Fells Point water leak condemns two homes
A water leak in Fells Point, Maryland, recently left two houses condemned and two residents homeless, according to local CBS affiliate WJZ. The problem started seven weeks before residents were...
View ArticlePut together a home checklist to get ready for the winter months
Now that the winter season is upon us, homeowners should make a maintenance checklist for each room of their house to ensure they will prevent home heat loss and decrease their energy bills. Kitchen...
View ArticlePrevent water damage in your home this winter
According to MSN, approximately 80 percent of water damage in homes could have been prevented. Unfortunately, not all homeowners are aware of the measures they should take until it's too late. The...
View ArticleWater professionals offer new advice on how to prevent frozen pipes
According to New Jersey American Water, frozen pipes can be a drain – quite literally – on homeowners' finances and infrastructural needs. Pipes burst because water expands when it transitions from...
View ArticleHeating cost predictions in Canada, northern U.S. regions
The United States is usually grouped into regions, with the Midwest, Northeast and Pacific Northwest bearing the brunt of the winter season. When it comes to our friendly neighbors to the north,...
View ArticleAmericans should be realistic, take control of their energy use
A recent survey conducted by the Shelton Group found that Americans blame inefficient homes and utility companies for higher utility bills, not themselves. The survey found that 80 percent of Americans...
View ArticleWinter storm hits Minnesota and Wisconsin, diminishes the risk of frozen pipes
Parts of the Upper Midwest were pummeled by heavy snowfall over the weekend, The Associated Press reported. More than a foot of snow blanketed the city of Minneapolis, a sign to the rest of the country...
View ArticleCost of frozen pipes tops $2 million nationwide
Various insurance companies announced that the average frozen pipe insurance claim is more than $10,000 in the U.S. Between 2009 and 2011, two major insurance companies – Nationwide and Allied – have...
View ArticleRenters forced out of homes thanks to frozen pipes
According to Colorado NBC affiliate KUSA, six Thornton families have been displaced after a sprinkler burst in their apartment building. The cause of the rupture has been attributed to frozen pipes....
View ArticleMontreal shoe store loses $1 million due to water leak
A shoe store near Montreal recently flooded after a pipe burst, according to CTV News. Authorities told the source that a pipe inside the building leaked and quickly flooded the basement and main floor...
View ArticleUniversity librarians model behavior for efficient flood response, save...
Last week's university flood demonstrated the importance of having a family commication plan. University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, last week suffered flooding after a water line leak, The Daily...
View ArticleAustin takes precautions to prevent freezing pipes
The Lone Star State received bouts of chilly weather this December, forcing the city of Austin to activate a cold weather shelter plan, according to NBC affiliate KXAN. The Austin area was under a...
View ArticleSave money by conserving electricity, energy
Residents who are interested in saving money on their utility bills should consider using appliances and water during off-peak hours. The cost of electricity can vary throughout the day due to its...
View ArticleNorth Carolina couple sues city for sewer problems
Daniel and Sherry Jones of New Bern, North Carolina, have filed a lawsuit against the city for sewer problems that affected their home, the Sun Journal reported. According to the source, sewage flowed...
View ArticleHome in North Dakota floods from pipe burst
A home in Fargo, North Dakota, recently flooded after a pipe burst in an upstairs bathroom, according to local NBC affiliate KVLY. The homeowners were away and although they left the heat turned on,...
View ArticleHomeowners can prevent heat loss by insulating their garages
Homeowners who want to prevent heat loss this winter should turn their attention to a part of the home they may not spend much time in, but can let a lot of heat escape – resulting in expensive utility...
View ArticleKeep warm during power outage
Homeowners across the United States have already experienced power outages, and no doubt more will happen as the winter rages on. AccuWeather predicts 2013 will begin with an onslaught of storms in...
View ArticleSingle-digit temperatures putting property owners at risk for frozen pipes
Several properties in Klamath Falls, Oregon, have experienced pipe bursts due to freezing temperatures – including the Microtel Inn and Suites – according to the Herald and News. Recently, frozen pipes...
View ArticlePrevent home heat loss with insulation
Homeowners who would like to prevent heat loss may be interested in protecting their homes with adequate insulation. Air leakage is often the main cause of energy waste in homes, so residents should be...
View ArticleGet involved in National Sweater Day to conserve energy
World Wildlife Fund, an organization committed to conservation and environmental issues facing the planet, is inviting people to participate in National Sweater Day, an event publicized by Canadian...
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