There’s nothing worse than a shower going ice cold while you're in it. If that sounds overdramatic, it probably hasn’t happened to you. Accessing hot water reliably is an absolute necessity. If you’re facing water temperature problems, then you’re likely already in the market for a new water heater. When it comes to … [Read more...]
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5 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe from Electrical Hazards
Electrical dangers aren’t just dangerous to you; they can be very dangerous to your pets. Remember, your pets obviously don’t understand how to avoid electrocution the way you do. If there are potential electrical hazards around your home, your pets won’t know how to avoid them. Worse, pets can sometimes make their … [Read more...]
How to Prepare Your Home’s HVAC for Fall
Pumpkin spice lattes are back in stores. People are swapping t-shirts for… long sleeve t-shirts. The days are getting ever-so-slightly shorter and leaves are getting ever-so-slightly crispier. There’s no denying it: fall is coming. And even here in California, it gets cooler in fall. Well, a little cooler anyway. Is … [Read more...]
Why Won’t My Dishwasher Drain?
You’re a busy person. You've got kids, a job, responsibilities, and a thousand other things to juggle. Because of this, you absolutely need your dishwasher to work at all times. You barely have time to load the thing. You definitely don’t have time to hand wash those same dishes if it stops working! If your … [Read more...]
How to Prepare Your Home’s Plumbing for a New Baby
Congratulations! If you’re reading this, there’s probably a little bundle of joy coming into your life soon. You’ve probably read everything there is to know about caring for newborns and you’re thirsty for even more information. After all, there’s no such thing as too much preparation when it comes to your … [Read more...]
How to Use a Multimeter
A multimeter is a handheld instrument used to check a variety of electrical information. You would use a multimeter to check whether a fixture uses AC or DC voltage, whether it contained a live current, the status of resistance and continuity in electrical components, and more. It also measures ohms, volts, and amps. A … [Read more...]
Choosing the Right Air Conditioning Unit For Your Home
Air conditioning is necessary for life California--especially right now, when 100 degree heat waves are plaguing the southern part of the state. Nothing feels as good as escaping from a mid-afternoon scorcher by stepping into a nice, cooled house. That's why you want to make sure your air conditioning unit is … [Read more...]
What Are the Most Dangerous Electrical Hazards in a Home?
Home electrical hazards are often overlooked or misunderstood. In most cases, they become a problem precisely because homeowners don’t realize they’re a problem! Unfortunately, electrical hazards and the fires they could start can be a very real problem. The best way to avoid disaster is to learn about the common … [Read more...]
Summertime AC Maintenance Checklist
Summertime and the livin’ is easy… as long as your air conditioner works. No one wants to deal with broken AC in the middle of summer… especially in California. Even a unit that isn’t working optimally is burdensome enough! The best way to avoid the horror of AC-less summer is to schedule AC maintenance around once … [Read more...]
Why Isn’t My Air Conditioner Cooling Me Down?
It’s not just you. Your air conditioner isn’t always working, even if it seems like it’s running. Dirty condensers or filters, damaged ductwork, or refrigerant leaks could all prevent your AC unit from cooling you properly. If you don’t feel like your AC is cooling you down, trust your instincts. Some AC unit … [Read more...]
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