Energy Star equipment tax credits for residential homeowners were extended by the IRS through December 31, 2021. Taxpayers who make qualifying home improvements before the end of 2021 can claim a tax credit when they file their 2021 tax returns. Included in the eligible tax credits are certain HVAC systems that meet specific qualifying requirements […]

Most homeowners in Texas will have trees on their property to help provide shade, especially on those hot summer days. However, while trees provide shade, they can cause problems with your home’s water and sewer pipes. If you are a property developer or invest in property through resources such as Lincoln Frost, for example, and […]

As a homeowner, it’s important to know how to prevent water damage in your home. Water damage does more than make things wet. Excess moisture on any surface can lead to mold and mildew, and some can be harmful to your health. Water damage can also cost tens of thousands of dollars to fix. Unfortunately […]

It is not uncommon for people to interchangeably use toilet paper and facial tissues. For example, they might use toilet paper to blow their nose when tissues are not handy. They may use facial tissues to wipe when they run out of toilet paper. However, there are some key differences between the two and the […]

Do you have drains that seem to drain slower and slower each time you use them? Slowly draining water is a sign a clog is forming somewhere in the drain lines. The clog could form in the “U” trap under the sink, shower, or tub, or it could develop much farther down the line or […]

If you’re thinking of throwing lemon peels in garbage disposal drains or using a drain cleaner chemical to unclog pipes, you might want to think again: Some of the most popular home plumbing tips might damage your pipes! The most common plumbing myths often involve unclogging kitchen drains and sinks. While using a drain cleaner […]

Toilet clogs can occur for a variety of reasons. You could use too much toilet paper. Your toddler could flush toys down the toilet. You or someone in your home could be flushing things that are not meant to be flushed. Even your sewer pipe outside your home could be damaged or have tree roots […]

Most homes have heating and air conditioning systems installed. These might be a split system where one part is the furnace and the other part the central air conditioner. They could be a packaged system that functions as an air conditioner in the summer and a heating system in the winter. Since you essentially have […]

HVAC systems can consist of different configurations—packaged systems, split systems, heat pumps, and window units. The average lifespan for most systems is between 15 to 20 years. This is not to say that a system could fail before 15 years or that you could have a system that lasts more than 20 years. Some people […]

How do you choose the best plumber for your home or business? When a plumbing emergency arises, you will want the best plumber for the job, not just the nearest plumber or a local handyman. There are many things to check and questions to ask before you hire a professional plumber, which can be hard […]