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Aug
What’s that smell?
We take modern indoor plumbing systems for granted…until that awful smell and the sight of effluent gushing from a floor drain appears or a toilet won’t flush and overflows no matter how much plunger effort is used. Our research and experience found fixing these problems can cost thousands of dollars. One builder reported spending more…
Jun
The Air We Breathe Can Be Dangerous
Everybody is aware of the warning on cigarette packs: “Smoking can be hazardous to your health.” The same can be said for the hazards we face in our homes and offices. It could be worse in some cases. There is a growing body of evidence that indoor air quality is linked to a host of…
Apr
Air by the Ton
Every HVAC pro is familiar with air conditioning tons. But why do they measure it in tons anyway? It all started back in the days when they used ice for refrigeration, and the amount of ice needed was measured in tons. When mechanical refrigeration came around, the “ton” was firmly established as a measurement of…