Geothermal Energy for Your Home

Efficient and economical, geothermal energy heats, cools and cuts fossil fuel use at home. Whether you’re in sunny Florida, or snowy Indiana, a ground-fed climate system can free you from fluctuating energy prices and save money on bills immediately. It sounds a little strange, but here’s how it works. What many people don’t realize is that the temperature below ground … Read More

Should You Invest in a Home Warranty?

Buying a home is a big investment. When you decide to take the next step and purchase a home,  you will be offered the opportunity to purchase a home warranty. The purpose of a home warranty is to give you the peace of mind that if any part of the home fails, it can be fixed affordably. But sometimes, that’s … Read More

Before You Call: Geothermal Heating

If your Geothermal heat pump isn’t working properly there are a few simple things you can check before you call us to make a repair.  Here is a simple check list you can use to troubleshoot your geothermal heat pump. Check the settings on your thermostat. Make sure the temperature control selector is set above the current room temperature, and the … Read More

ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo

Jeff and Chris are attending the 2015 ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo this week! ACCA is the only national, non-profit organization of, by and for the small businesses that design, install and maintain indoor environment and building performance systems. The association is made up of more than 60,000 professionals and 4,000 businesses in the indoor environment and energy services community. … Read More

Why Water Softeners are Important for Your Plumbing

Hard water can make daily tasks like showering, doing laundry and washing your dishes unbearable. Hard water can also decrease the lifespan of your plumbing. So what’s the solution to your hard water woes? A water softener will help decrease the amount of calcium and magnesium in your water and keep your dishes and plumbing in great shape. Hard water … Read More

Start Your Spring Cleaning Early!

The wait is over! You can finally leave your house without wearing 10 layers of clothing and still shivering. Spring is here which means it’s time to get organized. Get started on your spring cleaning early this year with our spring cleaning check list. 1. Dust Your Home Grab your duster and get to work! Dust gathers all over your … Read More

There’s No Better Time to Zone Your Home

Winter has only just begun and as the temperate continues to fluctuate, so does your energy bill. So what do you do? Have you considered a zoned heating and cooling system for your home? Would you like some more information? Well, you’re in the right place! Keep reading to learn why zoning is the answer to keeping your home comfortable … Read More

Be Prepared: Plumbing Repairs for Concrete Slabs

So the worst scenario has happened and something is wrong with the plumbing within your concrete slab. You’re not sure what is happening, but you have made the first step to fix the problem by calling a professional. Here are a few things you need to mentally prepare for during a concrete slab repair. First, the plumber will ask why … Read More

How to Detect a Concrete Slab Leak

Concrete slabs are a stabilizing base for building homes. They are usually found in homes built in California and Texas. It became a trendy building technique during the 90’s and early 2000’s in the Midwest. It’s not a common technique in most of the country, but it’s important to know if your home was built on a concrete slab. If … Read More

Employee Spotlight: Meet Tom McKinney!

It’s time to meet another one of our outstanding employees! This month we’re featuring Tom McKinney. He’s the Manager of the Scott Plumbing office and has some excellent advice for keeping your plumbing in tip-top shape this winter! Want to learn more about Tom? Keep reading. Tom originally began his career at Chapman as a service technician. He then went … Read More