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Tips, guides, and news on water treatment, plumbing, heating & cooling, and more from the Finken team.
Is a Water Softener System Right for You?
We’ve all been washing our hands more frequently over the last few months. Have you noticed that your home's water is leaving a film on your hands after washing? If...
Is it Time for an Air Duct Cleaning?
When was the last time you cleaned your air ducts? Don’t remember? Well, it’s probably time you get your air ducts cleaned. Many experts agree that there are benefits to...
Three Ways You Should Be Using Filtered Water in Your Home
Tap water from municipal water sources must pass strict drinking standards. The water in your home is treated in ways that prevent harmful levels of bacteria from entering your home...
Water Safety Tips: Debunking Myths and Staying Safe
It’s an uncertain time, and people are becoming downright scared. Staggering statistics, ever-changing rules and plans, a general feeling of uncertainty, and worst of all, misinformation can be worrying.
Why Testing Your Drinking Water is a Good Idea
Undeniably, this is an unprecedented year for us all. 2020 is a year we have all perhaps thought of the safety measures and hygienic lengths we should be taking much...
Conserving Water and Energy During a Self-Quarantine
During a shelter in place quarantine, it’s tough to stay occupied. Staying indoors all day is bound to raise your monthly utility bills and energy consumption. In honor of Earth...
Keep your cool this summer, as long as you get A/C maintenance done now
Right now, we’re at the cusp of winter and spring, which means saying goodbye to cold soul-crushing temperatures and saying hello to humidity.
What should be at the top of your spring-cleaning checklist? Cleaning your air ducts
Marie Kondo is who we’re channeling this spring to get us motivated to clean. Her system of getting us to declutter our houses is easy and effective. Yet, we know...
Decrease your carbon footprint this year with these eco-conscious habits
A green home is a happy home. This year for Earth Day, we’re tackling a big goal: to not only help homeowners feel cozier in their homes but also reduce...
Celebrate World Water Day with these three effective and environmentally friendly practices
Mark your calendars because March 22 is National World Water Day and part of Fix a Leak Week. To join in the festivities, we thought it would be valuable to...
3 simple tips to keep your hot water heater safe and running efficiently
Hot water heaters seem to be the least of your worries when you own a home. Other than worrying about running out of hot water, are there any potential dangers...
Love yourself this winter and install in-floor heating in your home
Crawling out of bed during the cold winter months doesn’t have to be so difficult. How you may ask?