How to Install a Nest Thermostat in your Portland Home [Hassle-Free Guide]
Ready to tap into the magic of smart home living? Swapping out your old thermostat for a shiny new Google Nest Learning Thermostat can transform your home’s HVAC system! It’s
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How 2023 Washington Wildfires and Air Quality Impact Your Health
Washington State has seen an increase in devastating wildfires in recent years, scorching vast areas and blanketing the region in smoke. If you’re a homeowner in the greater Vancouver, WA
2023 Oregon Wildfires and Your Health: Indoor Air Quality Tips
Oregon has experienced an increase in destructive wildfires in recent years, burning millions of acres and spreading smoke throughout the state. And with a hot, dry season on the horizon,
Signs Your AC Needs Replacement
With certain things it’s easy to know when it’s time for a replacement. For example, the bristles on your toothbrush get scraggly or your brake pads start making a high-pitched
Summer is a Marathon, Not a Sprint: Get Your AC Ready for Warm Weather
Imagine being signed up for a marathon. The date is fast approaching and there’s little doubt in your mind that you’re going to run. Unfortunately, there is a problem. You’ve
Treacherous Trees: How Tree Roots Affect Your Sewer Line
Here in the Pacific Northwest, we like to think of trees as our friends and neighbors. After all, like a dear friend, they’re always there for you, and they give
Signs of an Underground Water Leak
Do you have creaking and gurgling noises coming from your basement? No, this isn’t the plot of a horror movie (although it may feel like it). This could actually be
Leaking Pipes: What to Avoid
Every day your pipes work to move waste out and transfer clean water in. The average home’s plumbing system works well enough that, at its very best, you hardly notice
How to Reduce Your Winter Heating Costs
Winter is here and the cold weather means it’s time to crank up your furnace and water heater – but that can mean skyrocketing utility bills. With already tight budgets