Spring has sprung, and that means the cooling season is right around the corner. As we transition from boots and gloves to flip-flops and bathing suits, our air conditioners also need to “change” for the warmer weather ahead. From replacing filters to cleaning out debris, it’s important to ensure that our heating and air conditioning…
We’re delighted to offer our customers some special pricing this winter: Buy a 2 or 3 day FlexPlan, and get 1/2 day free Buy a FlexPlan for 4 days or more, and get a full day free During winter, FlexPlans are a terrific way to tackle some of the inside work that’s been on your…
HomeSquare has acquired Home Services Shop! Based in Pleasantville NY with over 5,000 customers, HSS has operated for 15 years as the area’s premier handyman maintenance company. In 2014 the company was named Westchester Magazine’s Best Handyman. With this acquisition, HSS customers will now enjoy a greater range of home services, including renovations and emergency services. The…
Winter is a time when doors and windows stay shut, to keep precious heat trapped inside. The unfortunate side effect? Air is trapped inside as well. It’s up to the home’s air handling system to move that air and clean it of dust and allergens. That’s where air filters come in, and why it’s so…
Your refrigerator is the second most energy hungry appliance in your home (right after air conditioner), according to the Dept. of Energy. It’s important to make sure it’s operating efficiently. Here are a few telltale signs your refrigerator might not be at peak efficiency:
When your septic line gets clogged, there’s no such thing as get-to-it-when-you-can. It’s a serious matter. Sinks and tubs stop draining, there may be unsavory insects in your basement, and worst of all: that smell. Yuck. Why does this happen?
Helping customers take better care of their homes- that’s really what it’s all about for us. It’s particularly gratifying when we can come through in an emergency situation. When customer Molly S. in Greenwich discovered a gas leak from her hot water heater, she quickly pulled up the HomeJotter app and entered an emergency service.…
Consider the humble dryer, squatting next to its washing machine sibling in your laundry room. You might be surprised to learn that dryers and washing machines are involved in one out of every 22 reported home structure fires in the U.S, according to the National Fire Prevention Agency. Yikes. And can you guess the leading…
Everyone loves hot water. Hot water tanks, however, are a neglected and forgotten part of your home’s plumbing system. Until the day they fail, that is. Then, it’s an emergency. Taking care of your hot water heater is not hard. Whether you do it yourself or hire professionals like HomeSquare, regular maintenance can extend its…
Like many of the 50+ services performed every year under the HomeSquare Essentials plan, cleaning underground drain lines, traps & downspouts is one of those classic homeowner responsibilities which never gets done until it’s too late.