Most of the wiring found in homes is coated in plastic and this is standard and common practice. However, homes built in the 1950s-70s or even rewired during that time used cloth wiring. This is…
Steve MangekinMay 10, 2021
You just came in from a hard day at work and you are ready to get into your oasis to soak. The water is at the level you need and you turn the bathtub faucet.…
Steve MangekinApril 7, 2021
Hot tubs are great to have as an addition to your back patio or deck. They are cheaper than a swimming pool and give you a place to relax and chill. Some people will add…
Steve MangekinMarch 25, 2021
Many people who live in rural areas have a water well and septic system. Both need an inspection and maintenance. The EPA estimates that over 13 million households have private wells for water. Health and…
Steve MangekinMarch 5, 2021
When you are purchasing a building or commercial property, you want to make sure you know the condition of all major structural and mechanical components. A building can have expensive issues that show up after…
Steve MangekinFebruary 24, 2021
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 MangekinFebruary 9, 2021
Joint compound and spackle look a lot alike and many people think they work the same. Yes, they are both used in the home for wall repair, fixing imperfections, or construction. But how do you…
Steve MangekinJanuary 21, 2021
There is a lot of thought that goes into buying a commercial building. Questions you may ask yourself are, what are my plans for it? Will I be occupying the property or is going to…
Steve MangekinJanuary 15, 2021
Many homeowners choose to put a window AC unit in specific rooms in their home to keep the room cooler. Some homeowners will install them in parts of the house that stay too warm, even…
Steve MangekinDecember 21, 2020
