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Here’s How to Vet Plumbing Services in Omaha
So say the inevitable happens and you find yourself frantically searching for plumbing services in Omaha. When bad turns to worse, you need a plumbing service that will get the job done right. ASAP. But just because you need emergency plumbing help (like, yesterday) doesn’t mean you should just call the first number in the [...]
Leaky Pipes? Here’s Why You Should Call a Home Plumber!
Leaky pipes may seem like nothing more than a minor annoyance. But at the first sign of a drip, drip, drip, it’s time to call an expert home plumber. Here’s why: It’s not the leak you can see that’s the problem, it’s the one you can’t see. Behind your wall, in your floors, or in [...]
SHOULD YOU UPGRADE TO A GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP SYSTEM?
Geothermal heat pump system. It’s a big name with an even bigger environmental and savings potential. Geothermal systems harness the power of underground energy. By pumping a water-based solution through a maze of underground pipes, the system efficiently gets rid of the excess heat or cold in your home. In the coldest of Omaha winters, [...]
DECIDING BETWEEN A GAS OR ELECTRIC FURNACE? READ THIS FIRST.
Choosing between a new gas or electric furnace can feel a bit like buying a new car. Do you go for the better gas mileage or the lower maintenance costs? Cup holders or heated seats? The short answer, in both car buying and furnace upgrading, is that it’s really a personal choice. Let’s talk pros [...]
5 REASONS A NEW HEATER IS WORTH IT THIS WINTER
What’s on your wishlist this winter? Probably not a new heater… but maybe it should be! While a new home heater isn’t exactly the most thrilling present, it is the gift that will keep on giving—year after year. We’ve got five great reasons you should make room on your gift list this year. Read on! Your [...]
Is It Time To Re-Pipe Your Home?
When it comes to home repair and maintenance there are few more daunting than the thought of re-piping your home. Far from a simple repair the complexity often warrants experts likely to charge a premium. Unfortunately, these renovations are a natural part of home ownership as the building ages. The high price tag comes from [...]
Should You Buy a Smart Thermostat?
In our modern era smart technology has become more common and more appealing to consumers. All around us, we have specialized technology making everyday tasks easier -including anything from smart cars to smart kitchen appliances. Among this ever growing and evolving industry are the thermostats, yes, specifically the smart ones. Let's break down the benefits [...]
4 EASY BATHROOM PLUMBING TIPS ANYONE CAN DO
Dear Burton, My wife and I just bought our first home. When we were renting, we had a landlord around to help with occasional bathroom plumbing issues. Now that we’re doing our own maintenance, what are some easy things we can do to keep our plumbing in good shape? - [...]
Tune Up Your Furnace Before You Need It
Dear Burton, My neighbors mentioned how they always get their furnace serviced in the fall, but I’m curious what the big deal is. Between back-to-school shopping and all our other expenses, why should I spend more to tune up my furnace if it worked fine last winter? Our house is only about 10 years old, [...]
3 Easy Seasonal Plumbing Service Tips for Fall
Feel that chill in the air? That basically means two things in Omaha—it’s Husker football season and it’s time to protect your pipes from being caught out in the cold. A plumbing service tip a day keeps the plumbing repairs away! Love a hot bubble bath? Better flush your water heater Throughout the year, your [...]
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