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Identifying Potential Spring Plumbing Problems
Freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on your water lines and pipes, but you may not fully be aware until winter comes to an end. As the ice and snow begin to melt away with the warmer weather, plumbing problems can start to spring up (pun not intended). The best...
To Repair or Replace Your Furnace
Winter isn’t the best time for your furnace to start having problems, but of course that’s when you’ll notice them. If you’ve been unfortunate enough to experience issues with your furnace, you know how frustrating it can be. As a homeowner, one of the many questions...
Increase Your Home’s Value with a Bathroom Remodel
Your first thought when starting a home remodel project is probably, “What’s it going to cost?” Really, it all depends on what needs to be done and the finishes you choose. However, a better way of looking at it is in terms of return on investment (ROI). Projected...
Avoid Plumbing Leaks in the Winter
Whether you’re planning on going away from the winter or staying put, you want your home’s plumbing to operate smoothly. If you’re a snowbird, you know how important it is to properly winterize your home before heading out of Iowa during the colder months. The same is...
Understanding Radon and Keeping Your Home Safe
If you’re a resident of Ames, you may have already heard about our higher radon levels. In fact, the EPA has assigned Story County as a radon high risk zone. This means the average radon screenings have shown levels higher than 4pCi/L. In layman’s terms, this means...
Reducing Allergens with Air Purifiers
Over 50 million Americans are affected by allergies and with allergy season in full swing in Iowa, many of us are feeling it. Year-long allergy relief is hard to come by and it’s not always helpful to simply take an allergy medication. Of course, there are steps to...
Why Tankless Water Heaters are Energy Efficient
Tankless water heaters are exactly what you think: water heaters without water tanks. You might also see them called “demand water heaters” or “instant water heaters.” Regardless of what you call them, they’re the energy efficient alternative to the traditional tank...
Preparing Your HVAC for Fall
The only thing predictable about summers in Iowa is the heat. High temperatures lead to air conditioners working overtime just to keep your home comfortable. Now that it’s starting to cool off and we’re heading into the crisp fall weather, it’s the perfect time to...
5 Possible Reasons Your Faucet Could Be Leaking
Is your leaky faucet driving you crazy? That incessant drip…drip…drip may be enough to keep you awake at night, cause you stress and anger during the day, and rack up your water bills. The faucet itself may not be the issue. The leak may be a symptom of an underlying...
5 Great Flooring Options for Your New Bathroom
Are you thinking about remodeling your bathroom? Is it time to give your old room a fresh new look? There’s a lot to think about when it comes time to remodel a bathroom, and picking out materials is a very important part of the process. When it comes to choosing...
