The Dangers of Pressure Washing

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The Do-It-Yourself Service Is pressure washing really dangerous?  Well, despite being viewed as an easy do-it-yourself task, when it comes to the dangers of pressure washing a lot of things can go wrong, and those things can be costly. Homeowners tend to ignore these risks.  Like lawn care, pressure washing seems to most easy enough…

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HVAC Not Heating? Check These Things First!

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If Your HVAC is Not Heating, Let’s Check First What Kind You Have When it comes to heating your home, your HVAC system can be one of a number of types.  Typically, your home will be outfitted with one of the following: Gas Furnace Heat Pump Electric Heat Mini-Split Ductless AC Depending on which kind…

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Mobile AL: Southeast Lightning Strike Capital

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Lightning Strike Damage – What You Need to Know When it comes to lightning strike damage to your home or business, South Alabamans are no stranger.  Named Alabama’s Lightning Capital in 2022, Mobile suffers regular lightning damage to those who are unprepared.  But how do you prepare for lightning?  There are a few ways to…

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What is a Grinder Pump?

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Grinder Pumps: A Critical Part of Your Sewage System A grinder pump is a nasty but necessary piece of your sewer system.  For home’s that have grinder pumps, they are located at a low point in your house or yard where the wastewater drains from the home.  Automatically engaging, it grinds up the wastewater and…

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What Does Your Lawn Need as the Weather Cools?

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Preparing Your Lawn for Winter: Where to Start When preparing your lawn for winter you want to make sure it doesn’t just survive, you want your yard to thrive through the colder months.  And more than just your grass.  Your flowerbeds, hedges, trees, and other outside plant life all need a little attention as the…

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Do You Need More Than a Home Inspection?

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Are Inspections Always a Part of the Home Buying Process? There are no requirements for inspections during the home buying process, but they typically occur in one fashion or another.  According to Southern Bay Realty, a local real estate brokerage, just about every home purchase includes some sort of an inspection contingency.  But what kind…

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Ultimate Guide to French Drains in Mobile AL

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French Drains: How Do They Work? First, French drains aren’t actually from France.  They’re named after a Massachusetts judge named Henry French.  Not that it matters, but a little history lesson never hurts. Henry French designed this drain type to deal with sub-surface water.  When water is standing above the surface, it is easier and…

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Is Professional Lawn Care Worth It?

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Is Professional Lawn Care Worth It? When considering whether a professional lawn service is worth it to pay for, there are several factors to consider.  What are you getting for what you are paying?  What are you saving in time and money?  There are several matters for consideration when you are thinking of spending money…

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