When you move into a new home, one of the very first things you'll want to do is locate the main water shut-off valve.
Category: How-To Guides
Aug 23
How To Save Money And Improve Your Home's Energy Efficiency
Here are a few ways you can make your home a more environmentally-friendly space.
Aug 09
Common Problems To Look For When Your AC Unit Stops Working
Check for these problems first when your HVAC system stops working because sometimes you can easily fix the issue yourself. Learn about the usual suspects so you can keep your home comfortable and cool.
Aug 02
How To Assemble An Emergency Plumbing Repair Kit
Here are a few of the tools you will need for your plumbing emergency kit.
Jul 26
3 Creative Ways To Hide Your Air Conditioner
Should you cover your air conditioner with an AC unit cover? Absolutely! Check out these few creative ways to conceal your air conditioner in your backyard.
Jul 19
The Do's and Don'ts of Remodeling Your Bathroom
Here are a few of the major do's and don'ts or remodeling your home's bathroom. Moving old plumbing for a bathroom remodel can be a huge undertaking. Choose John C. Flood to ensure your bathroom remodel runs smoothly.
Nov 29
How To Winterize Plumbing In Your Home
Make sure that your home’s plumbing is properly winterized and maintained to prevent any possible disasters from happening down the road. Not only will this save you money in the long run, it will also help to keep your family safe while you are all enjoying the chilly season in the comfort of your residence. Here are a few ways to make sure that your home's plumbing has been properly winterized.
Nov 15
Can You Run Your Furnace Without A Filter?
If your run a furnace without a filter, it can be bad for your health and indoor air quality. Keeping a clean filter in your furnace ensures the unit operates efficiently and can keep dirt, dander, and debris from circulating back through your home. Learn the importance of an HVAC air filter and how to change your air filter.
Nov 08
Why Is My Water Heater Overheating?
If you notice your hot water hotter than normal, it could be a warning that your water heater is overheating. It’s important to take note if your water heater is suddenly hot because this problem could injure your family or cause a water heater explosion. In order to keep your hot water heater healthy, you need to ensure your water heater doesn’t get hotter than normal.
Oct 25
How Can I Improve Furnace Airflow In My House?
To properly understand how to improve furnace airflow, it’s imperative to understand the main causes of low airflow in a home. Read about these proactive steps you can take to improve airflow in your home during winter, such as installing a booster fan.
Sep 27
Home Exterior Maintenance Tips for Fall
Your home’s safety and comfort are our top priority — and that goes beyond the HVAC and plumbing systems. This fall checklist for homeowners will help you prep the interior and exterior of your home for autumn and winter. Follow these preventative tips for this transition season and check out our other fall-specific tips on the blog.
Sep 20
Fall Plumbing Tips & Tricks
Fall is here, which means winter is right around the corner! John C. Flood put together some fall plumbing tips to make sure your home is ready for freezing temperatures. These house plumbing basics include preventative measures to winterize the interior and exterior of your home before winter hits in full force.
Sep 06
7 Ideas for Small Kitchen Remodeling
Are you thinking of taking on a DIY small kitchen remodeling? Whether you live in a cramped city apartment or a little cottage in the countryside, John C. Flood has the best hacks for maximizing and beautifying your kitchen space. These ideas will help you cook up the most palatable strategy for how to remodel a small kitchen.
Aug 30
How to Fix Recessed Lights That Won’t Stay Up
Recessed lighting is one of the most popular lighting options for homeowners because of its variety and reasonable pricing. Over time, your recessed lighting can appear to sag from the ceiling as the springs holding it in place wear down and stretch out. If you ignore fixing recessed lighting, it can cause the fixture to be exposed, permit drafts into your home, and eventually become a fire hazard. In a few steps, John C Flood explains how to fix recessed lights depending on the type of trim your fixture has.
Aug 23
Why Is My Electrical Outlet Not Working?
Ever attempt to blow dry your hair or toast your bread and find that your electrical outlet isn’t working? A faulty outlet might be frustrating, but it’s not the end of the world. Read more to see John C. Flood’s step-by-step instructions on troubleshooting an electrical outlet not working, so you can save yourself money and a headache.