How to Inspect Your Sump Pump | Storms & Hurricanes

September 30, 2015 Boulden Brothers Leave a comment Blog

Tropical storm Joaquin has been upgraded to a category 1 hurricane, packing sustained winds of 75 mph. This could be one of the biggest storms since Hurricane Sandy, so it’s best to keep a close eye on its path. Here is the projected path hurricane Joaquin: Source: wunderground.com Whether we get hit with a major […]

Electrical Panel Maintenance

September 24, 2015 Boulden Brothers Leave a comment Blog

A properly working electrical panel is critical because it’s responsible for distributing power to all appliances and outlets/switches in the house. Your panel is constantly heating up and cooling down whenever an appliance is used. After 15 to 25 years, that expansion and contraction will inevitably take its toll. How do you know when it’s […]

First of Fall Home Maintenance: Get EmBOULDENed!

September 23, 2015 Boulden Brothers Leave a comment Blog

Happy First Day of Fall! The beginning of fall is the perfect time to take care of all the little projects around your house before it gets too cold! Winter is coming, and faster than you think. Take care of these indoor and outdoor fall home maintenance tasks to stay calm and comfy all fall […]

Why Are My House Lights Dimming?

September 18, 2015 Boulden Brothers Leave a comment Blog, Electrical

We’ve all seen it from time to time, that tell-tale dimming of the lights in a room. Usually there’s an action associated with it, such as running a microwave or a space heater, but then there are times when all of the house lights flicker or dim for no reason. Sometimes this depends on the […]

Garbage Disposal Usage Tips

September 17, 2015 Boulden Brothers Leave a comment Blog

Garbage disposals tend to fail without any warning. Once the electric motor stops working, it’s time to replace the unit. In the meantime, you can maximize your garbage disposal’s life by following these tips for proper usage. https://boulden-brothers.wistia.com/medias/nt9ol9vsow?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Use Cold Water You’re probably already aware that the water should be running the entire time the […]

How to Choose the Right Thermostat

September 11, 2015 Boulden Brothers Leave a comment Blog, HVAC

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]Maintaining the perfect environment in your home is tricky. But you’ve done it. You’ve installed an energy-efficient HVAC system, air-sealed your basement and attic to prevent temperature leaks, insulated the air ducts, and you know that the […]

3 Signs That Something is Wrong with Your Toilet

September 10, 2015 Boulden Brothers Leave a comment Blog

Sign #1: You hear running water If you hear running water and you don’t know where it’s coming from, it’s probably the toilet. (Of course, you should be absolutely sure that all faucets, showers, and outside water hoses/sprinklers are turned off.) This type of toilet problem can lead to a significant waste of water. https://boulden-brothers.wistia.com/medias/13io2ff6pp?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 […]

Why Is My Propane Tank Humming?

September 4, 2015 Boulden Brothers Leave a comment Blog

It doesn’t matter if you’re using a portable tank or a full-size home tank, propane tanks have the same basic components (they only change in complexity as the tank gets bigger). Whether you’re firing up the grill in your backyard or simply turning on a gas-powered appliance inside your home, every proud propane proprietor will […]

Maximizing the Lifespan of Your Water Heater

September 3, 2015 Boulden Brothers Leave a comment Blog

The average lifespan of a water heater is about 10 to 12 years. Proper water heater maintenance can dramatically increase the life of the system and also keep operating costs as low as possible. Unfortunately, many homeowners don’t have the same awareness for water heater maintenance as they do for furnaces and air conditioners. Here’s […]

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