Home & Garden

Energy loss

Summer is here with temperatures in the high 90’s and heart beating through our windows, robbing the rooms of precious cool air. Did you know that as much as 50% of our heating & cooling energy is lost through our windows?

Tips to consider before going on vacation

Tips to consider before going on vacation

Many homeowners are going to hit the road this upcoming summer to enjoy vacation away from their homes – whether it’s visiting family, heading to the beach, or going to a national park or camping trip.

The right amount of light

By definition, light is something that makes vision possible. Light can affect your mood and enhance your surroundings; but what can you do in a room where there is too much light? 

Make your window treatments the focal point

When it comes to window treatments, they should be a focal point in any room. If you don’t want bare or uninteresting, add a layer over your blinds, shades, or shutters. Layering can be done in a variety of ways.

What’s hot in the world of window treatments?

I like to watch Home Remodeling and Real Estate type TV shows. What I see there reflects the latest in design trends in new construction and remodeling in our area. The minimal look & feel predominates.

Should you be concerned about having lead in your tap water?

Should you be concerned about having lead in your tap water?

By Melvin Music, Owner, Allgood Plumbing, Electric Heating & Cooling

Due to the high levels of lead in the Flint, Michigan water crisis fallout, many people are concerned and are wondering if there is lead in their own tap water.

Why should I tune-up my air conditioner?

Why should I tune-up my air conditioner?

Spring time is the best time get your A/C Tune Up! As a homeowner, we use this opportunity for perfect weather to do long awaited Spring Cleaning, we de-clutter our homes, prune the trees and shrubs in our yards, start getting the garden and flowerbeds ready and check items off repair items on our “to-do lists” after a long winter.