Every year tons of cash is wasted due to broken sprinklers. On any given morning or evening I can walk or drive through my neighborhood and will see multiple yards with water spraying 10 feet in the air. It is not cheap to water your lawn. If you have broken and or leaking sprinklers can Read more about Test your sprinklers and save money on your water bill.[…]
Why is drainage so important in the DFW area? The Dallas Fort Worth area unfortunately has clay soil, so making sure you have good drainage is very important. As water ponds around your foundation it soaks into the soil and clay expands putting pressure on anything around it. You can drive around neighborhoods and see Read more about Spring brings lots of rain in DFW area, protect your foundation with good drainage.[…]
How do I prevent termites from getting into my house? If you live in the DFW area termite could become an issue. Do you know what attracts termites? What to look for? What you can do to prevent a termite infestation? A little background on termites. Termites eat cellulose which is found in wood. They also like Read more about Ways to prevent termites from getting into your house.[…]
Change smoke detector and CO2 detector batteries every six months. Manufactures of smoke detectors and CO2 detectors recommended that batteries are changed every six months. There are some types of detectors that recommend once a year. Most detectors sound an alarm when they need changed, but it is best to change them before this happens. When Read more about Time to change your smoke detector and CO2 detector batteries.[…]
Caring for your foundation. If you live in the Dallas-Fort Worth, your foundation is a concern due to our clay soil. Clay soil shrinks and contracts depending on the moisture content. With our hot summers here is the DFW area the soil is going to dry out. Keeping the moisture content around your house’s foundation Read more about Summer is coming to Plano Texas: Time to take care of your foundation.[…]
Smelly garbage disposal: How to clean it out. Please remember, safety first. Never stick a fork or any other items into your garbage disposal while it is running. It is also a good idea to unplug your disposal if you do need to get anything out of it. Ice cubes are great! Fill a large cup up Read more about How to get rid of that garbage disposal smell.[…]
Interior wall cracks. If you live in the DFW area and own a house, it is a good bet you have at least one wall crack. What does it mean? In the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we have clay soil. Clay soil expands when it rains and contracts when it dries out. This change can cause damage when Read more about I have a interior wall crack, what does it mean?[…]
How to turn the water off to your house. Every homeowner should know how to turn the water off to their house in case of an emergency. Knowing how to turn the water off to your house can reduce the amount of damage done. You do not want to have to wait for a plumber. A Read more about Things you should know about your house: How to turn the water off to your house.[…]
Insulation is key to saving money in Murphy Texas! The temperatures in Murphy Texas are rising. Cooling season is almost upon us. How can you save on your energy bills? Adding insulation to your attic will help you conserve energy and reduce your utility bills. You will first need to know how much insulation you Read more about Saving Energy in Murphy Texas, Saves you Money[…]
Why Service your Air Conditioner? Keeping your air conditioner serviced is a great way to cut down on your energy bills. It is recommended that an HVAC (heating, ventilation and Air conditioning) system is maintained twice a year. Service your furnace right before it starts getting cold. When it comes to your air conditioner, you should wait Read more about When should I get my Air Conditioner serviced?[…]