Tag: maintenance

  • Is Dog Poop Compostable?

    Is Dog Poop Compostable?

    by Cara @ Doggy Do Good The short answer is yes, dog waste is compostable, but there are necessary precautions you must take first to make sure you’re composting the waste properly. Recently we published a dog blog on reasons why you should pick up your dog’s poop. And the reasons are many. When dog waste…

  • Turn off your water thread in Nextdoor

    Turn off your water thread in Nextdoor

    I know this is not EVERY place in Texas, but this is what conversations are like on Nextdoor in our neighborhood.

  • Furnace Care

    Furnace Care

    How Often Should You Have Your Heater Inspected? The heater in your home is an essential part of both comfort and safety. Protecting the home from extreme cold temperatures in the winter months is something all homes should b equipped for. Of course, heaters are like any home appliance; they still need the occasional inspection…

  • Chimney Care

    Chimney Care

    6 Common Chimney Maintenance Tips Nothing beats enjoying your fireplace on a cold winter night. It’ll keep you warm and looks stunningly beautiful. However, if you don’t follow a few chimney maintenance tips, it might not be safe to use your fireplace. Maintaining your fireplace and chimney is crucial to keeping your home safe when using your…

  • AC Inspections

    AC Inspections

    Air conditioner inspection basics Before we dive into AC inspection basics, here’s our preventative maintenance checklist for the cooling season (PDF download). Take a look at it to get a sense of what ought to happen when an HVAC technician performs your inspection. At the most basic, fundamental level, an annual AC inspection and preventative maintenance visit…

  • How to Eliminate & Prevent Mildew on Hydroponic Plants

    One plant in your hydroponic system gathering mold or mildew can mean the difference between a blooming, blossoming harvest and an unhealthy, sick garden. Don’t ignore the speckles of dusty mildew on your plants—do your part to fix the problem and keep it from getting worse. Acting quickly to save your harvest from algae, mildew,…