Category: DIY Tips
Routine maintenance and small improvements can prevent many common household problems. Our DIY articles provide practical tips for caring for your home, identifying early warning signs, and completing manageable projects safely and effectively.
We also explain when a task is suitable for a homeowner—and when the risks or complexity make it wiser to call a qualified professional.
When a repair turns out to be more than a weekend project, you can order a repair quote.
Clearing a Dishwasher Air Gap
Proper plumbing should take health and safety into consideration. One of the key safety concepts to consider with plumbing is the prevention of contaminating your house water supply. Almost all of the water that enters your house leaves through the drains. It is essential to keep these systems apart to prevent bacteria from contaminating your […]
Water Heater Inspections – Part 2
After you give your water heater a good visual inspection, there are some other very important safety items you need to check. The first is the Seismic Strapping. These are metal belts that strap the water heater to a wall. The seismic strapping holds the water heater upright in the event of an earthquake. The […]
Water Heater Inspections – Part 1
Can a Water Heater be Dangerous? Water heaters are often taken for granted. They sit in our garage or utility closet and perform their assigned duty day in and day out. If installed correctly they will operate with little fuss for many years. Most of us rarely give the water heater a second thought, but […]