Homeowner Tips Archives

Electric Tankless Water Heaters vs Traditional

March 9, 2016
Energy Efficiency, Homeowner Tips, Property Manager, Real Estate, Water Heater, Water Heater Efficiency

We get many questions about electric tankless water heaters, and we think they are good questions. For some people and situations, they are a perfect fit, while a traditional water heater may be better for others. Let’s take a look at the most important components of each. Why You Should Consider...

My Furnace Stopped Working and Furnace Pilot Light Turned Off

January 17, 2016
Energy Efficiency, Homeowner Tips

As the winter season approaches, it is important to remember our furnaces work the hardest during the coldest parts of the day. This is usually in the wee hours of the morning and overnight. Unfortunately, this will also when the furnace stopped working and the furnace pilot light may shut down. Why...

Is Water Filtration Necessary?

January 4, 2016
Homeowner Tips, Property Manager, Real Estate

Does your water smell like sulfur or chlorine? Have you noticed sediment or iron in the water or calcification on your fixtures? If you experience hard water and don’t want to feel slimy, condition the water instead. Conditioning the water changes it, rather than softening it, which adds salt and...

Five Big Myths About Drain Cleaning Services Near You

December 15, 2015
Homeowner Tips, Plumbing

You likely pay very little attention to the drains in your home until one becomes impacted by a clog and needs to be cleared. Over time, debris can build up in pipes, forming a clog that eventually slows your drain to the point where it drains slowly or not at all. Cleaning a drain is not difficult,...

Prevent Frozen Pipes | Water Pipe Freeze

Water Pipe Freeze and Cold Weather Tips

November 19, 2015
Homeowner Tips, Property Manager, Real Estate

It is that time of year again in Colorado. We know it is when we turn on the heater in our cars in the morning and turn on the air conditioning in the afternoon. With temperatures that vary 30 degrees in a day, outdoor water pipe freeze can expand and contract. This is why they tend to split, and...

Two Plumbing Rate Philosophies and Why We Charge Like We Do

September 8, 2015
Homeowner Tips

PLUMBING PRICING In most industries, there is more than one way to handle pricing. Plumbing is no exception. We wanted to address the differences to help with better understanding and decision making. PLUMBING HOURLY VS. PER PROJECT Some plumbing companies choose to charge “labor plus parts”. This...

Why does a furnace service matter?

August 3, 2015
Homeowner Tips

Why does a furnace service matter? Performing your furnace service before you actually need it, is a great idea. Why? Once the cold hits, the heating industry becomes very busy. You could be waiting days for furnace service, when it is most critical. Preventative maintenance is critical...

Denver Plumber Chosen Based on Reviews

June 15, 2015
Homeowner Tips

Denver Plumber Chosen Based on Reviews There was a time when businesses grew just from word of mouth. Today, many companies do rely on word of mouth marketing, and yet with communities expanding and the more transitory nature of our culture, this method is harder to come by. Review sites such as...

Sump Pumps: What’s with all this water?

May 11, 2015
Homeowner Tips, Property Manager, Real Estate

What’s up with all this water? We have been getting a bunch of calls today regarding sump pumps, so I thought I would do a quick article about what they are, how they work and why they are important (to some people) from your favorite plumbing contractor, Sunshine Home Services. What is a sump pump? A...

How the New Water Heater Regulations will Effect Homeowners

April 6, 2015
Energy Efficiency, Homeowner Tips, Property Manager, Real Estate, Water Heater, Water Heater Efficiency

By now, we are sure you are aware of the new Water Heater Regulations, but, as with anything new, it is good to have additional information and perspectives. As early as April 2 nd, supply houses were running low or out of older water heaters as they were being bought up in the typical supply vs....