A flooded home is a homeowner’s true nightmare – water damage can take a huge amount of time and money to fix and, in some cases, can even be irreparable. That’s where your sump pump comes in. This integral device helps to ensure that your home doesn’t flood, which is why it’s essential to both maintain and troubleshoot it. 

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Spring Blossoms, spring showers, and spring cleaning. As we say goodbye to winter and welcome the warmer months, it’s time to pull out that spring to-do list and start checking things off. So what’s at the top of the list? Scheduling your spring HVAC checkup. If everything is working fine with your HVAC system, you may not think you need an inspection, but having two HVAC inspections per year for preventative maintenance can save you from expensive repairs and stress. 

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It’s the holiday season!  And Santa Claus is coming ’round, and we’re eating all the holiday food to be found. Not only is it time for Christmas carols, but it’s also time for our favorite holiday eats.  We’ve got roast beef, turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, cornbread, stuffing, gravy, fruitcake, and all kinds of homemade treats. Our tables and stomachs will be full, but what happens when it’s time to clean up? Many kitchens these days have a garbage disposal, but before you clear your plate into the sink, you should ensure you know what the worst foods for garbage disposals are.  

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As the weather turns colder and temperatures continue to drop, there are many routine maintenance items that homeowners must do to keep their homes and property in tip-top shape. While items such as having your HVAC system inspected are at the top of your list, an important task that you might have forgotten is turning off the outside water and draining the pipes properly to avoid issues during freezing periods. 

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