What Causes Backflow in Plumbing?
Backflow happens when the water comes out of one drainage pipe and goes back into the other. The hot water that usually goes out through a kitchen sink or bathtub drains back down and enters the cold water in a…
How to Protect Your Family from Allergies and Airborne Viruses?
There is a world-wide concern for indoor air quality and many manufacturers are jumping in to offer solutions. After researching products from several established companies, we believe the iWave is the best solution. Here is why? Are members of…
Troubleshooting Tips from IT Landes®
No Heat: Heat Pump Check your service panel for a blown fuse or tripped breaker. Insufficient Heat: Heat Pump (Heat pump is running but air is not warm) Your air filter might be clogged. Check and replace air filter. If…
Kill Harmful Germs & Bacteria with a UV Light
How UV Lights will protect your family from airborne diseases Do you have a family member who is prone to allergies? Are you looking to protect your family from germs and bacteria? IT Landes Home Service Team offers Ultraviolet (UV)…
3 Common Oil Myths—and the Truth Behind Them
Debunking Heating Oil Myths Americans have been using oil to warm their homes since the first forced air furnaces fired up in the 1930s – yet it remains one of the most misunderstood sources of home energy to this day…
Sump Pumps 101: Different Types, When to Replace, Emergency Backup
To protect your belongings and keep your basement dry, it’s important to have a sump pump that you can rely on to pump water efficiently and effectively out of your home. To help you choose the right sump pump, know…
Benefits of Bathroom Upgrades
Your bathroom is a place in your home where you want to feel comfortable. You also want the people who visit your home to feel comfortable. When the bathroom has problems or is just old, it's time to give it…
What Should You Never Put Into a Garbage Disposal?
The garbage disposal in your kitchen sink is essential to avoiding slow or clogged drains caused by food matter and other solids. While your garbage disposal might seem invincible, as it easily liquifies all types of food without a problem,…
What Can Be Done to Prevent Mold Buildup in My Home?
Regardless of what color it is, mold can pose a danger to your health as well as to the structural integrity of your home. Therefore, it's important that you know how mold forms and how to keep it out of…
Why Is My Water Heater Taking Longer Than Normal to Heat Up?
Like most homeowners, you probably don’t think about hot water or your water heater until something is wrong. One change in the hot water supply that never goes unnoticed is when suddenly it seems to be taking longer to get…