Sometimes it’s a question of affordability, other Homewood times a matter of sheer common sense. The subject? Your monthly electricity bill. And there’s no time of the year when it’s higher than during the air conditioning season. If you have…
People here in North Central Alabama have a wide range of opinions as to what constitutes “a good day.” Anything from breaking 80 in a round of golf to watching your favorite college football team carry the day to hooking…
Imagine being asked to compete in a triathlon with no warning, no training, and no time to prepare physically or mentally. Depending on your physical condition, you might be able to pull it off. But would you be at your…
Earth Day is right around the corner: Tuesday, April 22nd to be exact. An event currently observed by over 1 billion people each year. And while the “green movement” seems to be in full swing everywhere you look, sometimes it’s…
If your home is on a street with a natural gas main but you’re not yet connected, this blog is especially for you. In our experience, most home owners make that decision when it’s time to replace their water heater…
We see the commercials all the time. Someone sprinkling baking soda into a litter box or on a carpet to freshen and eliminate odors. Or those touting the cleaning power of baking soda toothpaste or laundry detergent. The truth is,…
Is your home like opening night for the latest blockbuster movie? Except instead of long lines to buy tickets, you have people lining up in and near the bathroom to take a shower before heading off in their separate directions?…
Whether it’s a slow, silent leak that goes unnoticed for months, or a gush of water from a frozen and burst pipe, the damage to your home and valuables caused by water can be devastating. And while the mess can…
Did you know that more home fires occur during the winter months than any other season? Between the additional time spent indoors, more cooking and baking, and the need to keep our families warm, it’s no surprise that the United…
Chances are, your pots and pans end up coated with a layer of fat, oil, or grease (also called FOG) several times a week. And as tempting as it may be to just pour that greasy mess down the drain,…
