Yearly Archive for 2023

Winter has hit South Florida, with recent temperatures dropping in the 40’s— but its also the time you can save energy and money on your utility bill. We’ve put together the top 3 HVAC tips that will best benefit you. 1- Begin by setting your thermostat to 65 degrees. This way, your heating system will […]

If you’re a snowbird, you’re probably eager to retreat to cooler points north before temperatures begin to climb. But before you pack your bags, be sure your home is adequately prepared to sit unoccupied for the long, humid summer. Follow this checklist to ensure you won’t find any unpleasant surprises when you return to your […]

You’re depending on your air conditioner to keep your home cool and comfortable this summer, but … things happen. Your AC system is a complicated machine with coils, fan, blower, condenser and other moving parts. Without routine AC maintenance to ensure everything is in good working order, something is bound to go wrong eventually. Here are the top six […]

Your home is almost always under constant threat of problems emerging out of nowhere. However, there may not be any that are tougher to spot or more destructive than a plumbing leak hidden in your walls. Plumbing leaks aren’t always big like a burst pipe that quickly causes flooding—in some cases they’re small and nothing […]

Summers are good for living, and Palm Beach County’s residents get the most out of the season by heading up north. Sounds good, right? Except some people forget to do proper home prep work. The following are a few tips that should help you prepare your home for an extended time away. You do not […]

Undermount sinks have become a distinctive new trend in kitchen renovations. The standard kitchen sink gets dropped in and hangs over the countertop, which creates that slightly raised rim. An undermount sink is installed to eliminate these lips because it sits under the countertop. The attachment process uses an epoxy adhesive that gets sealed around […]

You don’t have to live in Florida to know how much damage hurricanes can bring, so let’s be proactive and get ready for the stormy season ahead. Follow these five tips to help keep your plumbing functioning after the storm. 1. CLEAR ALL DRAINS AND SEPTIC TANKS Check your outside cleanout that water is flowing […]

Every year, the arrival of autumn signals the migration of snowbirds back to Florida’s welcoming climate. If you’re returning to Florida from your summer home, it’s important to literally and metaphorically dust the cobwebs off your abode. Here are a few clean-up and tune-up tips to keep you comfortable in your home throughout the winter […]

With the holidays approaching, people everywhere are planning for parties and guests. This is the time of year to start thinking about sprucing up a guest bathroom. Sometimes you don’t need full remodeling or bidet installations, it’s in the little things. If you are looking for some ideas to make your guests feel more comfortable, these […]

When the time comes to upgrade your home’s water heater, you understandably need to select a model that will meet your needs while operating efficiently. The model you choose will also impact energy costs, maintenance needs, and other important factors. With this in mind, a closer look at the differences between a tank water heater […]