Posts in October, 2011

Oct 27 Weatherstripping: An Inexpensive But Very Effective Way To Lower Your Utility Bills

As you gather your gloves, scarves and heavy coats in preparation for winter in the Portland area, you should also prepare your ...

Oct 25 Service Agreement: Answer 2 Questions Before You Sign On

Before you part with your hard-earned money to purchase a service agreement for your HVAC system, there are two basic questions ...

Oct 20 Insulating? Snug Up These Six Key Areas And Keep Out The Oregon Chill

Oregon weather is getting ready to shift toward cooler temperatures. Insulating your home is similar to choosing a lightweight ...

Oct 18 Recessed Lighting: A Relatively Simple Retrofit

One simple and cost-effective way to upgrade your home is to improve its lighting. Hidden, or recessed, lighting can create an ...

Oct 13 Maintaining Your Heat Pump: What You Can Do Yourself, And What You Should Have Your Contractor Do

Proper preventive maintenance is vital to keep your heat pump in tip-top shape. Frequent monitoring and cleaning of your system ...

Oct 11 Weather Patterns Throughout America Mean Portland Homeowners Need A Stand-By Generator More Than Ever

The weather has certainly been crazy this year across the country – not to suggest that it has ever been predictable or ...