The 6 Signs of a Frozen Pipe, and How to Fix Them Every cold season sees the danger of frozen water pipes. While we take hot water and indoor plumbing for granted, all it takes is one burst pipe to disrupt the household and lead to additional repairs from water damage. Read More of "The 6 Signs of a Frozen Pipe, and How to Fix Them"
Pipe Down Prevention: How to Avoid Burst Pipes in Winter Each year, roughly a quarter of a million households in the US experience frozen or burst pipes. In fact, such damages account for 11-20% of homeowner’s insurance claims annually. And it’s no trivial amount either: burst pipe repair costs around $100-$200 per foot, with most families shelling an average of $400 to $1,500. This amount […] Read More of "Pipe Down Prevention: How to Avoid Burst Pipes in Winter"
8 Practical Tips to Lower your Heating Bill this Winter It’s an unfortunate fact every season: as temperatures go down, heating costs go up. The average American household spends up to $1,500 on heating, most of it during the fall and winter months. It also accounts for the vast majority of a family’s energy usage. Read More of "8 Practical Tips to Lower your Heating Bill this Winter"
5 Common Winter Pests and How to Get Rid of Them When the holidays roll around, you can expect the seasonal pesky things to come too. Christmas carolers, annoying relatives, and of course… pests. While we can’t do anything about your dreaded in-laws, we know a thing or two about winter pests. Here are five common critters that come out during the cold season, and how […] Read More of "5 Common Winter Pests and How to Get Rid of Them"
Electrical Safety in Winter: A 20-point Home Checklist It’s winter season once again, which means it’s also prime risk season for home electrical fires. According to the US Fire Administration, residential electrical fire incidents occur most often during the winter months, between December to January. Winter storms, holiday decorations, and increased light and heating usage all combine to heighten the risk of short […] Read More of "Electrical Safety in Winter: A 20-point Home Checklist"
