Month: August 2022
Don’t let summer electrical storms short circuit your electronic equipment
Late afternoon summer thunderstorms can sometimes offer a cool relief from the relenting heat of seasonal sun. But they can also cause damage to your home’s electronic equipment if the storm causes a power outage or surge, or trips your home’s circuit panel. That’s why the Roanoke electrical experts at Southern Trust Home Services recommend
Cut your utility bills with these energy saving tips
Between rate increases and inflation caused by the pandemic and the war in Ukraine, Virginia homeowners can expect their utility bills to go up by 12 to 20% this summer. But there are ways homeowners can offset some of these costs by ensuring their homes are running as efficiently as possible. Your Roanoke cooling experts
Rid your home of high humidity with these tips
With the Dog Days of Summer on top of the Roanoke area, many homeowners may still be feeling the effects of the high humidity even with their air conditioning unit running at a warp speed. Humidity in the Southern United States is no joke. And, until William Carrier accidentally invented air conditioning in 1902, the
Is it time to burst your pipes? When trenchless line repair is necessary.
If you’ve ever experienced a problem with a leaky underground pipe, you know how alarming it can be to have your yard, landscaping and even outdoor living spaces disturbed by the need to dig up an area to replace the pipe. In the past, when this portion of your plumbing needed relining, repair or replacement,
Nasal congestion may not be a sign of a cold – it could be poor air quality
If you are suffering with nasal congestion, worsening asthma or allergies, the problem may not lie with your body’s defenses but could be a sign that your home’s air quality is poor. Many people think that staying indoors will help them avoid air pollution or allergens that can trigger breathing problems, but the issue could
