Replace Your Air Filters – DIY
Routinely changing the filter for your heating and cooling system is one of the best ways to keep your home comfortable and healthy. However, proper filter maintenance is also essential for efficient operation and [...]
Fix a Leaking Kitchen Faucet – DIY
Kitchen sink faucets are an essential part of a home’s plumbing system and provide hot and cold water on demand. However, like most household systems, these can need repair or replacement periodically. Dripping or [...]
What is a bootleg ground?
A bootleg ground exists when the ground of the receptacle or fixture is connected to the neutral wire of the circuit. This is an improper condition and potentially a very hazardous condition. Incorrectly wired [...]
Rain Gardens and Storm Water Management
An on-site stormwater management system refers to a set of practices and facilities designed to manage and control stormwater runoff at or near its source, rather than allowing it to flow freely over surfaces [...]
A Slippery Slope – Poor Grading
Water should drain away from a home. While simply said, not so easily done. Many lots are sloped up away from the home, what is called a negative grade, on at least one side. [...]
Protective Sleeve for CSST
Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) is a type of flexible piping used in the installation of natural gas and propane supply lines in residential and commercial buildings. CSST is a more flexible and easier-to-install [...]