Besides the cold and the snow, the lack of humidity during the winter is one of the least enjoyable parts of the season. Did you know that low humidity (the amount of moisture in the air) causes more than just dry skin? Low humidity can: • Cause irritation of sinuses and throat. Exposure to low […]
Winter is Coming! Four Ways to Make Your Home More Cozy
Nobody wants to think about it, but whether we acknowledge it or not, winter is on its way! Instead of getting caught off guard and left, literally, in the cold, it’s a good idea to prepare your home now for the months ahead. Here are a few ways you can make your home a bit […]
Best Ways to Take Care of Your Furnace
The past few months have definitely given your furnace a workout. The new year started off with some of the coldest temperatures we’ve seen in quite a while, and although it’s warmed up quite a bit in the last few weeks, your furnace still has a solid 5 or 6 works of hard work ahead […]
Rockford Home Show 2018 Raffle!
It’s that time of the year again! Pearson will once again have a booth at the Rockford Home Show and, as always, we will be raffling off some amazing prizes! Anyone who stops by our booth anytime between Friday, Feb. 23 and Sunday, Feb. 26 will be eligible to enter a drawing for one of […]
Five Frightening Ways to Ruin Your Garbage Disposal
October is a spooky time of year. Ghosts, ghouls and goblins adorn nearly every street corner and house in the neighborhood in preparation for Halloween. Horror movies play constantly on our television screens, regaling us with tales of vampires, witches and the undead. But do you know what’s even scarier than the sights and sounds […]
Four Fire Safety Tips to Protect You, Your Home and Your Family
Fire Safety Tips to Protect You, Your Home and Your Family October 8th through October 14th is Fire Prevention Week! Each year, house fires account for thousands of injuries, deaths and billions of dollars in damage. Prevention and planning are two of the most critical factors in protecting your family and home from a devastating […]
You May Be Ready for Fall…But Is Your HVAC System?
Autumn has officially been here for about a week, but up until recently, the weather has felt more like the middle of summer. Temperatures have recently climbed up into the 90’s and more warm weather is in the forecast. Over the next few months we’ll see temperatures fluctuate here and there, but for the most […]
Signs Your Water Heater Could Be Acting Up
Like most appliances in our home, the only time we really notice our water heater is when it stops working. Until the hot water supply stops, that big, metal cylinder in the basement usually goes unnoticed. Most water heaters are built to last up to twelve years and can last even longer with proper maintenance. […]
Creative Ways to Save on Your Monthly Heating Bill
We’ve still got plenty of warm and mild weather to look forward to, but it never hurts to prepare! Find out how you can curb your monthly energy bill this winter by using a few of these somewhat unconventional tips. Seal your chimney with a…what? Warm air will always travel upwards, so in homes that […]
Common Fall Invaders (And How to Stop Them!)
Although August has only just begun, autumn will be here before we know it. Many of us think of fall as our favorite season here in the Stateline. The weather is mild, the scenery is beautiful and football makes its return to our living rooms. From falling leaves to apple pie, just about everyone has […]
