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Summer is (unofficially) here, which means you’re more likely to spend time on the road. In fact, the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day is the busiest time for American roads. That said, it’s important now more than ever to understand the ins and outs of your engine. Why It’s Essential To Have…

Summer can be a tricky time for your water bill. You need to stay hydrated, keep cool, and fill up an excessive number of water balloons (for science, of course). But the last thing you want to worry about when you’re having fun in the sun is how high your water bill will be. Fortunately,…

There are a number of plumbing problems American homeowners are capable of handling on their own without the help of a plumber. Yet simple fixes can quickly turn into big mistakes if you’re not careful. Here are some of the most common plumbing mistakes homeowners make and how you can avoid them in the future….

Warmer weather is officially here, which means the average household will soon be paying higher utility bills to power their air conditioners just to keep cool. Yet many American homeowners are paying more for their utilities than they need to. Consider the following tips to help keep your own utility bills down this season, whether…

Spring is officially here, which means warm weather is just around the corner and soon you’ll be turning on your air conditioner to keep cool in your car. But don’t forget that your car needs to keep cool throughout the year, not just during warmer weather.   Your car’s radiator is what keeps your car’s…

Hoses have been around for thousands of years for transporting liquids (gases, etc.) from one place to another. They were pivotal in the fluid transfer process then and are even more important now. The trouble is, now, they work behind the scenes so efficiently that sometimes their maintenance slips. When maintenance slips, leaks happen. Suddenly,…

Not every project you have in mind will end on a good note. Bad things happen, pipes break, hoses leak, camera lenses try your patience. Fortunately, an adjustable hose clamp has everything you need to get you out of a tricky situation. You can use different types of hose clamps around your house, such as…

When it comes to types of hose clamps, you may be familiar with their use in DIY plumbing and quick fixes on the average vehicle. In fact, a stainless-steel clamp is often used as a heavy duty zip tie or even a replacement for duct tape. But what is a hose clamp specifically designed for?…

Sometimes it feels like there are as many different types of hose clamps as there are blades of grass in a field. They all look roughly the same, to a layman, but each serves a unique and important purpose. The following are six of the most common hose clamps and the best situations to use…

Hose clamps are offered in a variety of sizes and materials. However, each hose clamp provides the same basic function: to create a tight seal between a barb and a hose. Hose clamps, be they a stainless steel clamp or torro clamp, can be used for automobiles, planes, or even around the American household for…