Fall Plumbing Tasks Before the First Frost
Essential Fall Plumbing Tasks to Protect Your Sacramento Home As autumn arrives in Sacramento and the East Bay, homeowners face unique seasonal challenges that can impact their plumbing systems. Unlike regions with harsh winter freezes, our Northern California climate presents its own set of considerations that require proactive attention before cooler temperatures settle in. Sacramento’s […]
How Do Radiant Barriers Work?
Sacramento summers are hot, there’s no way around it. In fact, we could say the same thing about the entirety of Central California. We’ve heard from many of our local homeowners they just want to push the heat away from their home. What if we told you there’s a product that can do exactly that? […]
The Most Efficient HVAC System Is the One That Runs the Least
With the sun beaming down on your home during the day and the chill creeping up on you at night, it might feel like you’re jumping through hoops just to keep your home at a comfortable temperature. Switching from heating to cooling so frequently can really increase your energy bill! You might be wondering about […]
10 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Fall
Pumpkin spice lattes, football, shorter days and colder nights — it’s that time of year again. Fall is in the air. Use this time to take care of some important home maintenance projects before winter sneaks up on you. Save money, prevent disasters, and live more comfortably by following these 10 tips to prepare your […]
“Should I Cover My Air Conditioner in the Winter?” Liz in Citrus Heights, CA Asks an Expert
It may not yet feel like it here in Citrus Heights, but winter is coming (as you no doubt know by now if you watch Game of Thrones). Liz is trying to get her yard in order after a long summer spent outside. She’s not sure, though, what she should do about the outdoor AC […]
Radiant Barrier: Insulating Against Sacramento’s Summer Sun
It’s almost summer, arguably Northern California’s favorite season of the year. While our state has plenty to offer year-round, the sunny days and warm temperatures that dominate much of the summer months make it the perfect place to enjoy a host of outdoor activities. But after enjoying all that warm weather outdoors, most of us […]
Insulated Windows for Mobile Homes: Energy Efficiency & Comfort
There’s no doubt that Old Man Winter has hit Northern California with an extra dose of cold, rainy weather this season. It’s great for filling up our reservoirs and relieving us from the drought we’ve been experiencing, but all that chilly, wet weather is keeping many of us indoors. We’re deep into “hot chocolate season,” […]
The Best Way to Insulate a New Home Against Lincoln’s Wet, Winter Weather
The town of Lincoln has a long history in California, from what once used to be a Nisenan tribe village to the influx of gold rushers that came through seeking their fortunes. The town officially became established, though, when the railroad chugged in after Charles Lincoln Wilson sold tracts of land to new settlers. A […]
Best Insulation for Newcastle’s Winters & Summers Climate
It’s a magical time here in the Sierra Nevada foothills as the snow begins to blanket the ground. It reminds me of a storybook, with tree covered hills surrounding a quaint, picturesque town as snow slowly drifts down, trimming the old buildings with white. But summers in Newcastle can be as hot as the winters […]
Loomis Wet Winter: Seal Windows to Prevent Leaks – Bell Bros
Sometimes, there’s nothing like a good rain storm—the gray skies creating the illusion of dusk while the soft rumble of thunder is the music of the world. There’s just something about the untamed immensity of weather that reminds you of the security and comfort that our homes provide us—and why it’s so important to make […]