How to protect your packages
It’s the time of year for endless packages to be delivered to your doorstep. Shopping online has made it easier for working people to shop through the convince of their phones. On average 79 percent of Americans buy online. That is a whole lot of shopping! Online shopping gives individuals the convenience of having their […]
Tips on cleaning kitchen appliances
Impress your mother-in-law this holiday with a clean kitchen. A clean kitchen will help you feel more organized and set for the new year. Take a weekend off of shopping and make room for some major kitchen cleaning. We want to share with you some tips on cleaning kitchen appliances. Refrigerator Your refrigerator is probably […]
How to protect your family from carbon monoxide poisoning
Carbon monoxide is one guest you don’t want to invite in your home this holiday season. It’s silent and deadly. A frightening statistic shows that the winter months have the highest death of carbon monoxide poisoning each year. It spikes up during these months because of the number of people who use their furnace during […]
Why your furnace needs a winter check-up
The holidays are around the corner, and the last thing you want on your mind is having to fix your furnace. Not to mention if you will be the host of all the holiday parties. You don’t want to keep your family and guests in the cold during Thanksgiving or Christmas. Scheduling a furnace check […]
Why you need to make the shift to geothermal
We are starting to see more and more the effects that greenhouse gases are having on the environment around us. The polar bears are losing their habitat, and the oceans are starting to become contaminated. As surprising as it might sound, we can begin to change this by making a switch to use geothermal energy. […]
Hazards of DIY pipe cleaning
You just finished watching a DIY Youtube video on how to clean your drains. Cleaning your pipes by yourself is not the safest thing to do. It’s one thing plumbing professionals recommend you not do. If you clean your own drains you can run into a number of problems like damaging your drains even further. […]
Fall HVAC System Maintenance
No one wants to come home to an ice-cold house in the middle of winter. The Midwest’s bone-cold temperature is already here, and soon enough we will have snow joining the party. Ensure your heating system does not leave you out in the cold this fall and winter. It is time to add a heating […]
Why you need a home warranty
You just bought a house, and now you want to protect everything in it! Maintaining a home can be expensive, especially if one of your appliances breaks down or if there is a sudden leak in your bathroom. These costs can keep adding up each year. Your answer to all of this worrying could be […]
Signs your stove needs a repair
Your stove has been by your side through every meal and holiday party. You want to keep it by your side for as long as possible. It is important to ensure you can give your stove the repair needs before it totally breaks down. This will save you money and the hassle of having to […]
Home plumbing maintenance checklist – Weekly Tips
The bathroom and kitchen are one of most important rooms in the house that you hope never go out of order. Especially around the holiday season when your house is full of constant guests visiting. It is recommended that homeowners should check their plumbing pipes once a week to ensure their home’s plumbing is running […]
Fall plumbing maintenance
Fall means lower temperatures, leaves, dust and dirt. With winter just around the corner, it’s time to start preparing your pipes for the cold weather ahead. Here are some ways you can maintain your indoor and outdoor plumbing this fall. Indoor – check your water heater Check the temperature Your water heater has to work […]
Earth-friendly, detergent-free laundry
ServiceOne have been your Dubuque and Omaha appliance repair experts for years. We’ve even been recipients of the distinguished Best of Omaha certification! That said, we specialize in more than just repairing your appliances. We can also help optimize and update the devices that keep your home running smoothly. One of those includes your washing […]
How to prepare your home for fall
At the first sign of slightly cooler weather, Midwesterns’ excitement grows because fall is blooming on the horizon. Slowly the days of blistering heat will fade away, and days of colorful leaves, football games and pumpkin flavored everything will take over. But before you can bask in the sweater weather, you should take time to […]
Sump pumps in Omaha struggle to keep up
The rainfall in Omaha on Monday, August 20th was certainly one for the record books! The total for the day across the metro varied, but Eppley Airfield ended up at 6.16 inches. Street flooding became a major issue, as did destroyed landscaping and flooded basements. Did your sump pump have a hard time keeping up […]
Going geothermal with your home’s energy
Fossil fuels are viewed as a necessary evil by many in today’s world. The fuel source powers our cars, homes and, frankly, our lives. We’re also becoming more knowledgeable about how they’re affecting the world around us. Global warming trends have some scientists worried about an apocalyptic-sounding “hothouse Earth.” Awareness levels show that we’re making […]
Three Things to Ask About Whole-House Generators
Whether winter or summer, when a storm rolls in and the power goes out, it can be a huge hassle More parts of modern homes rely on electricity than ever before. Your running water, lights, heating/air conditioning systems, electronics and fridges/freezers are all reliant on your home having power! The worst part of power outages […]
ServiceOne electrical how-to: resetting your circuit breaker
Last week, we chatted about replacing your air filter. The week before, we tackled cleaning out your air conditioner condenser coils. We’re continuing our how-to video series this week – how you can tackle resetting your circuit breaker. When might you need to reset your circuit breaker? There are different times you may wonder if […]
ServiceOne air conditioning how-to: checking and replacing your air filter
Once a month, our ServiceOne air conditioning department likes to send out a reminder to change your air filters in your HVAC system. Last week, we introduced a new how-to video we produced on cleaning out your air conditioner condenser coils. If you’re noticing a marked difference in how your home’s air conditioner is operating, […]
Keeping Your Home Safe On The 4th Of July
The Fourth of July is widely known for barbecues and fireworks. Family and friends gather and lots of fun is had. It’s also the holiday with one of the largest numbers of accidents. Whether those are burn or alcohol-related injuries, a million things could go wrong. The best of Omaha and Dubuque recommend all of […]
Troubleshooting Dryer Issues
When we’re at the pool more and the kids are out of school, we’re going through towels like crazy! Our washer and dryer is going nonstop trying to make sure everything stays clean and dry. But what happens when your dryer stops working correctly? What can you try to fix yourself and when should you […]