Your spouse’s booming snores could be due to a dry house! It is that time of year again! The heat is on, the noses are running, and your spouse is snoring louder than a foghorn on a cloudy day. Now that the holidays are behind us and we are entering into the, “Is it spring...
Now that the holidays are behind us and we have taken down all of our beautiful, twinkling, little electric eaters we can all expect a reprieve in our electric bills, right? Well, yes, sort of. Though those festive little lights do take a toll on your electricity usage (still worth it) there are other reasons...
As winter descends on Northeast Ohio, many people find themselves unprepared for its arrival. Our 10 essential winter home safety tips will help you fend off potential problems, while keeping you safe and healthy when the temperatures start to fall. 1. Check Your Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Make a habit of testing and changing...
Now that we’re in the heart of winter, do you feel your energy bills are too high? Many homeowners throughout Northeast Ohio feel the same way but are unsure of how to lower their energy usage. Space and water heating can account for 60% of an average home’s energy usage, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration. However,...
It’s a question we get a lot, and for good reason. After health insurance, car insurance, electricity, water, credit card, grocery, gas, phone bills, and everything else, $139 per year is money we don’t really want to part ways with. Especially when we don’t even know that it’s necessary! Are annual inspections/tune-ups necessary? All furnace...
Days are getting shorter and nights are getting colder, which means fall is officially here. Get your home winter-ready while putting your mind at ease with our fall home maintenance checklist. 1. Clean Gutters Make sure your gutters are clear of any leaves, sticks and other debris. 2. Weather-Stripping Drafty windows and doors can account...
As every Northeast Ohio homeowner knows, fall and winter can bring unpredictable weather. From cold, rainy fall days to snowstorms in the winter, it’s important to create a safe and warm environment at home. However, if your current gas furnace is struggling to provide comfort during the winter, it may be time to replace it....