Posts by Summer Robertson
Secure Hanging Lights in Southern Utah
Chandeliers, ceiling fans and other hanging lights can add value and beauty to your southern Utah home, however these types of lights have more weight that standard lights and need to be secure to ensure that they don’t become a hazard and fall. Lights should be anchored by a electrical box tightly screwed into the…
Read MoreTile Backsplash in Southern Utah Kitchen
If you are changing the colors in your southern Utah kitchen and would like to add a unique flare besides the same boring paint, consider adding a glass tile backsplash. Tile backsplashes can range in a variety of sizes and colors and can add a beautiful accent to your kitchen. Some popular types of backsplashes…
Read MoreHome burglaries in St. George
Burglaries are on the rise in St. George this year, especially for those that have a seasonal home that is left unattended for months at a time. This is the time of year that many snowbird return from there summer homes to find their winter residence has not been vacant as long as they have…
Read MoreWashington Fields House Fire
A home in Washington Fields caught on fire Friday morning, causing nearly a hundred thousand dollars in damage. The fire appears to have possibly started from the engine of a truck that was parked in the garage. The truck along with other vehicles and items in the garage were heavily damaged. The St. George Fire…
Read MoreRepair or Replace Carpet Holes
Stains in carpet can be clean and scrubbed but when it comes to carpet holes, is the best option to repair or replace? Holes in carpet can be caused from burns, sharp corners of furniture and pets among other things. The affected carpet can be cut out and patched, but this can raise chances of…
Read MorePuddles on Southern Utah Commercial Roofing
The majority of homes in southern Utah have vaulted roofs that allow rainfall to travel off and lessen the chance of puddles, however commercial roofing has a higher percentage of flat roofing which increases risk of puddles. Although commercial roofing can be built with high quality materials that are wind resistant and energy efficient, without…
Read MoreSt. George Air Conditioner and Duct Service
The days ahead of us in St. George are seeing less and less need for our air conditioners to be running and now is a great time have them inspected and serviced along with giving your home a pre winter duct service. Most problems with air conditioners will arise in the first few weeks of…
Read MoreFireplace Wood Safety in Saint George
When looking for wood to burn in your fireplace during the upcoming Saint George winter, finding the best wood possible is important for effectiveness and safety. Many deciduous trees such as maple will burn easily but quickly. This will leave you constantly tending to your fireplace, which raises the chances of flying sparks and excess…
Read MoreBees on I-15 in St. George
On Sunday evening a semi that was carrying millions of honey bees overturn on a section of I-15 in St. George that is currently undergoing construction for a new freeway overpass. A bee keeper has been called in to help collect the bees that escaped, however they are many that are still unaccounted for. Residents…
Read MoreSt. George Tree Roots Crowd Plumbing
Without deep watering, a tree that is planted in St. George will keep it’s roots closer to the surface of the ground which can crowd and damage plumbing in nearby houses. This is seen more often in trees that are planted on lawns, where a ten to fifteen minute watering from the automated sprinklers every…
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