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Plumbing Maintenance Checklist
You’ve heard the saying, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” and it couldn’t be more applicable than to the realm of plumbing. Your home will always have small plumbing faults that need attention. But leave them to fester, and you risk paying out for emergency plumbing
Why Is My Furnace Making That Noise?
What Are Those Noises from Your Furnace? A universal fear is waking up to a bump in the night. While noises like scratching, clicking, and pounding can sound like someone in the house, we’re going to make you feel a bit better. Most of the time, these strange sounds can
Children and HVAC: How to Have Both Without Losing Your Mind
A busy family home is full of love, laughter, and sometimes curious children. They want to not only mimic their parents, but they also want to explore anything that is new to them. While we want to make sure that our children can safely explore new things, your HVAC system
No More Moldy Showers: How to Caulk a Shower
Cleaning your home’s well-used spaces is an easy way to stay healthy year-round, but it’s often easy to forget about the shower. Running back and forth between work, school, errands, and more can make it hard to find the time to get rid of all of that grime lurking underneath
Can I Purify Tap Water at Home?
One of the best things about living in Los Angeles is that we can trust our water is clean and healthy. Despite this, our water is very hard. For those asking, “can I purify tap water at home,” the answer is that you can, but that comes with a few
How an Earthquake can Damage Your Plumbing
Life in Los Angeles is a dream, but dealing with earthquakes are a nightmare. We all know about how to protect your family during an earthquake, but what about your home? Most resources look at how to protect your belongings, but what about the plumbing system inside your walls and
How to Fix Common Furnace Problems
As the winter months approach and cold weather starts to creep up, it’s time to turn on the furnace and get some nice, warm air. The best thing you can do for your furnace is to schedule routine maintenance. However, we know that not everyone has the time to be
Types of Pipes Used in Home Plumbing
Did you know there’s probably a few different materials that make up your plumbing system? Different plumbing jobs can call for different types of piping. Read on to learn the types of pipes used in home plumbing and see what might be snaking through your home. Pex Piping This piping
What Type of HVAC Air Filter Do I Need?
Not all air filters are created equal. It’s important to know that air different air filters do different jobs. The type of air filter you need all depends on a number of factors. Including, but not limited to lifestyle, health concerns, and location. Here are the pros and cons of
How to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger
A clogged toilet is something no one wants to be dealing with. It’s even worse when you live in a home with more people than toilets. While a simple clog is something the average person can deal with, what happens when you realize the home you’re in doesn’t have a
Why Is My Thermostat Working, but My Heater Isn’t?
We all know what it’s like when Los Angeles gets its first chill of the season. In a city defined by warm, wonderful weather, a chilly day can throw everything off. When it happens, we all want a nice warm home to go back to. But what happens when your
Why Every Household Needs Two Plungers
Did you know that different clogs in your home require the use of different types of plungers? Whether you are addressing an issue with your toilet or your sink, there are specific plungers made for both. It’s a good idea to keep both types on hand so that you are
What Can I do to Lower Heating Bills?
There comes a time every year when we need to turn on the furnace. Yes, even in Los Angeles. And just like everyone else in the country, we see our utility bills shoot up the second the heater is turned on. For those wondering, there are ways you can lower
My Water Heater is Not Working! Here are 5 Reasons Why
Rise, shine, and…freeze? There’s nothing worse than hopping into your shower first thing in the morning, and rather than the comfort of a warm and cozy suds session, the sudden chill of cold water grazes you like ice. The inconvenience of issues with your water heater can be frustrating, but
Why is My Home Heating Not Working?
Winter is somewhat mild in Los Angeles, but for those of us who live here, it can get downright cold. There are some nights when your home heating system becomes more than appliance, it becomes a necessity. We’ve received many after hours calls from people asking why their home heating