It’s finally almost summer in the Wasatch Back and one of the best parts about living in Utah are the summer activities and events. The HomeTech team picked a few of our favorite events for June and July. From the last day of school, to July 4th to Pioneer Day, we’ve got you covered. June […]
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Unclog a Shower Drain – 3 DIY Tips
We’ve all been there – you’re taking a shower and suddenly you’re standing in water. You try kicking around the drain hoping that moving the water around will make things better, maybe it helps but it’s only a matter of time until you realize you have a problem. You don’t always need to call a […]
January is Radon Action Month
Radon is estimated to cause around 21,000 lung cancer deaths in the United States every year and is the second leading cause of lung cancer, according to the U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can get trapped in homes and buildings and expose the people who live […]
Tips for Building a Fire Pit
It’s time for some tips on building a fire pit. It’s late fall in Utah, we’re starting to transition from summer barbecues to early dark evenings around a campfire in our yard before calling it a night and heading to bed early. It gets dark so early – it’s a great opportunity to gather with […]
Understanding Radon Testing Results
Many home owners or home buyers use radon testing as part of the real estate transaction process. The EPA recommends that if you are buying a home or selling your home, have it tested for radon. Testing is the only way to find out your home’s radon levels. The EPA and the Surgeon General recommend […]
How to Complete a Temperature Rise Check
One of the easiest ways to check the health of your own furnace is to do a temperature rise check. You don’t need to be a “handy” homeowner to do this test, and you don’t need any special equipment; just a meat thermometer. We’re borrowing a blog post from our friends at Structure Tech Home […]
