Maintenance Tip: Check Water Lines in the Ice Maker in the Refrigerator

check water lines in the ice maker in the refrigerator

Oftentimes, ice makers in refrigerators can get clogged with mineral deposits in the water lines. Forgetting to clean these can cause the ice maker to work harder. This will make the ice maker more susceptible to wearing out. This problem can also cause the ice unit maker to produce less ice cubes and create a potential for a leak to occur. As a result, potentially damaging not only the ice maker but the refrigerator Read More


Maintenance Tip: Remove Mineral Deposits From Shower Heads & Faucets

Remove Mineral Deposits

Hard water that contains minerals like calcium, magnesium carbonate and manganese can cause mineral deposit build up on your plumbing fixtures. The water pressure in your shower heads and faucets can be significantly reduced because of mineral deposits that accumulate over time. This becomes a frustration for everyone in the family. Perhaps more importantly, these mineral deposits can discolor the water and be included in the water that you use for showers, baths, Read More


Maintenance Tip: Sharpen and Clean Garbage Disposal

Sharpen and Clean Garbage Disposal

After heavy use of your garbage disposal, the blades inside the unit often times get dull. In addition, unpleasant odor may also come from your garbage disposal. It is important to clean your garbage disposal periodically. Sharpen and clean garbage disposal for a better functioning garbage disposal.  Read More


Maintenance Tip: Replace Central Air Conditioning Filters

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Replacing central air conditioning filters frequently is an important part of keeping your home healthy. Depending on the type of filters you buy, these can catch dirt, dust, pollen, pet dander, and even smoke. Forgetting to replace these filters causes the air in the home to be unhealthy. Also, it can cause discolorations in carpets and walls. And it makes your units work harder than they need which makes them more susceptible to wear out quicker and leads to increased energy costs.

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Improve the Efficiency of the Home by Maintaining the HVAC System

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Guest Blogger: Ken Myers

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning is an important aspect of being comfortable indoors. Whether you are keeping warm in the winter or cool in the summer, maintaining the HVAC system can vastly improve the efficiency of your home. Regardless of the types of devices you use, there is always a need to properly care and clean each of those units prior to using them. What kind of improvements will this regular maintenance create for home life? Read More