This is the month of love and our loyal customers have shown us some love with their testimonials about our customer service, plumbing service, HVAC service and bathroom remodeling.
"When my garbage disposal started leaking I knew who to call...I just didn't know how I would ever find the time to be home so Maeser could make the necessary repairs. Not only did they work around my complicated schedule, they were on time, explained everything including all of my options, and worked in a very efficient manner. Their technicians are always professional and polite! I know Maeser will always be there for me when I need them - just as they always have!" - K.M.
"Tim was very thorough, definitely knowledgeable of HVAC work and duties, concentrated attention on details of the system, and provided explicit information re any questions that I asked of him. The total professional! As a matter of fact, I am going to request him when I make my appointment for Fall service." - Bernie
"I have my A/C serviced annually, so when my sink decided to stop working properly I called Maeser. The service tech arrived on time and promptly completed the job. He ensured the area was clean prior to leaving as well as providing tips to prevent future sink "back-ups." I will continue to use Maeser for my plumbing and A/C needs." - Stephanie
"Technicians were very professional and willing to discuss various solutions. It was clear their goal was a great customer experience." - Brian
"This was a great experience. Setting up an appointment was very easy and the person on the phone was very nice. The gentleman that came to my home was very professional, even using shoe booties so he didn't track in dirt. While fixing my furnace, he was explaining what he was doing, the importance of maintenance and the why behind it. He was very nice to my wife and their price was very reasonable compared to other companies I had shopped before making my selection." - John
"My husband and I hired Maeser to completely gut and remodel our master bath. We shopped several competitors before deciding to work with Maeser. I can't tell you how pleased we were with the results, the entire process and the level of service we received. The bath looks wonderful, the quality and attention to detail were above and beyond. Likely the best tile job we have ever seen and my husband knows his stuff!" - Brandy
Thanks for the love!!
Turning your thermostat up may keep you warm through all of this winter's bitter cold, but it may leave your indoor air less than ideal. Over-dry air can be unhealthy and can have damaging effects on your body and your home. House temperature is just one factor in your family's total home comfort; humidity is also a factor that must be considered.
With over-dry air, your family may experience a sore throat, cracked, dry skin, nose bleeds, dryness in your nose, static shocks, plus it may aggravate asthma or allergy issues. Medical experts reveal that viruses thrive in a low-humidity environment making you more susceptible to the flu, the common cold and upper respiratory infections. And did you know it could also reek havoc on your home in the form of cracking or splitting wood floors, molding, trim and furniture, plus chipping plaster and paint? Putting moisture back into the air is essential and daily activities such as showering, doing laundry and cooking isn't enough.
A whole-house humidifier can increase your family's comfort level and protect your valuable furnishings by emitting just the right amount of moisture to the air. This makes you feel more comfortable so you can lower the thermostat setting a few degrees. You will stay comfortable with the lowered temperature due to the fact that humid air feels warmer. This could save you up to 4% on your utility bill for every degree you lower your thermostat, according to the EPA. Our humidifiers can adjust from winter to summer to supply just the right amount of moisture.
A humidifier would be added to your new or existing central heating and cooling system. You will not have to carry a humidifier from room to room because the whole-house humidifier delivers the moisture to every room in the house.
Maeser has the expertise to diagnose and remove air quality problems so you and your family can enjoy a healthy indoor environment. So if you are experiencing complications due to over-dry air, call the Home Comfort Experts. We can give you a free estimate on the installation of a whole-house humidifier.
The ebb and flow of our economy can keep us on financial edge. We know an occasional downturn will occur, it is just a matter of time. Of course, this is what happened in 2008, which they are calling the worst depression since the Great Depression of the 1920s. Real estate seemed to be hit harder than other industries and for years now, people have had to stay in their homes instead of moving to larger homes or to a preferred location. Now that our economy is flowing again, real estate prices are starting to improve and some consumers are ready to make the decision whether to move out of their home or to invest in their home.
If you love the neighborhood in which you live, but your living space is inconvenient or has flaws, consider remodeling your home's architectural shortcomings. Money magazine suggests that remodeling away your home's flaws can cost tens of thousands of dollars less than moving to another home. You avoid moving costs, realtor fees and the headache of packing and unpacking.
One consideration may be a half bathroom. Some two-story homes lack a bathroom on the first floor requiring guests and older folks to climb the stairs to the second floor. Not only is this inconvenient, it also invades your privacy. Money magazine suggests turning an under stairs cubby, large closet or pantry into a half bathroom. All that is required is a space as small as four feet by four feet or three feet by five feet. You could also build new walls to carve the space out of a porch, back foyer or hallway. To keep the cost at a minimal, Maeser suggests putting the new bathroom close to existing plumbing, such as below the kitchen, other bathroom or next to, above or below the laundry room.
Maeser's Home Comfort experts can give you great ideas on the most economical way to add a half bathroom or enlarge an already existing one. Plus, they can help you decide on fixtures, lighting, tile, cabinets, flooring, exhaust fans, and so much more. They can handle your project from start to finish so you don't have the stress of calling different subcontractors to handle different aspects of your bathroom project. Let Maeser help you increase your property value while making it more convenient for you and your family.
As commercial bathroom remodelers, Maeser knows how important it is to make a bathroom convenient, accessible, comfortable and durable. We make sure the bathroom has a viable flow pattern so people can move easily around the room without bumping into other people or stall doors. We also make sure all ADA guidelines are met for handicap accessibility, including properly installed grab bars, clear floor space to accommodate a wheel chair, the appropriate handicap lavatory and toilet and touch-free or motion-activated hand dryers.
Just because a commercial bathroom has to be highly functional and easy to maintain, doesn't mean it has to be devoid of style. Whether the project is for a school, hotel chain, supermarket or rest area restrooms, Maeser can comply with the guidelines while adding style and class.
Commercial remodeling projects we have had the pleasure to work on include: Thorntons Food and Grocery Gas Stations, DeSales High School, St. Gabriel Catholic School, etc.
Maeser can start your commercial remodeling project with your design or we can help you design a plan that will meet the needs of those who will be using it. We’ll lead you through the renovation process from start to finish and make the process simple, affordable and fast! We can take care of every aspect of your commercial bathroom remodel with a
beautiful custom-quality bathroom design giving you exceptional customer service and knowledgeable assistance throughout the entire process. Plus, we only use suppliers that focus on reliability and inspire style and we only use top quality fixtures and products.
We are truly a one-stop source for your commercial bathroom. We provide everything you need including a custom design, all materials, carpentry, plumbing, fixtures and other skills required to remodel your bathroom quickly and cost effectively.
What we provide:
- Custom design layout to fit your budget and your customers' needs and wants.
- Demolition, construction and repair
- Project coordination and management of all aspects of the project
- Selection and installation of fixtures, cabinetry, flooring, lighting, drywall and painting
Trust this family-owned company that has serviced the Louisville, Kentucky area since 1975. Call today to receive a free estimate from one of our Home Comfort Specialists.
Maeser Master Services | Joni Crume
It is a rapidly changing world with inventions and innovations that have inspired people to create bigger, better or faster inventions and innovations. Technology is the first thought that may come to your mind, however plumbing has an impressive innovation timeline. Mankind has come a long way from the stone toilets in Egypt in 2100 B.C. and the lead bathtubs in Greece in 432 B.C.
As they say, necessity is the mother of invention and when health and hygiene became a bigger concern, it became necessary to alleviate bacteria and illnesses and plumbing technology advanced. Indoor toilets were no longer luxury items, lead pipes were switched to copper and PVC and at the end of the 18 century, sanitary plumbing was studied with a concentration on water supply, drainage, waste disposal and sewage. Bathtubs became the rule instead of the exception after World War l.
Today, plumbing advancement has been transformed in ways we never would have thought possible even a few decades ago. For instance, taking disease prevention a step farther, touchless or automatic fixtures allow users to run their hands under a faucet to produce the flow of water. Toilets have become so advanced that they can sense a user has completed their business and will flush automatically, therefore keeping the user from touching an otherwise bacteria-laden flusher. This also saves thousands of gallons of water every year, making this plumbing advancement economically and environmentally beneficial as well. Waterless urinals are becoming more popular in public restrooms, however, they are available for home use too. The waterless urinals look like regular urinals but don't have a pipe for water intake, don't flush and drain by gravity.
Other innovations that make our lives more convenient and economically efficient include:
- Low-flow shower heads, which reduce household water consumption without hampering the shower experience.
- Video inspection technology that allows the technician to view the source of a clog or obstruction in a drain or sewer line.
- Hot water recirculation systems mean a homeowner will get hot water instantly, thus, saving cold water and money from going down the drain.
- The garbage disposal is an invention that makes cleaning up after a meal more convenient and less messy.
Over the next century, the advancements to plumbing will probably be mind boggling. Rest assured, the plumbing innovators will make it their mission to use water more efficiently, reduce or eliminate water needed to remove waste, a more efficient way to heat water, more efficient irrigation systems and so much more. These innovations may change the way the world lives and improve sanitation facilities around the world.
So today we would like to raise our glass of sparkling, clean water and toast the plumber.
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http://www.bizjournals.com/sanantonio/stories/2006/10/09/focus5.html?page=all
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Maeser Master Services | Joni Crume
With the beauty of Spring comes the beginning of the "hay fever" season. According to MedicineNet.com, hay fever affects 30% of Americans and over $1 billion is spent to treat the symptoms. Millions of work and school days are lost because of the discomfort of this disorder. In 2011, AAFA listed Louisville as the second city in their Spring Allergy Capitals' list. The billion dollar question is, what are we allergic to and how do we prevent hay fever?
If you are a typical allergy sufferer with sneezing, watery eyes, runny nose, nasal congestion or headaches, the best possible way to avoid hay fever is to avoid the allergens that cause your symptoms to begin with. Easier said than done, right? It is not possible to avoid breathing.
And what about allergens that aren't seasonally related, such as dust, tobacco smoke, pet dander or chemical vapors from gas ovens, space heaters, water heaters, furnaces, carpets, fireplaces, garages, cleaning products, furniture, paint, etc.? EPA studies indicate indoor air pollution is two to five times higher than outdoor levels because it is recycled over and over, trapping dust, pollen, smoke, mold, pet dander and more. Many of the particles polluting the air in your home are so small that you don’t even see them, but they can have a big impact on your family’s health and quality of life.
What can you do?
It is possible to remove airborne contaminants with a Fresh-Aire UV APCO. The APCO unit is installed in the ductwork of the central air system. As the air is circulated, mold, germs, and viruses are sterilized by a UV light and airborne microbes and volatile organic compounds (odor molecules) are captured. Scientific studies have shown that UV light can kill 99.9% of microbes after 24 hours.
Enjoy your Spring this year and keep your family's health in mind by being aware of the quality of your indoor air. Maeser has indoor air-quality technicians that have the expertise to diagnose and remove air quality problems so you and your family can enjoy clean air and a healthy indoor environment.
http://www.medicinenet.com/hay_fever/article.htm
http://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-03-2011/worst-cities-for-spring-allergies.html
Maeser Master Services / Joni Crume
Springtime is a beautiful time of year with flowers popping their heads up above ground and longer daylight to do more things outside. But with spring comes the anticipated spring showers, which can be good and it can be bad. Regardless, it is a good idea to plan for the upcoming deluge of precipitation. Whether the main concern is a deteriorating sump pump, a flooded basement or sewer back up, maintenance and preventative actions are always the best measures to take.
Maeser recommends checking into two voluntary programs that MSD offers to reduce basement backups and remove improper connections to the sewer system. MSD will install backflow prevention devices in the Louisville homes of customers who have experienced a sewer-related backup in their basement or live in an area with a history of wet-weather basement backups. In addition, these programs protect the community’s streams from overflows of untreated sewage.
There is no charge if the property owner is qualified!
Maeser works with MSD on both the Basement Backflow Prevention Program and the Sump Pump/Downspout Disconnection Program to prevent a springtime mishap, so rest assured the job will get done with expert technicians.
If a flooded basement or sewer back-up is of concern, call Maeser to get details about how to participate in these voluntary programs at (502) 206-4192 or call MSD customer relation's line at (502) 206-4192.
Sewer & drain line cleaning, repair and replacement
The sewer line from the house to the city’s main sewer line in the street must be maintained by the homeowner. Maeser’s professional plumbers are drain and sewer line experts and will thoroughly remove clogs and debris from your kitchen and bathroom all the way to the sewer line, plus identify any issues before they become major problems. We use a high-resolution video camera to find areas in the pipes that may be cracked, broken or clogged and fix the problem with minimal impact on your house and yard.
Call Maeser for a free estimate on sewer-line cleaning or repair.
Maeser services / Joni Crume
Remodeling your bathroom for convenience, comfort, to update old plumbing, to enlarge for a growing family or to create a bathroom from a hall closet are great ideas. Plus, modernizing your bathroom could potentially increase its resale value. However, one home improvement that many home owners don’t think about is making the bathroom accessible for age-related physical challenges. Some of these modifications could be extensive, while others are just simple fixes.
Here are some ideas to consider when taking on a bathroom remodeling project.
• Make sure the door way is wide enough to accommodate a wheel chair.
• Convert a step-in shower to a curb-less shower allowing roll-in access.
• Consider installing two shower heads: one for someone standing, the other for someone sitting.
• Install a walk-in tub
• Make sure the lighting is efficient to ensure safety
• Consider non-skid flooring
• Switch to scald-proof water fixtures with easy to use knobs
• Install a comfort height toilet and vanity
• Add decorator grab bars in the form of towel racks, toilet roll holders, soap dish, etc.
• Install a cooling capacity medicine cabinet for medications requiring refrigeration.
Modifying your bathroom for convenience, safety and beauty doesn’t have to be expensive, or time consuming. Thinking ahead to potential physical challenges can make it possible for you or a loved one to enjoy independent living for years to come. Whether your budget is small or large, it’s important to determine which modifications may benefit you and your family now and in the foreseeable future.
If your goal for 2013 is to remodel your bathroom or to make aging-in-place modifications, consider the experts that are Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists (CAPS) by the National Home Builders Association. We can show you how your bathroom can be safe and easy to use, yet still beautiful and welcoming for everyone.
Take a clean break from indoor air pollution.
The good news is, a winterized home is sealing out the wind and cold; the bad news is, it may be sealing in common pollutants. In fact, research indicates that interior air may be more polluted than outdoor air even in major cities. This issue is easy to resolve with regular maintenance and simple procedures in order to keep your indoor air fresh as the outdoors – actually, fresher!
Here are a few tips on giving your home a clean bill of health. They can also save money on house cleaning, your appliances’ longevity, and best of all, doctor bills.
Make sure your chimney is clean and the fireplace flue is wide open during cozy fires. Also, have inspections for proper venting and air intake to help prevent back-drafting with carbon monoxide and particle pollutants. Have the chimney inspected yearly.
Use exhaust fans in the kitchen and with the dryer. Gas appliances may emit carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide. Unvented gas stoves can release formaldehyde. Warning: A persistent yellow-tipped flame usually indicates pollutant emissions from stove burners and space heaters. Adjust the burner so the flame tip is blue.
Don’t smoke indoors. If you smoke, go outdoors. It’ll clear the air of the smell and yellow dinge left by tobacco smoke, not to mention make your home more pleasant.
Use exhaust fans in the bathroom. This helps prevent mold and mildew.
Test for radon. This naturally occurring gas can cause cancer, but it’s relatively easy to vent and prevent. Any home can have radon. Call your contractor or state radon office for an inspection or inspection kit.
Have central air conditioning and ducts inspected yearly. This can be a breeding ground for mold and other biological contaminants if they aren’t properly maintained.
Change furnace filters monthly. You’ll increase the life and efficiency of your heater and enjoy better air quality.
Have plumbing inspected by a professional. Leaking water often means mold and mildew.
Regularly clean the humidifier. This can become a breeding ground for bacteria.
Use a dehumidifier in the basement. Also, clean and disinfect the basement floor drain regularly.
Immediately clean or dispose of water damaged materials. Scrub any mold off hard surfaces with detergent and water, then dry it completely. You may have to throw out porous materials, from carpet to ceiling tiles. Never paint or caulk moldy areas. Clean it and dry it!
Ventilate the attic and crawl spaces. You’ll help prevent moisture buildup and the chance for mold.
Pressed wood products should be “exterior-grade.” Particleboard and plywood paneling may release formaldehyde. However the gas weakens with age. Keep rooms with new pressed wood products cool and dry.
Change dry cleaners if your clothes have a chemical odor. Dry cleaners try to recapture and reuse perchloroethylene to save money. Long-term exposure may affect health.
Don’t idle the car in the garage. A major carbon monoxide producer.
Have your home tested.
Test for mold, carbon monoxide, radon, and anything unique to your neighborhood.
Keeping these tips in mind will help you breathe easier this winter and keep your family safe and healthy for the cold months that are ahead of us.
Maeser / Joni Crume