One of the biggest and most important preventative maintenance steps that homeowners can take is keeping up on their gutter maintenance; equally important is knowing what to do in the event that damage or disrepair is discovered. Without a way of effectively channeling water off of and away from your roof, you put it at …
If you are looking to preserve your lawn and have it come in green and strong next spring, you are going to want to get out ahead of the coming winter. The best way to ensure that the future deep freeze does not deal a death blow to your sprinkler system or your lawn is …
As temperatures begin to fall, your home’s HVAC system will begin responding in kind by working that much harder to maintain your desired indoor temperature. It will be at this point where you may discover that your heating system may be giving off a foul odor, or that your home isn’t heating up as fast …
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There is not much more aggravating than having overly aggressive flies, yellowjackets, fleas, box elder bugs, and other insects making their presence known by crashing your backyard barbecue or harassing you and your loved ones in your home while you are trying to relax. In areas that experience all four seasons, insect populations can explode …
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With some areas putting daily limits on how much water you can use and when, it can really put a dent in your typical lawn maintenance schedule. The thing is that, while many of us simply mow the lawn, bag up the grass, then leave the sprinkler running all night, times of water restriction force …
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Not everyone has a spacious 3-car garage with extra storage, but even if they did, they would likely still be interested in maximizing their available storage space. Doing so prevents them from having to rent out an additional storage unit, absorbing another cost in the process, and when done right, can have the cascade effect …
Basements, by default, are underground and therefore prone to moisture. A home’s foundation is poured concrete, which is porous and can crack over time. As the ground surrounding the basement becomes saturated with water, it can lead to the walls feeling wet to the touch and the air in the basement feeling dank and moist. …
If you are planning on building a deck this summer, your first instinct may be to pick up the phone, call a few contractors, and go with the one who quotes you the best price. Going for the cheapest contractor is not always the best way to go about new additions to your home, and …
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At FAMCO, we may take manufacturing high-quality HVAC parts and supplies that promote a healthier indoor environment seriously, but when the dog days of summer make themselves known, sometimes it makes sense to get out and enjoy it. One way of doing this is coming up with fun new activities that you can do at …
Backyard Activities For Entertaining At Home This Summer Read More »
When it comes to cleaning out gutters, many homeowners tend to focus on the problems (i.e. clogged gutters) rather than the solutions that can rectify and/or prevent those problems from occurring in the future. In this case, it is crucial for homeowners to keep their home’s gutter system functional and clear of debris through regular …
