Cold Climate Heat Pumps Are HVAC Game Changers. Photo of an elderly couple enjoying a hot beverage together in their kitchen.

Cold Climate Heat Pumps Are HVAC Game Changers

January 30, 2026

If you are looking for an HVAC system that heats and cools your Leland home, lowers energy bills, and is easy on the environment and your budget, consider an air-source heat pump. 

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How To Fix a Running Toilet

January 15, 2026

The good news? Most running toilet issues are surprisingly easy to fix. With a little patience, you can often stop the problem in less than an hour.

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5 Benefits of a Plumbing Maintenance Plan

5 Benefits of a Plumbing Maintenance Plan

December 30, 2025

Avoiding plumbing problems is easier (and cheaper) than fixing them after they strike—and that’s where a plumbing maintenance plan comes in. With routine inspections and preventative care, a maintenance plan helps keep your pipes, fixtures, and drains in top shape year-round.

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The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

December 15, 2025

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Hampstead, creating some significant health problems.

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Holiday Safety Tips in Leland

November 28, 2025

From Christmas tree catching fire to falling off ladders while stringing up the lights, it’s pretty clear you need to keep your wits about you while celebrating the holidays at your home.

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5 Plumbing Problems Costing You Money

5 Plumbing Problems Costing You Money

November 14, 2025

An ostrich hiding its head in the sand to avoid danger is actually a myth. But it is no myth many Wilmington homeowners will ignore plumbing problems, hoping they will just go away.

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4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

October 31, 2025

A heat pump offers both the heating and cooling you need for indoor comfort, but routine maintenance is critical for it to remain in peak condition.

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Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now

October 15, 2025

What’s at the top of your fall to-do list in Wilmington? Make sure it is your furnace.

Prepping your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for winter not only enhances your safety and your furnace’s efficiency, it can help keep your repair budget in line during cold weather.

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Why Is My AC Short Cycling?

September 30, 2025

Short cycling can be triggered by a variety of issues, ranging from simple maintenance oversights to more serious mechanical problems.

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How Can I Avoid a Plumbing Emergency?

How Can I Avoid a Plumbing Emergency?

September 15, 2025

Plumbing emergencies may seem like spontaneous events that happen without warning, but that’s not always the case.

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