About 80% of EV charging happens at home. It’s easier and more convenient. A professionally installed Level 2 charger allows you to charge your electric vehicle overnight and start each day with a full battery. However, charging places a significant electrical load on your system, and if you don’t use a certified electrician for EV…
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly common across Phoenix, Chandler, Gilbert, Scottsdale, and Mesa. But relying on public charging stations is inconvenient and often frustrating. Who wants to sit around and wait for 20 minutes or longer to fill up your meter? Plus, public stations aren’t always available when you need them. 60% of EVs are…
Drain problems rarely appear overnight. Most of the time, you see a few warning signs and ignore them. Maybe a sink drains a little slower. There’s water pooling in your shower. Toilets don’t flush waste all the way down or you’re reaching for the plunger a bit too often. It may just seem like a…
Clogged drain? There are a few drain cleaning methods you can try that might solve the problem, but you want to be careful. Some DIY solutions can damage your pipes or create bigger problems within your sewer system. It’s especially important to be careful in the Peoria, AZ area. We have a lot of older…
Phoenix area wastewater systems include more than 5,000 miles of sewer mains. The Water Services Department in Peoria is responsible for maintaining and operating the city’s water supply and infrastructure, but you’re responsible for anything connected to them and maintaining your part of the system. If there’s a problem along the way, you need a…
You might notice your shower is draining a bit more slowly. Over time, though, water starts to pool, and eventually your drain may stop working altogether. It’s not uncommon in the Peoria area. Hard water causes mineral buildup in pipes. Hair and soap residue get stuck inside your drain. Roots can break into your sewer…
Why does my toilet keep clogging? That question is usually asked with a bit of frustration and often in a raised voice. A clogged toilet is frustrating once. When the same toilet keeps backing up, it’s more than a frustration; it is usually a sign of a larger plumbing issue. In the Peoria area, we…
When your electrical panel is working properly, you probably don’t give it a second thought. Flip a switch, and the lights turn on. Run your washing machine or dryer, and it works properly. Your air conditioning keeps your home cool on our hot summer days. But when you hit that switch, and your lights flicker,…
Years ago, homes in Chandler weren’t built with today’s electrical demands in mind. Today, homeowners have pools, spas, multiple big-screen TVs, heavy-duty air conditioning units, EV chargers, home offices, and more appliances. Often, these are running at the same time and drawing an increasingly larger electrical load. 100-amp service, the most common in our area,…
If you’re adding a new HVAC system, EV charger, pool, or spa, you may be wondering, “should I upgrade my electrical panel?” You can ask the same question if you’re looking to make just about any change to your electrical system, especially if you live in an older home that may need updates to remain…
Do I need a permit to upgrade my electrical panel? Yes. An electrical panel upgrade affects your home’s main electrical service, which means the work must be permitted, inspected, and approved for code compliance in Arizona. That may feel like one more step in an already stressful project, but the permit process is there for…
The average cost to upgrade an electrical panel ranges from roughly $518–$2,188 nationally, though major upgrades can exceed $4,500 according to Angi. In Chandler, except to pay about $1,300 on average. However, there’s a wide range of prices because work can vary greater depending on the age of the electrical system, size of the upgrade,…
When you have a clogged drain, it’s frustrating. A slow kitchen sink, backed-up shower, or sewer line issue? You want it fixed fast, and a solution that lasts. You can use drain cleaners or snakes, but this may not solve the problem or fix it for good. Hydro jetting by a professional plumber is often…
A clogged drain can ruin a perfectly good day, and clearing it often comes with a cost. Is hydro jetting service cost worth it, or should you just use a drain cleaner or snake? The answer depends on the severity of the problem and how often you get clogs. How Much Does Hydro Jetting Service…
You probably don’t think about your sewer line until something goes wrong. But when there’s an issue, it’s front and center. Slow drains, recurring clogs, or sewage backups are often signs of a larger problem that’s been slowly building inside your pipes. Hydro jetting can help you address those issues and hopefully avoid expensive repairs….
A clogged drain is one of the most common plumbing problems homeowners have to deal with. In many cases, a plunger or basic drain cleaner is enough to get things flowing again, but when the clog keeps coming back, or you can’t clear it, it’s usually a sign of a deeper issue. Many homeowners wait…
A slow drain is easy to ignore at first. Water takes a little longer to clear from the shower. The kitchen sink backs up just a bit. A toilet gurgles when another fixture is running. You might not worry about it until things start to get worse or something gets clogged. Unfortunately, once these problems…
Want a cleaner, brighter, and more modern look? Recessed lights are often the solution. Whether you are updating an older home or replacing outdated fixtures, recessed lights can completely change how a room looks and feels. However, installing recessed lighting correctly is not as easy as you might think, and small mistakes can create safety…
Lighting has a bigger impact on a home than most people realize. The right fixture helps, but it’s often the bulb you choose that determines how a room looks and feels. If the bulb’s too bright, it can be harsh and uncomfortable. Not enough light? You may have trouble reading or seeing, and the space…
Ceiling fans are one of the most popular upgrades, especially in Scottsdale, to improve air flow during the hot summer months. Ceiling fan installations are relatively affordable and can make a big difference in how your room feels. However, installing a ceiling fan isn’t as easy as it might look. If you want a safe,…
If you’re not sleeping, the kitchen is typically the most used space in your home, and lighting makes a big difference. However, many homes in Scottsdale were built without kitchen recessed lighting or were notoriously underlit. It’s frustrating when you have outdated fixtures that don’t provide enough light in the right places, especially when you’re…
Lighting accounts for about 15% of the average U.S. home’s electricity use, making it one of the easiest ways to improve efficiency and lower your energy costs. From simple choices like using LED bulbs to replacing or upgrading lighting, you have more options than ever when it comes to lighting installation services. LED alone use…
You walk into your Tempe home, and it hits you. A strong, unpleasant odor that smells like rotting garbage. Maybe it’s coming from a bathroom, or maybe the entire house smells bad. If you’re smelling that, it’s usually a sign that something is wrong inside your plumbing system. The key is figuring out where it’s…
Sewer backups. That awful smell. Slow drains. If you’re experiencing any of these, you might have a sewer line problem. In Tempe, we have all the ingredients for these problems. Hard water, older sewer pipes, and desert soil that constantly shifts. And, if your home has an older cast iron sewer pipe, it’s even more…
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