip of water that goes down the drain is water that you pay for each month. A leaky faucet or toilet that runs can add up to gallons and gallons of water every month literally down the drain. Continue reading