With lots of clear and mild days, fall is a good time of year to tackle some home projects. As you make your to-do list this year, don’t overlook your water heater. While we depend on water heaters every day, too often we forget that they need regular maintenance. By regularly cleaning and maintaining your […]
Can a plumber install a sink? That question seems silly, and yet, it pops up a lot all over the internet in FAQ sections. The answer is yes, as long as the plumbers you are referring to are licensed, insured, certified contractors, not amateur plumbers who watched a little HGTV, went to a home […]
During the Civil War, soldiers lived and fought in unsanitary conditions. Lack of bathing meant their bodies were dirty, and they suffered from various ailments like army itch and lice. Lack of clean drinking water meant they suffered from diseases like typhoid. Sadly, 45,000 Union soldiers and 50,000 Confederate soldiers died from dysentery. With […]
You’ve probably heard that expression that April showers bring May flowers. If you haven’t, where do you live that you’ve been sheltered from overused cliches? In all seriousness, the rains that usually accompany the spring season can, in fact, cause some really beautiful flowers to grow, making for wonderful gardens. The downside to this […]
