Frozen and burst pipes in homes are more common than you might think. During the winter months, it’s important to watch the temperature and take preventative measures to make sure you don’t end up with frozen or even burst water pipes and potentially major water damage. Studies have shown that a good temperature threshold to […] Read More >
When it comes to buying a home, it pays to be cautious. Although they are not always required, a home inspection is much too important to forego as it’s essentially a safety net to protect you and help you know if you’re making the right investment and paying a fair price for the condition of […] Read More >
Water and carpet do not belong together. So what do you when you find yourself squelching across a soaked rug? First, and most obviously, assess the source of the water damage and make sure the water has stopped. In able to clean and save the carpet, it’s important to know that the unwanted water came […] Read More >
First Steps after a house fire or flood When the unthinkable happens, such as a house fire or major flooding, the immediate reaction for most of us in regards to our home and the aftermath would be an overwhelming feeling of anxiety accompanied by the question, “Where do I even begin?” Because the damage caused […] Read More >
Spring is just around the corner. Soon all the winter snow coming down will become spring rain. When it rains, the water has to go somewhere, right? As a homeowner, it’s important to make sure you know where water is ending up around your house to prevent flooding in your basement or crawlspace, especially in a […] Read More >
If you live in a rainy area, at the bottom of a hill, or in an area with a high water table—such as parts of Weld County in Colorado including Windsor and Greeley—there’s a good chance your house has a sump pump. A sump pump is a small pump installed below the lowest part of […] Read More >
You’re headed out on vacation to escape the frigid winter weather in Wyoming or Colorado (Sometimes even New Mexico!) and wondering what to set your thermostat at. You don’t want your pipes to freeze, but you also don’t want to pay for your house to feel like the tropics when no one is there to […] Read More >
’ve ever had to use a laundromat or a community laundry room, you know just how convenient it is to have a washer and dryer in your own home. That is, until the washing machine decides to leak and cause water damage. And because washing machines use an average of 15 gallons each cycle—with older […] Read More >
Puddle Trouble A puddle discovered by the refrigerator can mean only one of two things…an ice cube or two that may have fallen and melted, or worse, a leak. Thankfully, there are only a few common causes of refrigerator leaks and they can be checked in a quick process of elimination. One of the most […] Read More >
It’s estimated that nearly 90 percent of U.S. homes have hard water—water containing high levels of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. While hard water doesn’t pose serious health risks, it can create a plethora of issues around your home, including: Water that tastes “off” Dry skin and dirty hair from the shower Soap […] Read More >