The holiday season has a way of breathing new life into our routines as we make time for loved ones and plan festive gatherings. It’s a season filled with possibility — a time to turn up the cozy vibes at home and, for many, an opportunity to bring that holiday spirit outdoors with beautiful Christmas […]

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With energy costs and inflation rising to the highest levels in decades, many Lynchburg families are looking for ways to save energy this winter. The good news is there are many steps you can take to conserve energy and reduce heat loss in your home. Here are five simple ways to reduce your heating bill […]

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What Causes Low Water Pressure? Solutions To Improve Water Flow in Your Home There are several possible causes of low water pressure in a home, and the fixes can range from simple plumbing fixture upgrades to more complex water supply upgrades. Here are some helpful tips to diagnose and solve some of the most common […]

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Is a Heat Pump Good For Heating a Home In Virginia?   With rising natural gas costs, many Lynchburg area homeowners are wondering whether an energy efficient heat pump can replace their gas furnace. In many cases the answer is yes. Our mild winters mean that a heat pump can provide effective heating for your […]

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  5 Problems Caused By Hard Water Hard water is water that contains a high amount of dissolved mineral content. When ground water percolates through layers of limestone, chalk or gypsum, it can end up containing high levels of calcium, magnesium carbonates and bicarbonates. Hard water in the home can cause many problems. Some are […]

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Preventing Kitchen Drain Problems Most kitchen drain clogs occur gradually over time as grease and food waste slowly accumulates. As the pipe narrows you may notice that sinks take longer to empty, or that there are gurgling sounds. These are the early signs of a clogged drain that you should not ignore. Thankfully, you can […]

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5 Popular Plumbing Myths There are many things we do around the home simply out of tradition or because they are considered helpful advice by so many people. When it comes to plumbing, some of this advice can actually be more harmful than helpful to your home’s plumbing system. How many of these tips do […]

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  What Causes Drinking Water Contamination? Water quality is an important consideration for homeowners in the Greater Lynchburg area. Whether you get your drinking water from a well or your local municipal water system, it’s important to regularly test your water to ensure it’s safe and healthy to consume. Even if there are no noticeable […]

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There are many areas of the home that can benefit from improved ventilation. Do you find that you’re opening windows in a bathroom that gets too steamy? Does your kitchen get so smoky it sets off your smoke alarms? Does your living room have high ceilings that make it too cold in the winter and […]

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  7 Electrical Hazards Around the Home Electricity causes around 50,000 residential fires and kills or injures thousands every year in the U.S. Thankfully, most electrical hazards around the home are easy to avoid by using common sense and ensuring that outdated electrical systems are updated to the latest electrical code requirements. Here are a […]

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