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…
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…
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….
Cold weather has been especially brutal in 2013, and the beginning of the year will continue on these arctic cold temperatures. For many cities east of the Rockies, the first week or so of 2014 will feature much more of the bitter cold air coming from the southern region of…
With cold weather upon us, it is important to know some tips to keep your pipes from freezing. This will help in the long run, and will also help you avoid any plumbing problems during the cold weather season. As temperatures drop, close all air vents and any other openings…
An arctic blast of cold air has pushed its way into a large portion of the country from western Montana to the Midwest. With temperatures in Great Falls, Montana overnight at -16 and -9 in International Falls, Minnesota, there’s no doubt that winter is here. This type of bone-chilling cold…
If you think that toilets may not flush as well as they used to, than you are right. Because the industry is more focused on efficiency, many toilets cannot flush as well as they used to. You used to be able to flush nearly anything down the toilet and it…
With winter approaching us quickly, it is now time to consider winter weatherization for our homes and apartments. Winter weatherization can save you money on your heating bill, and as you probably know, heating your home or apartment in the winter can be quite expensive. In this article we will…
When it gets colder outside, piping is much more susceptible to cracking, bursting, and freezing. When this happens, you’ll have to call a plumber to come out and fix the issue, which can take a big chunk out of your wallet. It is important that you know the systems in…
If you have running water in your home, than there are a couple things that you need to know about drains. First let’s start off with the kitchen sink. You should always let plenty of water run down the drain by keeping the faucet open for up to a half…
