Are you a victim of choosing a New Year’s resolution by abandoning it by the beginning of February? We’ve all been there. Many New Year’s resolutions end in failure because they lack actionable steps which is necessary to hold you accountable. Yet, this year, Finken believes that the best New Year’s resolution is to drink more water. Here are some
How to maintain your spa to enjoy all winter long
Winter is among us, which means packing away many of our favorite summertime activities. Luckily, spas and hot tubs are a luxury that can be used all year round. To use your spa during the winter there are a few steps you need to take to prepare for the intense cold. Decide whether to drain or to not drain
Signs your furnace may need an emergency repair
Your furnace is your first line of defense against the cold winter temps. But what happens when your furnace clunks out in the middle of the winter season? Luckily, your heating experts at Finken can help you get your furnace up and running in no time. Here are a few tell-tale signs that your furnace is about to break down
FAQ: What’s wrong with my drinking water?
After water crises emerged in United States cities such as Flint, Michigan, it’s become more apparent that more needs to be done in terms of water shortages and safety. At Finken, we’re committed to providing clean, safe drinking water to our local communities and educating them about water scarcity. Who is responsible? When it comes to drinking public water, the
Debunking 3 common winter heating myths
Colder temperatures are creeping closer, which means that it’s time to find ways to make your heating system more efficient. Unfortunately, there are number of myths when it comes to heating and cooling your home. We’re here to debunk many of the common heating myths you’ve heard over the years. Learn what will reduce your heating costs but also make
National Tune-Up Day
September 25 is National Tune-Up Day, and you might be wondering what that means and why you should care. It’s a day dedicated to tuning up your heating systems every fall. The air feels nice and crisp now, but we’re getting closer to dropping temperatures and snow flurries every day. No one wants to end up with a broken furnace
Chloride Discharge Standards in Water Softeners
Chloride discharge is one of the biggest topics in the water conditioning industry in Minnesota right now. The Minnesota Water Quality Association (MWQA) Convention is focusing on it for their annual meeting, as many communities have been affected by chloride discharge limits. If you haven’t seen discharge limits yet, prepare to, because you will probably be affected soon. Why
How Do I Clean My Air Ducts?
If you want to breathe clean air, you need to make sure the air ducts in your home are clean. Because we spend so much time indoors—specifically in our homes—home air quality is crucial. You may think that the air outside is more contaminated, but that isn’t necessarily the case. The air in your home is host to thousands of
Who is your Community Hero?
Who is your hero? We aren’t talking about Superman or Spiderman. We’re talking about a hero in your community that exemplifies the very definition of “hero.” More often than not, heroes are quiet and unsung as they hide in the background doing the work to improve the community. A hero shows how passion and determination can help a person build
Air Cleaners in the Home
You might think the air you breathe inside your home is healthy and clean, but you and your family are subject to breathing in a variety of different pollutants. Pollutants come in the shape of particles or gases. Not only can you be breathing in pollutants from outdoors, obvious things like secondhand smoke can impact the air you breathe. There