Category: Helpful tips

How to Rough-In Electrical Wiring

By Team Enoch on April 30, 2021

“Rough-in” wiring means that all the electrical cables have been pulled through the studs of the wall and that boxes for light switches, outlets, and receptacles have been placed. But the wiring has not been connected to your breaker box and the various switches, outlets, and...

Roofing 101: Roofing Basics to Get You Started

By Team Enoch on April 12, 2021

If you own your home long enough, the odds are that you’ll need to replace or repair your roof along the way. Having some knowledge of the parts of a roof, roofing terms, and the different roofing options available to you will help you make smart and informed decisions.

Electrical Basics: A Beginner's Guide to Electrical Work

By Team Enoch on March 22, 2021

You depend upon electricity in your home. But how much do you know about how electricity works in your home? Do you understand how electricity enters your home, how it’s distributed, and the devices that control it and provide you access? In this beginner’s guide to electrical work, we’ll get you up to speed on the basics of your home’s electrical system.

HVAC Systems for Beginners

By Team Enoch on March 19, 2021

Do you ever stop to consider what a modern marvel your home’s HVAC system is? A properly functioning and well-maintained HVAC system provides a level of comfort in your home that past generations could only have dreamed of. With the flick of a switch or tap on your smartphone, a modern HVAC system will keep you cool and dry during hot and humid summers, while shrugging off the worst chills that old man winter can deliver.

Plumbing Basics — Plumbing 101 for Beginners

By Team Enoch on February 22, 2021

You count on your plumbing to provide your home with safe water for cleaning, cooking, and drinking. And you also rely on it to provide sanitation by safely carrying away wastewater. Your plumbing is essential —

A Guide to Improving Indoor Air Quality

By Team Enoch on February 5, 2021

Most Americans spend 80-90% of their time indoors. Combine that figure with the trend towards ever more tightly sealed homes and you’ll realize that indoor air quality…

A Smart Guide to Winterizing your Home

By Team Enoch on December 23, 2020

Winter can be hard on our homes, and the costs of keeping our home warm and cozy can be hard on our wallets. The physical demands of freezing temperatures…

Dirty Sock Syndrome - What It Is and What to Do

By Team Enoch on November 9, 2020

Where is that awful smell coming from? You’ve kept the house clean, the clothes hampers are all empty, and you’ve taken out the trash...

Home Improvements that can Increase the Value of Your Home

By Team Enoch on November 3, 2020

Your home is probably your biggest investment, and you want to be sure that you’ll get the most out of it when it’s time to sell. To make sure that your home gets top dollar, it’s important to...

A Complete Guide to Storm-proofing Your Home

By Team Enoch on October 19, 2020

Your home is your safe haven, and that’s particularly true when the weather turns frightful. To make sure that your home is truly prepared for what nature can dish out, you should be sure to storm-proof your...

1 2 3 … 7 Next »