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08/26/2010
Plumblines Denver Plumbers are Prepared!
Categories: Plumbing DenverAll of Plumbline Services Denver Plumbers will always have the right plumbing fixtures and supplies for most plumbing emergencies in Denver. This will always include copper tubing, parts for faucets, plumbing replacement hoses, rubber washers for plumbing fixtures, pipe fittings and much more. We only need one trip to your home in most cases because our plumber’s trucks are well stocked. If a plumbing fixture or part needs to be ordered or picked up we’ll schedule another appointment at your convenience. Many older and Historic homes in Denver with older plumbing fixtures …
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Denver Plumber / Plumbers Only Please!
Categories: Plumbing DenverReplace Water heater: Replacing your water heater in Denver is not a do-it-yourself project especially if you have a Gas water heater. Water heaters have become more complex and replacing hot water heaters will always involve electrical hook-ups / working with water lines / drain lines / gas lines (if you have a gas hot water heater) or if your replacing your Electric water heater with a gas water heater. Problems with hot water heaters are right at the top of emergency plumbing in Denver. You also might want to check your homes insurance policy; many of them have a lot of (small print …
Read The Rest of This Post07/25/2010
Don’t Not Do This To Your Air Conditioning in Denver
Categories: Air Conditioning Denver1. Don’t not change you Air conditioners Filter once a month! Changing your Air Conditioners Filter alone will increase air flow, protect your lungs from dust, dirt, bacteria, etc. 2. Don’t not keep bushes and any other obstructions away from your Air Conditioners condenser and compressor (the thing usually outside your side garage door, with the loud fan) this part of your air conditioner in Denver needs to breathe almost as much as we do! 3. Don’t not have an Air Conditioning check-up every year before the hot weather sets in, this one thing that usually cost aro …
Read The Rest of This Post07/06/2010
Denver Toilet Part -1
Categories: Plumbing DenverDo you know how your toilet works? Most homeowner’s don’t know much beyond pushing the toilet handle and everything in the toilet is flushed away. The main parts of a toilet are the toilet tank, toilet bowl, toilet handle, toilet stopper; toilet ball cock assembly and toilet flush valve assembly. All of these parts of your toilet must be working properly to make sure your toilet flushes properly every time. Your toilet handle is connected to a trip lever, which raises a chain or vertical rod to a stopper at the bottom of the toilet tank. Toilet stoppers cover the toilets f …
Read The Rest of This Post06/15/2010
Attic Fan Denver
Categories: Air Conditioning DenverAn Attic fan is a great choice if you’d like to keep the upper levels of your house cooler, and reduce your power bill each month. Attic fans will move the hot air in your attic out of your attic with the use of fans and vents that are controlled by a thermostat and they’ll allow your air conditioner in your home to cool your home without having to work as hard. We’ll inspect your home to make sure you have ventilation on your roof for your attic, because this is necessary for the attic fan to work, or the fan will draw air from the inside of your home which will caus …
Read The Rest of This Post06/08/2010
House Wiring Denver
Categories: Electrical DenverHouse Wiring in Denver is one of the main things our Denver Electricians do every day; some of the main electrical jobs we do are, 220 wiring for appliances especially in older homes, Installing 3 way wiring for switches so the light can be controlled from two different locations in the house, Aluminum wiring presents all kinds of problems and we strongly suggest you always use a Denver Electrician when you’re dealing with aluminum wiring, Ceiling fan Installation and wiring can be complicated especially when there is a dimmer switch and speed control for the fan, electric circui …
Read The Rest of This Post05/31/2010
Ducts Denver
Categories: Air Conditioning DenverDuctwork is an important part of your air conditioning; if you have leaky ductwork in your home then repairing ducts can save you a lot of money every month and extend the life of your homes air conditioning system. We have equipment for checking ducts for leaks, but there are other signs you can look and listen for because many times your ducts will make noise when your air conditioner cycles on and off, or you’ll hear a constant whistling sound as the cool air escapes from the damaged ducts, or your rooms will not reach the temperature you have set on your thermostat. Ducts t …
Read The Rest of This Post05/25/2010
Gas Line Denver
Categories: Plumbing DenverGas Line Denver Plumbline Services installs gas line for Gas line furnaces when we convert electric furnaces to gas and for all other appliances that require gas like clothes dryers, Boilers, and Outdoor and Indoor fireplaces, and fire pits. Outdoor Kitchens, Outdoor Fire pits, and Built-in BBQ grills always require gas line installation for ease of use and the convenience you expect from an Outdoor Kitchen. The last thing you want to do is run back and forth to get your gas tank for your BBQ grill filled or run out of gas in the middle of a great get together. Plumbline …
Read The Rest of This Post05/16/2010
Sewer Line Replacement / Repair Denver
Categories: Plumbing DenverSewer lines are our service of the month this May in Denver and today we’ll give you a brief explanation of sewer line repair and replacement in Denver. Please call us at 303.436.2525 and we’ll answer all your questions about sewer line repair and sewer cleaning in Denver. Replace or repair sewer line,Plumbline Services will removethe old, broken or crushed sewer line, using Trenchless sewer line replacement whenever possible from the point it exits your home to the street where it is connected to the city sewer. Our Denver Plumbers use high-grade, sched …
Read The Rest of This Post04/29/2010
Electrical Inspection Denver
Categories: Electrical DenverDenver Electricians probably spend more time doing electrical Inspections than any other Electrical service so we’re going to tell you some of the main electrical problems we look for and see when we’re doing an electrical Inspection. GFCI Receptacle: check to make sure you have these in all areas of your home like bathrooms, Laundry rooms, wet bars, and kitchens where there is more of a chance for electrical shocks or any receptacle within 6’ of a sink. If you need to have a GFCI Receptacle install in your home we can help you. Main Service …
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Denver Air Conditioning
Categories: Air Conditioning DenverDenver Air Conditioning: Spring is here and it’s time to Start-up your Air Conditioning system. We have a great Air Conditioning Start-up special for $89.00 you may have heard on 850 KOA Talk Radio in Denver for a complete Air conditioning systems check. We’ll keep giving you useful information about Air Conditioning in Denver here at Plumbline Services during the summer months. We started with some common Air conditioning FAQS and we’ll continue today with some Air Conditioning maintenance tips that will keep your Air conditioning system running great all summer long. Air C …
Read The Rest of This Post04/01/2010
Air Conditioning FAQS / Part one:
Categories: Air Conditioning DenverAir Conditioning FAQS here are some common questions about air conditioning that will help you save money and get the most from your homes Air conditioning system. Maybe one of these will help you before you call an Air conditioning Contractor in Denver, and we’ll keep them coming every week. 1. My air conditioner won’t come on: the first thing to check is making sure you’re getting power to your air conditioner. If you have a split system where the air conditioners compressor and a condenser or the unit usually on the ground on the sid …
Read The Rest of This Post03/17/2010
Air Conditioning Denver
Categories: Air Conditioning DenverSpring is here and it’s time to have your homes Air Conditioning system checked before the hot weather gets here. Plumbline Services in Denver are the Go-to Guy’s for Central air conditioning, Swamp Coolers, Heat Pumps, Air Handlers, compressors, whole house humidifiers, air filters, air quality systems, Air conditioning repairs, maintenance and Installation, and leaky ducts in your home. If you’re a member of “CAP” our Comfort Assurance Plan then we’ll be calling you to Schedule a Complete Check-up of your homes Air Conditioning systems before the we …
Read The Rest of This Post02/22/2010
$99.00 Drain Cleaning Denver
Categories: Plumbing DenverDrain cleaning in Denver just became more Affordable because we’re offering a great discount for Denver homeowners. For $99.00 we’ll clean your drain lines and we’ll give you a drain line video inspection. This great offer is good through March and is good for the entire “Denver Metro Area”. Plumbline Services offers drain and sewer line services that include drain or sewer line inspection, replacement, or installation. We offer these Services. Rooter Services , Sewer Lines , Kitchen drains, Bath drains, Shower drains, Toilet drains , Bio Clean Drain Clean …
Read The Rest of This Post02/07/2010
Drain Cleaning Denver
Categories: Plumbing DenverDrain Cleaning in Denver: Please take a moment and check out all of the great information at the www.plumblineservices.com website. We’re making changes every week to make sure you’ll find all the information you’ll need to make informed decisions if you’re having drain line or sewer line problems in Denver. We’ve just added new and interesting articles and categories so check us out if you need drain cleaning in Denver. We’ve included a list below of the new categories under drain cleaning on the website. Complete Rooter Serv …
Read The Rest of This Post01/27/2010
Plumbing, HVAC, Heating, Rooter Discounts Denver
Categories: Plumbing DenverThese are the great coupons and discounts were offering this month in Denver. "We’ll keep offering Denver homeowers these great discounts as long as the economy is hurting" say's Jon Heggie, Plumbline Services director of operations. These are some of the most aggressive discounts we've offered in years. There's also ple …
Read The Rest of This Post01/23/2010
Sump Pumps Denver Colorado
Categories: Plumbing DenverHave you inspected your sump pump lately? If you haven’t inspected your sump pump in the last 6 months or performed any maintenance on your sump pump lately, you should take the time to check it out. Sump pump maintenance can prevent costly damage from flooding in your basement. These are some of the main causes of Sump pump failures: sump pumps float switch sticks, water in your sump pit exceeds your sump pumps capacity, sump pumps intake screen becomes clogged, Sump pump airlocks, power failures with no back-up, circuit breakers trip, or frozen sump pumps in our cold winters in …
Read The Rest of This Post01/09/2010
Video Drain & Sewer line inspection Denver: FREE!!
Categories: Plumbing DenverDrains and Sewer pipes in Denver will become clogged or simply deteriorate after years of service, and they’ll need to be repaired or replaced. STOP: Before you start digging up your yard let us show you the inside of your Drain and sewer lines using our video camera inspection equipment, and we’ll give you drain video and sewer video Inspections free of charge, and we'll locate any problems before you spend money on drain or sewer repairs you don’t need. Here’s why: Sewer and drain line replacement in Denver is rarely needed an …
Read The Rest of This Post11/28/2009
Furnace Repair and Maintenance Denver Colorado
Categories: Furnace sales and Maintenance Denver ColoradoPlumbline Services in Denver is offering an $89 dollar furnace tune-up and furnace safety check, with a guarantee that if you’re Furnace breaks down Plumbline Services will refund you’re $89 dollars or apply it to the cost of furnace repair, or replacing your furnace in Denver. This is a great offer! Make sure your furnace doesn’t break down this winter. Plumbline Services, sells, services, and performs maintenance on all major brands of furnaces in Denver like: Addison, Aire-Flo, Amana, American Standard, AquaCal, Arcoaire, Ariston, Armstrong, Biasi, Bryant, Burnham, Carrie …
Read The Rest of This Post09/29/2009
Plumbline's Simple Tips Towards a Healthier You
Categories: Health and WellnessPlumbline Helps With Healthier Lifestyles You always hear about needing to live a healthy life, but exactly what does that mean, what does it entail? In general, to be healthy means you don’t smoke, your weight is within a healthy range, you eat well, and you exercise. While it may sound simple, it can be tough to implement. Rather than trying to change your entire life in one day, and eventually burning out, a better idea is to gradually make smaller changes in your life – maybe eat an extra piece of fruit today, drink an extra glass of water in the morning, etc. These simple ch …
Read The Rest of This Post09/29/2009
Swine Flu Tips - Provided by Plumbline Services
Categories: Health and WellnessThe Swine Flu and You As you have probably noticed, flu season has definitely arrived! According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control), it is strongly recommended that you and you family get the flu vaccine. Young kids, pregnant women, people over 65, and people with chronic health conditions (asthma, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease), are considered high risk, so it is especially important to get vaccinated if you (and your children) fall into one of these areas. H1N1 (Swine Flu) has a new vaccine being produced right now. This vaccine will be available in the next few weeks or so. A …
Read The Rest of This Post09/29/2009
Plumbline Finds Great Kitchen Gadget
Categories: New Technology for Your HomeSmart Oven Samsung teamed up with Birds Eye frozen foods to develop the Smart Oven. The Smart Oven cooks your meal for you. You just pop the meal in the oven, and it will read a “Smart Code” on specially packaged foods, and determine how long the food needs to cook. The Smart Oven takes the guesswork out of cooking. No more will you have to read the phrase “actual cooking times may vary”, and feel frustrated with not knowing how long to cook something. Samsung and Birds Eye administered a survey on what type of kitchen appliances people would like, and the barcode ov …
Read The Rest of This Post09/28/2009
Plumbline's Energy and Money Savings FAQ
Categories: FAQsQuestion: What are the easiest ways to save money and energy? Answer: Close your fireplace damper when you’re not using the fireplace Do not use your ventilation fans when it is not absolutely necessary Set your thermostat to 68 degrees in the winter Set your thermostat to 78 degrees in the summer Fix faucets that leak, especially hot water faucets Switch out your showerheads for low-flow showerheads Clean the coils on the back of your refrigerator every few months Do not run the dishwasher unless it is full Run the washing machine on c …
Read The Rest of This Post09/27/2009
Save Energy While Increasing the Value of Your Home
Categories: Energy EfficiencyPlumbline's Monthly Energy Savings Tip - Save Energy while Increasing the Value of Your Home Here are some great tips on how to save energy in your home, while also adding to the value of your home. Not only will you save money from lowering your energy bill, but you are adding extra value to your home! Have your furnace routinely checked and maintained by a professional Purchase high efficiency appliances when the time comes to replace or upgrade Instead of regular light switches that are “all or nothing”, install dimmer switches so that you can turn down the lig …
Read The Rest of This Post09/26/2009
How to Unclog a Drain: Do-It-Yourself Tips by Plumbline Services
Categories: Do It Yourself ProjectsHow to Unclog a Drain We’ve all had it happen before – the infamous clogged drain. Should you try to unclog it yourself, or should you call a professional? Plumbline is here to teach you some tips for trying to unclog the drain yourself. If you experience any difficulty, or cannot get the drain to unclog, feel free to call Plumbline; we’re happy to help. First try a liquid drain product. Purchase a drain cleaning product that is compatible with your home plumbing system. For example, some drain cleaners can not be used on PVC pipe, so make sure you read the label be …
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5 Household Errors That Could Be Costing You Money
Categories: Energy EfficiencyYou turn out the lights when you leave the room and draw the shades to keep the house cool, but you could still be throwing away money in the commonly overlooked places. Plugged-In Appliances. You may have turned the television off, but it's still wasting energy as it sits idle. All appliances with an AC to DC converter, such as printers, computers, and chargers, all burn energy even when not in use. The same is true for appliances that can be powered on with a remote control, like stereos, and also devices with an LCD screen. After all, such electronics have to …
Read The Rest of This Post08/24/2009
Plumbline's Energy Savings Tip of the Month
Categories: Energy EfficiencyLifestyle Habits to Improve Energy Conservation There are many things you can change in your day to day life that can dramatically cut down on the amount of energy you use. Many of them will not even make a noticeable impact in your day. Take Showers – Showers require less hot water than baths. Install a water-saving shower head to reduce additional water consumption. Change Timing of Appliance Use – Use appliances that generate heat, such as the washing machine and dryer, and the oven, during the cooler times of day – early morning or later in …
Read The Rest of This Post08/24/2009
Do It Yourself Projects - By Plumbline Services
Categories: Do It Yourself ProjectsHow to Maintain Your Furnace Make sure the pilot light is burning. If the pilot light is out, some units may be lit by hand. If you are unsure, call an expert. To light your own pilot light, follow the instructions, which will be printed on the access door. If you still have problems relighting the pilot light, call a heating professional. Check the blower on the furnace to make sure it is clear of debris. Lubricate the motor on the blower. Vacuum any dust and debris that may be surrounding your unit. Check and replace you …
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Better Air Quality with Low Maintenance House Plants
Categories: Health and WellnessTop 10 Low Maintenance House Plants Plants bring a great natural color and feel to any indoor area. As well, they have many other proven benefits that will actually help to improve the quality of your life. Plants remove harmful pollutants from the air, helping to improve indoor air quality, and they stabilize humidity levels, helping to improve the comfort level in your home. If you are like most Americans, you realize the value of plants in the home, and strive to fill your home with their natural goodness, but you have trouble keeping them alive! Here are 10 great indoo …
Read The Rest of This Post08/23/2009
Plumbline's Top Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Categories: Health and WellnessTop Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality As scary as it sounds, our indoor air quality is actually much worse than most people assume it is. As the weather starts to get crisp, and people start to close their windows, indoor air quality takes a turn for the worse. In fact, studies show that indoor air quality during the winter months is 1000% worse than other times of the year. To help naturally improve your indoor air quality as your windows start to close, here are 10 helpful tips: Houseplants – Bring some nature into your home. Plants are great for c …
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Being Green with Plumbline Services
Categories: New Technology for Your HomeEco Friendly Shower The cool new Smart Shower saves energy and water! This shower is an energy saving shower desired for the James Dyson Awards. In order to reduce energy, it uses a heat exchanger technology. The heat exchanger technology recovers 50% of the heat energy. To reduce water consumption, it has aerating shower heads. This aerated technology uses 1/6 the water of regular shower heads. Other benefits of the shower include a built in work basin where you can bathe babies, wash your hair, etc. The Smart Shower allows users that have difficu …
Read The Rest of This Post08/21/2009
Plumbline's Energy Efficiency FAQ
Categories: FAQsQuestion: How Can I Gauge the Energy Efficiency of My Home? Answer: Home Energy Analyzer - This tool will gauge the current level of energy efficiency in your home, as well as show you estimated energy costs of your home compared to others in your area. Energy Calculators – These will help you make better decisions regarding replacing major home appliances, and also using your current appliances more efficiently. Specific calculators are available for washing machines, dryers, water heaters, thermostats, room air conditioners, and entire heating and cooling systems. Both too …
Read The Rest of This Post08/05/2009
A Breath of Fresh Air with Plumbline
Categories: Health and WellnessClearing the Air with Houseplants Some houseplants are even more beautiful than they look. They actually improve your home's air quality. The leaves and roots act as natural filters, absorbing and removing impurities from your home's air. Use two plants per 100 square feet. They won't be as effective as an air purifier, however they will help clear the air. Philodendron, spider plants and golden pothos - absorb formaldehyde and carbon monoxide Gerber daises and chrysanthemums - absorb benzene that comes from cigarettes Chinese evergreen, ficus, aloe ve …
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Plumbline Helps You Nip the Drip!
Categories: Do It Yourself ProjectsSome Simple Fix-Its Can Save You Volumes What seems like a minor leak may surprise you in the amount of water and energy lost. Some simple fixes can add up to some major savings. FOR EXAMPLE: Fix a leaky faucet, save 20 gallons a day Fix a leaky toiled, save 30 gallons a day Replace an old toilet with a low flush toilet, save 40.5 gallons a day Repair an outdoor pipe leak or broken sprinkler head, save 20 gallons a day Repair a leak around the pool or spa pumps, save 20 gallons a day Obviously, those gallons add up over the year. A 1/32 inch siz …
Read The Rest of This Post08/04/2009
Plumbline's Helpful Household Tips
Categories: Do It Yourself ProjectsSimple Solutions for Common Situations To keep hard boiling egg shells from cracking, first add a pinch of salt to the water. Burnt food on your skillet? Cover the bottom with water, add a couple drops of dish soap, and bring it to a boil. Cool and clean. Ooops. Spill too much salt into the simmering pan? Drop in a peeled potato to instantly absorb the extra salt. Before using tweezers to remove a splinter, try Scotch tape first to pull it out. Use Alka Seltzer to: Remove a stain from the bottom of a glass vase by filling it with water and two tablets Polish jewelr …
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Going Green and Saving Green with Plumbline
Categories: Energy EfficiencyTips To Reduce Energy Consumption and Save Money Going green and saving money go hand-in-hand. When you cut energy costs, you're saving money as well as the natural resources that create that energy. In fact, the US Department of Energy reports that the home sector uses approximately 66% of the electric energy in this country. What's more, electrical energy consumption in the U.S. doubled between 1989 and 2005. You might be surprised at how many ways you can cut costs and energy consumption around your home. Here's a list of effective measures to make a greener enviro …
Read The Rest of This Post07/28/2009
Energy FAQ by Plumbline
Categories: FAQsQuestion: What “money-back” programs exist for energy savings? Answer: $35 Check - Participate in Xcel Energy’s Refrigerator Recycling Program. Do you have an old refrigerator you need to get rid of? Recycle your old refrigerator, and get a check for $35! Plus, save over $100 a year on your energy bill. Visit www.arcaincutility.com for details. $40,000 in Energy-Efficient Upgrages - Enter the 2009 Energy Makeover Contest, and win up to $40,000 worth of energy-efficient upgrades. Visit www.smartenergyliving.org to enter. …
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July Energy Savings Tip by Plumbline
Categories: Energy Efficiency5 Ways to Save Energy in the Kitchen: Keep Foods in the Refrigerator Covered - Keeping refrigerated foods covered limits moisture evaporation in the air, which reduces power consumption. It takes more to cool moist air than dry air, which will make your air conditioner work harder than necessary. Reset Your Refrigerator Temperature – Your refrigerator should be set between 34 and 37 degrees, and you freezer should be set at 5 degrees. These are the safest temperatures for food, and most refrigerators are designed to operate most efficiently at t …
Read The Rest of This Post07/27/2009
Plumbline's Going Green Cheat Sheet
Categories: Health and WellnessGoing green can be beneficial to your health, and the health of the planet. Here is a quick cheat sheet for some simple tips to being more green: Read and research green issues that you are passionate about Cut back on excessive consumerism and skip your trip to the shopping mall this week If you can, make it instead of buying it Cook at home, and avoid fast food Buy less food at a time, so you waste less food Try to find a meat alternative at least once a week Don’t just throw away your old ho …
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Plumbline Speaks About the New Computer Green Screen
Categories: New Technology for Your HomeThere is now GREEN software available to help reduce energy emitted by your computer screen. The GREEN software detects whether or not you are looking at your computer, and then switches off the display if you are not looking. This can help cut your energy bills, as well as significantly reduce your carbon footprint. Launched in mid-July by VeryPC in the UK, the system uses open-source face-detection software, which is then linked to a webcam, which monitors the presence of someone’s face in front of the screen, and then reacts to it. While some may argue that …
Read The Rest of This Post07/26/2009
How to Fix a Leaky Pipe: Do-It-Yourself
Categories: Do It Yourself ProjectsTemporarily Fix a Leaky Pipe If you find yourself in an emergency situation with a leaky pipe, and need a quick, temporary fix, there are several options. First, it is important to immediately go to the water valve and turn it off, this way there will be no water supply flowing to the leak. Now that you have bought yourself some time, call a professional plumber. Once you get your plumber scheduled, you can temporarily fix the leak, so that you can turn your water back on. First, you must figure out where the leak is coming from – find out if it is a small pinh …
Read The Rest of This Post07/03/2009
Plumbline's Rebates for High Efficiency Products
Categories: FAQsQuestion: What are some financial incentives for purchasing High Efficiency Products? Answer: Receive a tax credit of up to 30% of the cost (with no cost caps), when you purchase and install a new solar hot water heater for your home (must be used for your home). Receive up to $1,500 tax credit when you purchase gas or electric water heaters that have 90% thermal efficiency, or other High Efficiency products including Heating & Cooling products, On-Demand Water Heathers, Windows, Insulation, Solar products, etc. In addition to the Stimulus Incentives, Xcel Energy …
Read The Rest of This Post07/02/2009
Plumbline Services Helping Keep Your Home Healthy
Categories: Health and WellnessHow to Keep Swine Flu out of Your Home What is the swine flu? – The swine flu is a type of influenza virus, which is usually found in pigs. The current strand of the virus causing concern is a new variation of the virus. While swine flu does not normally pass to humans, such transmission can occur. The current strand of the virus is more concerning to health experts than in the past, because this new virus has shown the ability to pass from human to human. What to Do - While the swine flu is disturbing; thus far it is a very limited outbreak. The best thing …
Read The Rest of This Post07/01/2009
Plumbline Taking Outdoor Comfort to the Next Level with Outdoor Grill Installation!
Categories: New Technology for Your HomeiQue Outdoor Grill The latest technology to hit the world of grilling is the Blue Ember iQue grill. This grill is complete with an integrated computer for precision control, to get your meat just perfect. The iQue even allows you to set the time and temperature for cooking, as well as selecting the type of meat you are grilling, and whether you would like your meat cooked rare, medium rare, or well done. The iQue comes with a temperature probe, and based on these readings, the computer will automatically lower or raise the heat level based on the settings you selecte …
Read The Rest of This Post06/30/2009
Plumbline Helping Energy Efficiency in Your Home
Categories: Energy Efficiency10 Ways to Save Energy This Summer Have both your heating and cooling systems professionally checked, to make sure they are both operating at optimum efficiency. Install a ceiling fan. A ceiling fan costs less to run than an air conditioner, and it is great for creating a cool breeze and keep good air circulation. Use a portable fan near a window to blow hot air out of the house – especially in the kitchen when you are cooking. Wait until night to do laundry and dishwashing, as these can generate extra heat in the home. Use the microwave and other countert …
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Do It Yourself Projects by Plumbline
Categories: Do It Yourself ProjectsTop 10 Ways to Improve the Comfort of Your Home 1. Radiant Heated Floors - Radiant heat is unique because it first warms the coldest objects closest to the source. Thus, radiant heat is commonly installed under the floor. This means you can walk on your hard floors barefoot year round, and feel heat radiating at your feet. Radiant heat can be compared to the feeling of holding a warm mug, or walking barefoot on a warm beach. As opposed to forced air heat which tends to be dusty, dry and loud, radiant heat is simply warm and comfortable. It is a great way to add addit …
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