Garbage disposals are a convenient way to simplify kitchen clean-up. But unfortunately, the fact that they are commonly called garbage disposals is a bit misleading. There are a lot of things that should actually go straight to the trash can, and actual garbage—plastic wrappers, foil, lids, etc.—is top of that list.
How can you be sure which items are disposal-safe and which will cause a kitchen catastrophe? We can help you sort that out.

Most people don’t think a whole lot about their heater, as long as it’s working. But of course, when a problem develops in any system, it’s better to catch it sooner, before the problem gets any bigger.
As you start to enjoy the relief from heat that autumn brings, and you use your air conditioner less and less, it may be tempting to imagine that winter is still far in the future. But you shouldn’t let the cold weather catch you unprepared.
There is very little that can derail your winter plans quite as badly as having your pipes freeze. When water freezes, it expands. You may have noticed this in an ice cube tray: the tops of the cubes are higher when they’re frozen than the level the water was at when it was liquid. When that water is stuck inside your plumbing when it freezes, with nowhere to go as it expands, it can burst the pipes! When it thaws again, that leaves you with a gushing leak. What a pain!
You probably know that an air conditioner contains refrigerant. But do you know what happens to it inside the AC unit? It is a common misconception that the refrigerant in an air conditioner can be depleted or used up. However, this is not the case at all! Refrigerant is not a fuel source. The AC unit does not consume it in the process of running, and it was manufactured with enough refrigerant to last for the lifetime of the appliance.
While it’s tricky to predict exactly when you’re going to need plumbing repairs, determining when a problem requires a call to an
When the heat comes, there’s nothing better than quality
You are not likely to hear your air conditioner work most of the time. You may hear the blowing of the fans through the vents and the compressor outside turn on and off. Yet, if you start to hear your AC system making different sounds, sounds you have not heard before, it is critical to ensure you take a closer look at what could be happening. It is best to turn to a technician for
Leaks in your home’s plumbing system are not only annoying and frustrating, but they can also result in costly repairs if not tended to in a timely manner. However, unlike other problems like a clogged toilet or broken water heater, leaks are notoriously difficult to detect– unless you know what to look for.
There will come a time when it’s necessary for you to upgrade or buy a new cooling system for your home. However,