by Peter Russell | Jun 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Can you tell the quality of your water just by taste and smell? Well, while there are a few things that might be harmful for you that you would be able to identify by smell, the majority of the substances that sometimes make it into our drinking water do not have a...
by Peter Russell | May 31, 2019 | Uncategorized
Did your parents always tell you to unplug the TV during a thunderstorm? You might have been wondering what difference that made when you were a kid, but the danger that thunderstorms pose for electronics is a very real thing. In fact, if lightning were to hit the...
by Peter Russell | Apr 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Who doesn’t love some old fashioned masonry work on their home? While it might not be everyone’s fancy, it can definitely add a lot of character to a home. The worst enemy of masonry, however, is water, and if left unchecked, masonry work that gets exposed without...
by Peter Russell | Mar 31, 2019 | Uncategorized
For many homes, a septic system is the only option for waste. Usually, this is a fairly simple system that doesn’t need to be given a lot of thought, but that doesn’t mean that you can completely ignore it. Replacing your septic system is very costly, usually tens of...
by Peter Russell | Feb 21, 2019 | Uncategorized
Mold spores are everywhere, and if they can find a spot that has moisture and poor ventilation, then that’s an ideal location to grow. Your bathroom could easily become the home to a mold colony if you don’t take care, and once you have a mold problem, it can...
by Peter Russell | Jan 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Have you ever turned on an appliance only to notice a dimming of the lights? Do you often have brownouts when others in the neighborhood don’t, or tripped breakers for no apparent reason? All these things could be a symptom of an electrical system that needs repairs...