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6 Reasons to Convert Your Wood-Burning Fireplace to Gas

Wood-burning fireplaces offer charm, but gas conversions provide convenience, efficiency, and cleaner air.

There’s nothing quite like the aroma, sight, and sound of a wood-burning fireplace. But all the prep, clean-up, and maintenance involved causes many homeowners to use their fireplace less frequently than they’d like. What if we told you that you could have the warmth and ambience of real flames any time you wish without all… Continue reading 6 Reasons to Convert Your Wood-Burning Fireplace to Gas

Tips for Creating a Multi-Generational Home

A well-designed multi-generational home supports comfort, privacy, and connection across all ages.

Home is where the heart is. And for many, it’s also where generations of family live together under one roof. While this arrangement is not for everyone, it has become a growing trend with approximately 18 percent of U.S. households living in a multi-generational home. Not only does it strengthen family bonds, this living arrangement… Continue reading Tips for Creating a Multi-Generational Home

Should You Remove Your Shoes at Home?

Leaving shoes at the door can help keep your home cleaner and healthier.

Imagine you just finish washing your hardwood or tile floors, only to have someone walk right across them, leaving their dirty footprints behind. All that hard work gone to waste! Now imagine all the dirt, grime, chemicals, and bacteria that get carried into your home on a daily basis that you don’t see? If you… Continue reading Should You Remove Your Shoes at Home?

8 Must-Do Projects to Get Your Home Ready for Fall

Fall is the perfect time to inspect and update ceiling fixtures, detectors, and vents.

They say all good things must come to an end. Warm, sunny summer days are no different. As summer fades and cooler weather approaches, it’s time to prepare for shorter days, crisp, cool nights, and all that the change of season has to offer. It’s also a great time to take some proactive stapes to… Continue reading 8 Must-Do Projects to Get Your Home Ready for Fall

6 Reasons to Choose a Tankless Water Heater

Tankless water heaters offer space-saving efficiency—ideal for modern homes with integrated systems.

Let’s travel back in time; before modern conveniences like electricity and indoor plumbing. If a family wished to bathe, they had to drag out a large metal tub and boil individual pots of hot water in order to enjoy a hot bath. Although this was an accepted practice, it was a terrible inconvenience that limited… Continue reading 6 Reasons to Choose a Tankless Water Heater

Prepare for Back-to-School Cold & Flu Season

As students head back to school, cold and flu prevention becomes more important than ever.

You’ve heard the saying – all good things must come to an end. After a few long months of sleeping in, summer camp, movie nights,  and barbeques, it’s time to prepare your kids and your home to go back to school. And in addition to school supply shopping and earlier bedtimes, you also need to… Continue reading Prepare for Back-to-School Cold & Flu Season

10 Air Conditioning Mistakes That Spike Costs

High energy bills can often be traced to simple air conditioning mistakes—learn what to avoid.

Nowadays, the majority of U.S. households rely on air conditioning to beat the summer heat. Given the overwhelming prevalence of central air, most people think they know how to maintain their system properly. But, surprisingly, many homeowners fall victim to common mistakes that waste energy, hike utility costs, and shorten the lifespan of their system.… Continue reading 10 Air Conditioning Mistakes That Spike Costs

Why is My Home So Humid?

Excess indoor humidity can make your home feel warmer and more uncomfortable—even with the AC on.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the best indoor relative humidity falls between 30% and 50%. Some studies suggest 40% to 60% is a better range, however it seems that no matter who you ask, 60% seems to be the agreed-upon threshold. If you find your home excessively humid, you’re not alone. High indoor humidity… Continue reading Why is My Home So Humid?

Why Does My AC System Give Off a Weird Smell?

If your AC smells like dirty socks, it could signal mold, mildew, or other system issues.

The dog days of summer are here and many of us are seeking comfort and relief from our central AC systems only to find that the unit is pumping strange odors through the house. While it’s not uncommon for an air conditioning unit to release certain smells during the first few uses each season, some… Continue reading Why Does My AC System Give Off a Weird Smell?

How to Reduce the Risk of Heat Exhaustion

Recognizing the signs of heat exhaustion is key to staying safe during extreme temperatures.

There is nothing better than enjoying the heat of the summer, especially after a long, chilly winter and spring. But the heat and humidity of summer can quickly leave you longing for shade, especially during a heatwave. While everyone is susceptible to the health effects of heat, some people are at much greater risk than… Continue reading How to Reduce the Risk of Heat Exhaustion