In recent years, the global concern with energy consumption has gained a lot of media spotlight, resulting in what has thus been dubbed, “green energy” movements. Thanks to the efforts of conservationist–minded folks, we can now harness the power of the sun itself. Although wind, water, and other renewable forms of energy remain viable, environmentally […]
How satisfied are you with your roof? Chances are, you really don’t think about it until there is a leak to be repaired. The sound of rain water dripping into a pail may be used in movies to show a derelict house. But roof repairs are not only for leaky roofs. There are a few […]
The biggest financial drain in your house could be coming from the most unexpected sources, your doors and windows. In the average home between 15 to 25% of energy loss is due to improperly insulated windows and doors. Each percentage point represents how much more money is being spent on your heating or cooling bills. […]
In today’s world, the technology-dependent digital age, electricity is considered perhaps one of the most essential commodities a household or business can have. It is the base utility that most people consider necessary in order to function with all of the gadgets we use these days. But with so much dependence on electricity, we need […]
Fittings are a general class of parts that, quite simply, connect tubular items such as pipes and hoses together. There are many types, but one of the most important to know about — and yet one of the trickiest to understand — is the compression fitting. Here’s a basic explanation, in non-technical terms: How Compression […]