Electric baseboard heaters are easy to install and work great in homes where there’s no other source of fuel or duct work to connect the rooms to a central heating unit. However, making a few mistakes when setting up this form of heating can make it almost impossible to keep the room comfortable. Make sure your installation is handled correctly from the beginning with these five tips. Consider the Placement Read More»
While there are dozens of problems that can interrupt your enjoyment of cool air from the air conditioner, only a few of them completely stop the outdoor unit from turning off. When you notice there’s no noise at all coming from the unit, it’s time to start troubleshooting the problem. Here are five potential causes, some of which you can check yourself before calling for repairs. Lack of Electricity Start by making sure the unit is plugged into a 220 outlet or that the permanent wiring isn’t disconnected. Read More»
When you go shopping, do you always purchase more than you intended to? Do some of your purchases sit untouched, never making it out of the box or having their tags removed? Is your home so cluttered that you can’t readily find items that you use on a daily basis such as your purse, keys, or hairbrush? Have you tried to tidy up your home, but can’t seem to do so because the thought of tossing out any of your possessions fills you with anxiety and/or dread? Read More»
Fire pits are a popular way to enjoy the warmth of an outdoor fire on a cool evening, but they aren’t always portable. The good news is that you can build a simple, but effective, fire pit in a location of your choosing using a few basic materials. Best of all, they won’t cost a fortune and are easy to dismantle when you are done. Below is a list of materials you will need as well as a set of detailed instructions on how to build one: Read More»
Although it doesn’t happen very often, late-season hurricanes can show up and place your home at risk for expensive damages, including shattered window glass and broken frames. Instead of riding out the storm and hoping for the best, prepare your home and protect your family and pets with the right hurricane replacement windows. Here’s what you need to know about your replacement windows and steps you can take to reinforce your home against a late-season hurricane. Read More»