Sewer Backups
A sewage backup is the stuff of nightmares. In little time at all, your home can suddenly be overwhelmed with fetid water, waste, bacteria and other dangerous and unpleasant elements of sewage. (more…)
Water Shutoff Valves
Water in your home is a significant problem, able to cause costly damage to your home’s structure and its contents.When a water leak occurs, your first step should be to shut off the water to minimize damage. (more…)
”プロ”に聞く！
Lighthouseの”プロ”に聞く！12月1日号に掲載されました。もし宜しかったらご覧ください。Our advice regarding water damages is posted on “Ask the Professionals” column in December 2018 edition of Lighthouse Magazine (Japanese)
Does My Fireplace Smoke in the House
Nothing beats relaxing in front of fire on a chilly night. However, when you've got a smoky fireplace the experience is less than relaxing. Fireplace smoke that doesn't flow properly up through the chimney or flue can be an indication of a serious problem and is a safety issue for your home. (more…)
Electrical Cord Safety
Damaged electrical cords and equipment are a major cause of devastating workplace fires.As part of our commitment to helping you stay safe on the job, we've put together some easy-to-follow electrical cord safety tips to protect your business and coworkers from harm. (more…)
What to Do When Your Water Heater Breaks
Imagine waking up to a strange sound. You walk through your home, searching for the source of the popping, hissing, humming or rumbling noises.With further inspection, you realize the sound is coming from straight from your water heater. (more…)
Is Your Toilet Running? Catch It.
You’re probably familiar with that notorious sound that emanates from a constantly running toilet.While certainly annoying, a toilet that runs continuously can also be costly in many ways.From a huge water bill to potential flooding or a damaged septic system, running toilets are often more than just a nuisance. It’s important to know what causes a running toilet, and what you can do to fix it before it becomes a much more serious problem. (more…)
Mold in Bathroom What Causes It and How to Minimize It
Finding mold in your home can be worrying because there are often health risks associated with mold, including allergy-like respiratory symptoms, skin irritation, cold and flu symptoms, headaches, nausea and mold-induced asthma.It's important to know the causes of mold growth before it occurs so you can work to avoid damage to your home and your health. (more…)
How to Check for Mold in The Laundry Room
Excess moisture caused by leaks or flooding in your home – especially in damp environments like you’re your laundry and bathrooms – creates the perfect breeding ground for mold or mildew.To control and reduce the risk for mold growth in these areas, you must properly maintain your plumbing system and monitor appliances that use large quantities of water, like dish washers and washing machines. (more…)
What is That Smell?
Sometimes, it hits after a big rain. Other times, it seems to waft up from nowhere and you just shrug it off. But if your house smells musty, it's possible there's a mold outbreak nearby. (more…)