Frozen Pipes in the Forecast?

With all of the cold weather that has been running rampant this winter, it is important to be aware of frozen pipes. This is a reality, and can happen to many homeowners when they least expect it. The temperatures are not expected to reach above single digits for the next…

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Winterize Your Plumbing System For Cold Weather

If you aren’t prepared, the harsh chilly winter months can do some serious damage to your homes plumbing system. Frozen pipes can lead to broken pipes, which can then lead to more complications and even a flooded home or basement. Being preventative is your best bet to combat any issues…

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15 ways to deal with water in your home

If your plumbing system has failed and you are left with water damage, do you know how to handle the situation? Here are 15 easy steps to help you through the process before calling a licensed professional in the water damage restoration field. 1) Turn off the water at the…

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Plumbing Tips for the Summer Months

The transition from spring to summer is an exciting time for all homeowners, but that also means that it’s time to avoid any potential problems with your plumbing, drain, and sewer systems. The summer months can bring many issues to your plumbing systems, but if you are prepared properly, you…

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Winter Storm Orion Makes Its Rounds Across U.S

Winter weather is still in the forecast for much of the Midwest and northeast, but now, the west is also in for some precipitation, as well as some very heavy snowfall. Winter Storm Orion will be delivering some much needed snow to the western mountains of California. This snow will…

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The Process of Properly Thawing Frozen Pipes

This year, residents all over the Midwest have been dealing with below average temperatures and heavy accumulations of snow. When subzero temperatures occur, it makes pipes an easy target for freezing. When pipes freeze, it can become a hassle if they are not thawed quickly, and the right way. When…

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Polar Vortex Makes Another Round in Midwest This Week

Over the last month, the Midwest and Northeast have undergone excruciating cold temperatures and heavy snowfall. Just as the temperatures were beginning to warm up, they will just as quickly fall yet again. The “polar vortex” that overtook many of the Midwestern states is coming back for another round, and…

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Midwest Slammed with Subzero Temps and Heavy Snowfall

Over the weekend, the Midwest got slammed with another winter storm. This system was a combination of heavy snowfall and brutally cold temperatures. The states that got hit the hardest include Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin thus far. Other states have also been impacted by this large system as well….

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