Water is more than something you rely on for your very survival and sanitation. Water washes away dirt, dissolves grime, and can make a variety of objects sparkle. Yet it’s not ideal for everything. In fact, some household objects can be permanently damaged by water. So, before you fill up that cleaning bucket, read on… Continue reading Things You Shouldn’t Clean with Water

Winter can be a magical time of year, filled with snow covered trees, powdery hillsides, and cozy evenings in front of a crackling fire. But it has another side – one that brings freezing temps, blinding snowsqualls, and wind gusts that can knock out power to entire neighborhoods for days. And while there’s nothing you… Continue reading How to Prepare for Severe Winter Weather

Every team has a “go to” guy – that one special person you can always count on in clutch situations. Well, in the case of your water heater, that “guy” is the anode rod.  The anode rod – also known as the sacrificial rod for reasons that will soon become apparent – is a leading… Continue reading What is a Water Heater Anode Rod?