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How Often Should HVAC Be Serviced

Every homeowner knows that there are a variety of projects to complete on their home systems. Having a checklist that is available to you as a homeowner to record when you have your various systems…

Steve MangekianMay 31, 2022

Home Maintenance

How To Remove Chemical Stains From Stainless Steel Sink

Doing the dishes is not everyone's favorite past-time. Let's say that you are up from the dinner table and tasked with the dishes. As you load the dishwasher and empty the sink you see an…

Steve MangekianJanuary 13, 2022

Home Maintenance

LIFE EXPECTANCY OF HOME COMPONENTS

These life expectancies have been determined through research and testing based on regular recommended maintenance and conditions of normal wear and tear, and not extreme weather (or other) conditions, neglect, over-use or abuse. Therefore, they…

WolfPack AdvisingDecember 15, 2021

Home Maintenance

How To Winterize A Screened In Porch

The winter months are coming and you really enjoy your mornings with coffee on the porch. As the mornings get colder you start to wonder if you are going to be forced indoors soon and…

Steve MangekianDecember 13, 2021

Home Maintenance

How To Clean Fireplace Brick

Listen up, as a homeowner you have many jobs. Believe it or not, ensuring that the brick for your fireplace is clean, is one of those jobs. It's not an easy task and oftentimes you…

Steve MangekianNovember 23, 2021

Home Maintenance

Can You Burn Pine In A Fireplace

Imagine that you are about to experience a winter storm. The weather forecast is for a blizzard coming to your area and it's time to start preparing your home for what could be a long…

Steve MangekianNovember 15, 2021

Home Maintenance

Does A Gas Water Heater Need Electricity

There are different types of water heaters that a homeowner can choose from. There are electric, solar, tankless, electric heat, and more. Does a gas water heater need electricity? The answer is yes and no.…

Steve MangekianAugust 31, 2021

Home Maintenance

What Is The Effect Of Oven Cleaner On Kitchen Countertops

You are in the midst of cleaning your oven with some highly effective oven cleaner. While rushing to get the job done, you reach for the can and accidentally spray oven cleaner onto your kitchen…

Steve MangekianAugust 25, 2021

Home Maintenance

Are Ceiling Downrods Universal

Ceiling fans are a nice addition to a home. Not only do they help save money on electricity because you don't have to use the HVAC as much, but they can also cool down an…

Steve MangekianJune 29, 2021

Home Maintenance

Do Outdoor Faucet Covers Work

When winter comes, especially here in the Northeast, it is important that we are ready. Not just with making sure the HVAC works or reversing the fans, but also that our outdoor faucets are ready. …

Steve MangekianFebruary 9, 2021