You might notice that some of the double pane windows in your home seem foggy or misty. Usually this will be due to the failure of the silica desiccant that keeps moisture from entering the window. When this seal fails, the only solutions are to either...

Living in an older home, your windows might not be in the greatest shape anymore, but with a little bit of work, they can be brought back to working order in no time. One of the most common problems with old windows is that they don’t shut out the elements...

This winter we have seen much more snow than usual, and whether you think this is a good thing or a bad thing, there are some safety concerns that come along with heavy snowfall. One such concern is snow falling off the roof and injuring people. This is...

The roof of your house is not something that you look at too closely every day, but there is some maintenance you, as a homeowner, can do to make sure that it is kept in good condition. After storms, cleaning out debris, such as, leaves and branches from...

Do you know where your septic system is located? This is information that you as a homeowner should be aware of, since a malfunctioning septic system can do much damage. As a matter of fact, it could go as far as contamination of the groundwater, rivers or...

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Many today are looking at alternative sources of heat for their homes, and pellet stoves have gained popularity in the latest years. This type of stove uses pellets of biomass products like sawdust, wood shavings or even food waste product for heating....

What child doesn’t love a playground? Unfortunately, there are some dangers inherent in these, and there are hundreds of thousands of injuries in the U.S. each year. If you have a playground on your property, here are some things to consider. If you have...

Have you ever wondered what happens to the moisture and smells that your cooking generates? If your stove has an exhaust fan above it, you might think that everything is taken care of, but this might not necessarily be the case. The fan must be ducted to...

For many of us, air-conditioning is the only thing that makes it possible to make it through the summer. Even though you might have scheduled visits by a trained professional, there are some things you can do to increase the life-span of your central...