How to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
Your home should be a haven, not a source of coughs, sneezes, or fatigue that drives you crazy. But when indoor air quality (IAQ) takes a hit, it often shows up in the little things first, like dry skin, irritated eyes, and that all-too-familiar feeling of congestion. From smoke and dust to mold and carbon […]
How to Prevent Limescale Buildup in Your Home
Limescale might not be immediately noticeable, but there are signs you can be on the lookout for that show you’re dealing with a bigger problem. It clouds up your coffee maker, clogs your showerhead, slows down your washing machine, and wears out your plumbing fixtures over time if it’s left unchecked. If you’ve ever squinted […]
How to Extend Your Water Heater’s Life Expectancy
When the hot water cuts out mid-shower, your world stops turning. One minute, you’re basking in steam; the next, you’re shivering and wondering when you can get someone out to take a look at your system. Your water heater works hard every day with every laundry load, dish rinse, and kitchen clean-up, depending on it. […]
10 Reasons Why Your Lights Are Flickering in Your Home
Flickering lights can quickly go from minor irritation to a major red flag at the drop of a hat. If there’s something up with your electricity, and it’s begging for your attention, you shouldn’t ignore it for too long. Whether it’s one bulb or the entire ceiling putting on a strobe light show, flickering lights […]
How to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger
Clogged toilets happen to the best of us, and when it strikes without a plunger in sight, it can feel like a crisis. Don’t panic. There are effective solutions that can save the day without calling in Beantown Home Services’ professional plumbers — at least not yet. With the right tools and a bit of […]
The 2025 HVAC Refrigerant Changes: What You Need to Know
Refrigerant regulations are shifting in 2025, and if you’ve got an HVAC system, you’ll want to keep up. The move is toward low-GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerants that can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help protect the environment. If you haven’t upgraded your HVAC system recently, your current system might use R-410A. However, the new […]