More than 80 percent of homes in the Nashville area were built during the twentieth century. According to Neighborhood Scout, 30 percent were built before 1970. The good news is that older homes were built strong to last for generations. All you need to do is to drive through some of our
There are a lot of things that can cause an indoor flood, including: Heavy rain A burst pipe Sewer backup But another common cause of indoor floods is the storage tank water heater, which can flood your basement or a large portion of your home. Common Causes of a Water Heater Flood A
If your air conditioning is running all the time—or frequently cycles on and off—schedule a service appointment with a trusted HVAC repair contractor as soon as possible. If the source of the problem isn’t identified and corrected the result will be: Wasted energy and dramatically higher
Flood warnings and flash flood warnings have become increasingly commonplace in Nashville and the rest of Middle Tennessee. And countless area residents have experienced flooding in and around their homes, with the Cumberland River, Harpeth River, Browns Creek, and the other creeks that wind through
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” It’s an old axiom that’s certainly apt when it comes to preventing frozen pipes, which can rupture or burst and cause extensive water damage that is costly to repair. Fortunately, extended periods of sub-freezing temperatures are relatively
Help! Why Is My Garbage Disposal Clogged? Did you know Black Friday is the busiest day of the year for plumbers? Black Friday has a reputation for being the busiest shopping day of the year. It’s also the busiest day of the year for our plumbers, who typically spend most of the day unclogging
Winter Energy Saving Tips to Save You Money Nashville winters always mean colder weather, and one thing's for sure, your HVAC system will get a workout. If you’re like many local homeowners you have at least some sort of winter weather home maintenance routine. Maybe you seal drafty windows in a
When was the last time you thought about your water heater? If it’s not in plain view in your garage, chances are it’s been a while. Never mind that water heaters are the unsung heroes of our homes. If Nashville is hit with another extended, cold winter blast next year, you’ll enjoy every moment
