How They Work And What To Do When They Don’t! Indoor plumbing and wastewater management are amazing modern conveniences, but they can also cause big problems when they fail. So what is the difference between a sewer vs storm drain? There are several different types of...
July 4th Safety Tips For You And Your Home
Celebrating Independence Day is the perfect time to have a barbecue, hang out around the pool, spend time at the beach, or head out of town. Making sure that all of these activities are done safely is important to ensure accidents are avoided, damage is prevented, and...
Are Your Heating and Cooling Costs Too High?
A Professional Assessor Can Help Lower Your Utility Bill Homeownership comes with a lot of expenses–homeowners’ association fees, maintenance, taxes, and utility bills, just to name a few. Utility bills are often the highest monthly cost, with heating and cooling...
How to Keep Your Backyard Safe for Summer
When summertime comes in the Chicago area, families gravitate to the backyard for fun - firing up the grill, playing in sprinklers or pools, gardening, and relaxing. If the backyard and its components haven’t been tended during the bitterly cold Northern Illinois...
Steps to prevent basement flooding and damage, and what to do if it happens
When you think of basement flooding, you may consider disastrous weather events to be the most to blame. However, water damage is more often caused by internal issues like leaky appliances, plumbing problems, or improper draining around the perimeter of the home. In...
5 Myths About Professional Carpet Cleaning
Installing carpeting is an investment for homes, businesses, or property owners that is worth the money and effort. Carpeting not only provides insulation and a comfortable feel, but it can also help increase the value of your property. That’s why people who invest in...