The hazardous waste produced in a residential environment can be diverse, and proper disposal is important in maintaining the aesthetics and safety of your home. Basically, this category of waste refers to any substance with injurious or toxic properties that will affect human beings, animals, plumbing systems and the general environment. There are different disposal methods to consider for hazardous waste management in the home setting. The common options include using city council bins, dropping off waste in designated disposal sites and even hiring a specialty waste bin for projects like renovation and spring cleaning. [Read More]

An electric deep fryer is a beautiful thing, but dealing with the old grease can be tricky. Luckily, there are ways to own an electric deep fryer, enjoy all the fried delicious food you want and never clog up your drains. Here are some tips to help: 1. Never pour old grease down the drain. Grease creates an oily buildup on your pipes, and if it solidifies at room temperature (which many types of grease do), it can clog your drains. [Read More]

When you have plumbing problems at home, it can be difficult knowing if it is something that can wait a few days or if you need emergency assistance. There are definitely some situations where it is worth calling an emergency plumber, even in the middle of the night or over the weekend. Here are four plumbing situations that can be considered emergencies. Flooding in the Basement If you have flooding in the basement or anywhere else in your home, you need to call a plumber right away. [Read More]

Although a home's roof is what provides primary protections against the changing weather patterns, homeowners rarely take the time to regularly inspect their roof so as to ensure that it is in good condition. As such, when roof repairs start to crop up, it is because the problems has been left unabated for a significant period of time. To avoid major expenses in the form of rood replacement, you should always keep an eye out for warning signs of impeding roof repairs. [Read More]