The most common water sources in the United States are municipal water treatment plants or wells. While some aesthetic contaminants are easier to see or smell, some are not. Chlorine taste and smell are a common concern for many city water residents. Most water supplies add chlorine to disinfect water and kill disease-causing germs like Salmonella, Campylobacter, and … [Read more...] about How to Save Money on Your Home’s Water Filters
Homeowners
How to Have Healthy, Clean Air in Your Home
Winter is a time when many of us will spend more time indoors than any other time of year. That’s why it is so important to make sure that the air in your home is safe and healthy for you and your family. Indoor air is 5x more polluted than outdoor air. Many things can affect the air quality in your home. According to the EPA, the biggest contributors to poor indoor air … [Read more...] about How to Have Healthy, Clean Air in Your Home
Do You Need a Humidifier for Your Baby?
Having a sick baby is stressful, especially when they are too young for any medications, syrups, or drops. If your baby is suffering from a heavy cough or cold, a humidifier will help relieve any symptoms that your baby may have. A dad of a 9-month-old reached out to us asking for humidifier recommendations for his baby. Here is what he said: My baby is 9 months old, and … [Read more...] about Do You Need a Humidifier for Your Baby?
A Homeowner’s Guide to Improving Indoor Air Quality
With summer temperatures rising, more families are planning to spend their free time inside. However, staying indoors doesn’t always mean that you can avoid allergy-causing particles. If your home is full of dust, dander, mold spores, or other irritants, you should take the opportunity to do some maintenance and repairs to help improve indoor air quality. Below are six ways … [Read more...] about A Homeowner’s Guide to Improving Indoor Air Quality
Ice Maker Troubleshooting Tips
It’s nice to have a refrigerator that makes ice— until it doesn’t. There can be a few different reasons why your ice maker might have stopped working. We’re going to address a few common ice maker issues you might run into and a few ice maker troubleshooting tips. Here are a few common ice maker problems: Waterline malfunction or setting Water inlet valve issue … [Read more...] about Ice Maker Troubleshooting Tips