Jay Rakestraw

Water Conservation - One Leak Can Make a Difference

Water conservation may feel to some like a gargantuan issue that is beyond one's control. But the truth of the matter is, water conservation is really about doing a lot of little things that add up to make a significant difference. And there really are ma... Read >

Troubleshooting Your Hot Water Heater Problems

If you are like most people, you have experienced problems with your water heater at some point in your life as a homeowner or renter. If you are renting, you are one of the lucky ones that can just call the landlord and have your problem go away. But for... Read >

What To Look For In A Cat Sitter

We all have times when we are away from home for work, emergency, or just to have a little bit of fun. During these trips, more often than not, it is just not practical to bring our cats with us. So, as responsible pet-parents, what are we to do? Should w... Read >

Top 5 Benefits Of Using A Dog Sitter

So you need to take a trip out of your town and have to find someone to take care of your dog while you are gone. You may be thinking about putting him in a kennel or having a neighbor handle this for you. But the best move you can make for your dog is to... Read >

Daily Dog Walks Are Important

People who have dogs want them to be healthy and happy. But this can't happen if your pet is locked away indoors all day every day. Your dog needs to get outside and enjoy a nice walk around your neighborhood, or a nearby park, or maybe even a special tri... Read >

Are Drain Cleaning Products Like Liquid Plumr and Drano Safe?

As professional plumbers, one question that we hear frequently is, "are drain cleaning products such as Liquid Plumr and Drano safe to use on my pipes?" Well, the answer is not a simple yes or no. Let's take a look at the answer and some of the reasoning ... Read >

A Walk-In Tub For Better Quality Of Life

Due to various circumstances in our lives, whether it's an accident or simply growing older, we may need to have special plumbing fixtures installed in our homes to make our homes more accessible. One such fixture that you may need to have installed is kn... Read >

Every Body Deserves A Massage

Whether you are looking to maintain physical health or just indulge in a bit of relaxation. Professional massage therapy will melt away your stress and rid your muscles of tension. You may think of massage as simple an extravagant luxury. But today mor... Read >

Choosing The Perfect Massage For You

Massage therapists offer a variety of traditional massage techniques allowing you to select the perfect nourishing and rejuvenating massage for any need you may have. Regardless of the type of massage you prefer, always provide feedback to your therapist ... Read >

Staying informed of changes in plumbing systems

When many individuals consider their plumbing, their thinking is, "everything works, so why bother." I have known several individuals like this and their worries commonly stem from a lack of knowledge or a fear of the price. But if one take a little time ... Read >

A Tankless Water Heater Saves Energy

Today more than ever, it seems that most people want to do all that they can to conserve energy. Did you know that conventional water heating systems are sitting there and constantly heating the water whether you need hot water at that time or not? While ... Read >