How do I know if I need a termite inspection?

Posted on January 17, 2014 by ApplianceMD

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Pest Inspection

If you’ve noticed any signs of termite damage in your home, you should put in a call to a pest exterminator right away.  Termites can cause extensive and irreparable damage if you go too long without doing anything about it.  A termite inspection will tell you all you need to know about which types of termites have infested your home and how much damage has occurred.  There are dozens of helpful termite control techniques that your local pest contractors will be able to help outline for you.  There are chemical pesticides available as well as more environmentally friendly pest removal options.

Pest Control Contractors

Roaches, ants, mosquitoes, mice and bed bugs are just a few other common types of household pests.  Signs of bed bugs should also never be ignored.  Bed bug bites often appear in small clusters on your arms or legs; if you wake up with these, call a bed bug exterminator right away!  They will be able to provide you with a concentrated bed bug treatment that will ensure your home will be 100% bed bug free!  Bed bug removal becomes more difficult if the infested bedding comes in contact with any other linens.  To prevent a mass bed bug infestation, call a bed bug removal expert as soon as possible.

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What are the benefits of trenchless sewer repairs?

Posted on January 11, 2014 by ApplianceMD

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Trenchless Technology

If your sewer or drain is in need of significant repairs, we highly recommend trenchless technology as the best way to fix your plumbing problems.  Trenchless drain repairs involve the use of heavy drain cleaning equipment and machinery underground only so that it causes no effect on above ground traffic and activity.  Trenchless sewer repairs are usually preferred by commercial drain cleaning customers who need heavy duty drain maintenance done in a timely and discrete fashion.  This trenchless drain cleaning method is often used by residential sewer cleaning customers as well.  Of course, there are many other methods of sewer cleanout to consider as well.

Grease Trap Sizing

Furthermore, there are many ways to keep your drainpipes as clog-free as possible to prevent inconvenient clogged pipes and clogged drains.  Installing grease traps is one of the easiest ways to keep your plumbing system as clean as possible.  We recommend hiring a professional sewer maintenance contractor for the most precise grease trap sizing service possible.  Regular grease trap cleaning is also required if you want your drain pipes to stay clean and clog-free!  Polyethylene grease interceptors are the #1 choice when it comes to keeping your kitchen sinks free of excess oil, grease and food debris.

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Which masonry materials will last the longest?

Posted on January 6, 2014 by ApplianceMD

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Stone Masonry

Masonry design is quickly becoming the most favored method of driveway construction in the country.  Masonry materials are not only extremely durable and resilient to harsh weather; they are also very visually pleasing!  A new brick driveway may be just the thing you need to spruce up the outside of your home.  When your work with a professional masonry contractor, you can come up with a whole landscape design incorporating a new brick walkway and driveway!  Many homeowners also choose to install brick veneer siding on their homes for a classic and welcoming look.  When you use brick or stone masonry to build your new home structures, you can rest assured that they will last for generations!

Masonry Contractors

Before you select which masonry company you are to work with, ask to see photos of your masonry contractor’s past masonry projects.  This will give you more driveway design ideas for your new home hardscape!  Masonry construction can be used to build a wide variety of things including new backyard patios and inground swimming pools.  You can even build brick retaining walls to accent your property in a classic and visually appealing way!  Get in touch with a local mason contractor to get started on your new home project right away.

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Can I use solar heat to warm my home?

Posted on December 30, 2013 by ApplianceMD

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Solar Heating

Solar heat is an option for most homeowners who are looking for a way to lower their monthly utility costs.  There are several different energy efficient heating options for homes in your area, with solar heating being one of the most popular. Ductless heating is also a great option that over time can lower your utility costs by a significant amount.  Having an energy efficient heat pump will also help out your home costs; a team of HVAC contractors can help you decide which heat pumps are most effective for your home.  Some of our top recommendations include McQuay heat pumps, LG heat pumps and Carrier heat pumps.

Home Heating Options

If you want to reevaluate your home heating system, get in touch with a local HVAC company right away.  A thorough HVAC inspection will reveal whether or not your residential heating system can be improved.  Depending on the size and room distribution in your home, a gas heat system or electric heat system may be more effective in heating your home for a lower cost.  There are dozens of heating options from which to choose, including electric baseboard heat, forced air heating and central heating.  Get in touch with an HVAC contractor soon to find out which one is best for you!

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Is it hard to get rid of termites?

Posted on December 13, 2013 by ApplianceMD

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Household Termites

One of the most annoying things about termites is that there are so many different kinds of them to watch out for.  Some of the most common types of household termites in your area include subterranean termites, Fermosan termites, winged termites and drywood termites.  If gone untreated, termites damage can lead to serious problems concerning the structure of your home.  If you have noticed any signs of termites, call a pest exterminator right away.  A pest control team will administer a highly effective termite inspection to determine whether or not termites have invaded your home.  These pest removal experts can also provide you with helpful termite control information to utilize in the future.

Home Pest Control

Unfortunately, there is a wide range of household pests to watch out for other than just termites.  Bed bugs are also one of the leading causes of frustration among homeowners because they can infest even the cleanest of homes!  The clearest sign of bed bugs in your home is the presence of small red bumps on your skin when you wake up.  Bed bug bites tend to appear in small clusters, which is what most sets them apart from other bug bites such as mosquito bites.

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