Even if you’ve never picked up a hammer or paint brush, you’ve probably watched a DIY home repair or improvement project unfold on TV. Things often start out a little messy, there’s usually snag or two along the way, but…
It’s one of the most frequently used fixtures in a home. And if it’s not doing its job, it can make life more than a little unpleasant. We’re talking about a toilet that won’t flush – an issue that can…
Some plumbing problems are easy to detect, like a dripping faucet or clogged toilet. Other issues, however, are more difficult to see, especially if you’re not exactly sure what to look for. Take a sewer line clog, for example. This…
We all know that scalding-hot showers, especially during the winter months, are damaging to your skin. But what is considered the “just right” temperature? According to most dermatologists, the ideal shower temperature is anywhere between 98°F and 104°F. Using lukewarm…
When you detect a new scent in your home, it’s kind of hard not to take notice. While some smells are pleasant, like freshly cut flowers or apple pie baking in the oven, others are less-than-pleasing and can be downright…
Murphy’s Law states that anything that can go wrong will go wrong. Not exactly a cheerful and positive thought, is it? Yet, it’s an adage that speaks to the importance of being prepared for anything – good or bad. Like…
Of all the things you have on your mind throughout the course of one day, your water heater probably isn’t one of them. Truth is, most people don’t give much thought to their water heater until it starts acting up.…
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to gather with family and friends, feast on delicious food, watch football or the Thanksgiving Day parade, and simply enjoy the holiday season. But all the hustle and bustle can also bring with it some…
What helps you feel comfortable and relaxed as you settle in for the night? Perhaps it’s your favorite TV show, a good book, or a hot cup of tea. What about the temperature in the room? While people don’t give…
A well-maintained and properly cared for furnace can provide up to 15 years of trusty service. With routine preventive maintenance like the kind performed by the pros at Eagle Service Company, it may last even longer. Yet even with the…
