7 Tips to Protect Your Plumbing From Freezing This Winter
Ahh Omaha winters… The perfect time of year for cozy fireplaces, warm scarves, hot chocolate, and taking extra precautions to protect your plumbing! If you’ve spent a winter in a snowy town, you already know just how dangerous cold weather can be for your pipes. The lower the temperature drops, the higher your risk of frozen plumbing, burst pipes, and a flooded basement, attic, or garage. But with a bit of foresight, an eye on the forecast, and these 7 handy tips, you can stop this emergency plumbing repair before it starts. Follow these 7 simple tips to keep your [...]
Hunger Action Month: It’s Time for Happy Homes and Fed Families
September is Hunger Action Month— our opportunity to unite in the fight against hunger. Hunger Action Month is an initiative launched by Feeding America, the largest hunger-relief organization in the nation. Every September, Feeding America partners with hundreds of food banks and thousands of Americans to restock pantries nationwide, just in time for winter. At Burton, we take every opportunity we can get to serve and support this local community. And Hunger Action Month is no different. That’s why we’re bringing back our annual hunger-fighting special for the 4th year in a row: This September, a $55 Furnace Inspection and [...]
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 and cons of an electric furnace. An electric furnace is usually cheaper and easier to install. It will run more quietly than a gas furnace and is likely to last longer. There’s no risk of a carbon monoxide leak, so they’re safer to operate. The [...]
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 wallet will thank you in the long run. That’s right, your classic furnace is likely burning a hole in your energy budget. But new heaters are more energy-efficient than ever, so less gas and heat are wasted every time you crank up the temp. A [...]
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 the necessary skill it takes to complete the job and revitalize your home's piping systems. Due to the skill requirements, this is far from a DIY task and will take time, patience, and investment. Before going all. in, how can you be as sure as [...]
Money-Saving Water Heater Tips
Did you know water heaters consume about 17% of the total energy of your home? That quite a hefty percentage. But do not fret. We have some helpful tips for how to save money on your next bill! Burton’s Best Water Heater Tips Lower The Temperature Check your water heater setting. The higher the temperature, the more power is needed. When you buy a water heater, the default setting is usually around 140F. However, most households can reduce the setting to be a more comfortable 120F. This reduction consumes 3%-5% less electricity and can significantly reduce your heating bills over [...]
Why You Should Install a Whole House Water Filtration System
The repetition of water usage is so baked into our daily lives we rarely contemplate it. Busy routines and household chores leave little time to question what is lurking in our water. However, there are many key warning signs you might be brushing off that need to be addressed. A few symptoms of contaminated water that need attention are: 1.Dry hair and skin 2.Faded clothes 3.Mineral buildup around faucets and showerheads 4.A filmy haze on your drinking glass If you notice any of these side effects, consider calling a Burton professional to install a whole house water filtration system. A [...]
Why You Should Drink Less Bottled Water
Each year, 8.6 billion plastic bottles of water are purchased in the U.S., and about 80% of them are NOT recycled. There’s reason number one to think about cutting back on your bottled water intake, especially if you haven’t fully mastered the art of recycling. Or how about that little matter pf bottled water’s alleged purity. Uh, not so much. In fact, the next time you see a bottled water company TV commercial touting “fresh, clean water,” you have our permission to roll your eyes and say “Yeah, right!” Because at least 40% of the time, that advertising claim is [...]
Why You Should Drink More Water.
You’ve heard this advice from doctors, friends, and family members time and again: drink more water. And while most of us know that it takes 8-9 glasses of water a day to remain hydrated, many of us don’t really understand the health consequences of not drinking enough water. So put down that can of soda, pour yourself a nice refreshing glass of water, and read on. Healthier Skin – Water helps flush out toxins from the body and can reduce the risk of pimples. Plus, it’s cheaper than any acne treatment you can find. Weight Loss – Looking to drop [...]
Benefits of an Under-Sink Water Filter
Did you know that 96% of all home drinking water in the US contains at least some level of contamination? And that goes for city and well water alike. If, for example, you have well water, your underground water supply is an open target for pesticides, radon, lead, industrial contaminants, and all sorts of other “undesirables”. Even your treated city water contains at least some level of chlorine; this highly toxic chemical is used to kill off bacteria. At higher-than-acceptable levels, chlorine can cause a large number of ill health effects, including airway irritation, wheezing, skin and eye irritation, and [...]