Posted on September 10th, 2018 by Melissa Wilson
Your water heater provides you with the comforts of modern life, but it can also feel sometimes like having a ticking time bomb in your house. You don’t know when it’ll go off, but it’s almost certain to be at a time that’s inconvenient for you. There is a way to prevent the mess and […]
Read MorePosted on September 10th, 2018 by Melissa Wilson
Your furnace and air conditioner aren’t the most expensive part of owning a house, but they represent some of the more common routine maintenance homeowners face. What’s more, they can dig a hole in your pocket pretty quickly if left neglected for too long. Regular maintenance is an important part of ensuring that your furnace […]
Read MorePosted on September 9th, 2018 by Melissa Wilson
How often have you said or heard someone else say that they don’t drink water because they don’t like how it tastes? Water filtration systems resolve this problem simply and completely by eliminating the elements that cause water to taste funny, but they don’t stop there. Using a water filtration system also enables you to […]
Read MorePosted on August 2nd, 2018 by Melissa Wilson
3 Tips To Make Your Home More Energy Efficient Whether it’s because you’re trying to cut costs or you just want to minimize your carbon footprint, improving your home’s energy efficiency is a lofty goal. There are many ways to do this and numerous checklists available online to help you in your journey, but sometimes […]
Read MorePosted on July 20th, 2017 by Melissa Wilson
Smart Products that Create a Smart Home We always seem to be in search of things that make our lives easier, more convenient, safer, healthier, more efficient or just more fun. Some have been around for awhile and are still worth mentioning and some are quite mind-blowing. There are gadgets, appliances and products that make […]
Read MorePosted on December 19th, 2016 by Melissa Wilson
A case for geothermal Regardless of the weather or season, the ground temperature is a consistent 55º. The ground beneath our feet is cooler than the summer air temperature and warmer than the winter air temperature, so using geothermal as a heat source allows the ground heat to be transferred to and from your home. […]
Read MorePosted on November 29th, 2016 by Melissa Wilson
Happy Clog-less Holiday We absolutely love the holidays! We get to see family and friends that we may not see everyday, get to prepare and eat holiday food that we may only eat once a year and we get to make amazing memories. But unfortunately, this is also the busiest time of the year for […]
Read MorePosted on August 3rd, 2016 by Melissa Wilson
Are you ready to have your toes in the sand or smell the fresh mountain air as you backpack through the mountains? You work so hard all year with your jobs and with your families, you need some rest and relaxation. So, whether you vacation in the summer, fall or you are a snow bird, […]
Read MorePosted on December 17th, 2015 by Melissa
As trees turn to the spectacular color fest that autumn brings, we are reminded that the holiday season is fast approaching. After the initial euphoric thoughts about great food, seasonal music and gift giving, panic sets in. You are expecting guests soon and your bathroom layout is planted firmly in the dark ages and you […]
Read MorePosted on October 14th, 2015 by Melissa
1. CHANGE YOUR FILTERS Dirty filters in your home’s heating system result in dirty air in your home. They also restrict the system’s air flow, reducing your heating system’s efficiency by up to 15%. 2. INSTALL A PROGRAMMABLE THERMOSTAT Installing a programmable thermostat in your home (and using it correctly!) can save you up to […]
Read MorePosted on May 14th, 2015 by Melissa
In 1975, Marvin and Mildred Maeser started their family-owned and operated plumbing business with a toolbox and a truck. Working out of their home, Marvin was the tradesman, and Mildred handled the books. Their partnership was successful, and now, forty years later, Marvin Maeser Plumbing is still proudly serving Louisville and the surrounding area. For […]
Read MorePosted on March 23rd, 2015 by Melissa
Have you ever said, “If only I had…(fill in the blank)…then none of this would have happened?” This blog is intended to minimize stress and cost and maximize efficiency and peace of mind. I am talking about your home’s emergency shut-off valves. If you had an emergency and needed to turn off your water, would […]
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