A water meter with its lid open is set in a concrete box surrounded by gravel and grass; the lid is labeled "WATER METER
May 7

How Smart Water Meters are Changing Plumbing

The plumbing industry, like many other home service industries, is constantly integrating new technology into its practices. One of the newer changes to plumbing is… View Article Read More

A gloved hand holds test probes with a digital multimeter, wires, electrical outlets, pliers, and tools arranged on a wooden surface near an open toolbox
April 30

Understanding the Electrical Conductivity of Different Materials

Electrical conductivity measures how easy it is for an electric current to travel through a particular material. On the other hand, electrical resistivity measures a… View Article Read More

service worker cleaning blocked sewer line with hydro jetting
April 20

Reasons Why Homeowners are Opting for Hydro Jetting

If you’re dealing with clogged or slow drains, it’s worth looking into hydro jetting. This pipe-cleaning method uses pressurized water to clean drains. It’s an… View Article Read More

Two outdoor air conditioning units and an electrical box are installed next to a house, with a landscaped yard and trees in the background
April 4

Air Conditioning for Historic Sacramento Properties

Installing a modern HVAC system in your historic property requires some specific considerations. Many of these structures don’t have the space or ductwork required to… View Article Read More

PEX and drain pipes attached to the basement ceiling of a home.
March 26

Understanding Different Types of Pipes: PEX vs. Copper

Copper and PEX are two of the most prevalent plumbing materials in the world. Humans have used copper for plumbing for thousands of years. Standardized… View Article Read More

A technician in a blue uniform shakes hands with a woman at the door of a house
March 14

Reasons Why Electrical Bonding and Ground are Important

Electricity powers our modern lives, but it can also be super dangerous if electrical systems aren’t installed and maintained properly. A key part of any… View Article Read More

Two outdoor air conditioning units are installed on a paved area next to a house, surrounded by plants and siding
March 6

The Role of HVAC in LEED-Certified Buildings

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is currently the most widely used rating system for green building in the world. As per the U.S…. View Article Read More

A technician in a blue uniform shakes hands with a woman at the door of a house
February 23

How to Optimize Your Plumbing for Sacramento’s Spring Thaw

As the temperatures begin to rise and winter’s deep freeze begins to thaw out, you will want to do so much to prepare your home… View Article Read More

A man on a stepladder installs or repairs a ceiling light fixture using tools and a cable tester in a hallway next to a staircase
February 12

Can Faulty Home Electrical Systems Affect Your Wi-Fi?

The internet plays a major role in the things we do every day. Having a weak or nonexistent Wi-Fi signal in your Sacramento, CA, home… View Article Read More

Close-up of a glowing UV-C light bulb used for air purification and germ control in HVAC systems
February 5

4 Ways California Homeowners are Using UV Lights

Most people know that UV lamps are used in tanning salons to safely give that sun-kissed look. UV technology is also used in hospital settings… View Article Read More