Are your systems up to date?

If your plumbing is more than 20 years old, you may want to have an annual inspection done by one of our plumbing professionals.  Warning signs to look for-- small leaks, corrosion, faucet drips, slow or clogging drains.

Preventive maintenance helps systems work longer and problems are more easily solved when found early.

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Fast Facts

• 1 out of 4 Americans needed to hire a pro to fix or finish a home improvement project they started

           Source: NARI

              For more information visit:

          http://www.energystar.gov

• Green remodel info:

         www.buildinggreen.com,        

         www.greenerchoices.com,  

         www.regreenprogram.org 

 For Your Information...

• 120°F is the safest water heater temperature setting to prevent scalding.

• “Replacing an eight-year-old clothes washer can save you $80 on your electric bill and 5,000 gallons of water a year.” –Jill Notini, Vice President, Communications and Marketing, American Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers

• $300 million in appliance rebates is available though the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.  Energy Star models typically qualify for $50 - $250.  States Administer their own programs.  1-888-363-7289; www.energysavers.gov, click on Energy Star logo.

• WaterSense-labeled toilets, faucets, and showerheads reduce your water usage.  www.epa.gov/watersense

• Energy Guide labels compare appliances’ estimated operating costs and energy use. www.ftc.gov/appliances