Posted by Raymond Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning on Wed, May 20, 2009
Spring Cleaning. It's dreaded, feared even, by the masses. But spring cleaning doesn't just mean rifling through your worn out wardrobe. A 2007 study by AirAdvice™ found that 9 out of 10 people are breathing unhealthy air inside their homes.
Most homes are not properly equipped to filter and purify air. Which means, your whole house, not just your closet, needs a fresh start this season.
Start with the inside and get your cooling system checked to ensure your system is in tip-top shape. Then continue in small ways, like dusting and wiping down infrequently used surfaces at least once a week. Look for leaky faucets in the kitchen, bathroom and utility room and replace with water conserving fixtures.
Then move on to bigger things. Evaluate your water heater, dishwasher and all other water consuming devices - check these regularly for cracks, leaks and low-efficiency to conserve your water use all year-round. When replacing old appliances look for appliances with high-energy efficiency ratings.
Finally, move to the outside. Test sprinkler systems for cracks and breaks. Check around your house, especially your sewer system and gutters to be sure tree roots have not found a water supply in your sewer or water pipes.
Raymond Plumbing and heating can help you with all your spring cleaning needs. Let our experts help you check the little things before they become big.