Blog – Blakeslee & Son

Plumbing Water Heater

What Causes Your Water Heater to Leak from the Top?

When you notice your water heater leaking from the top, it’s alarming. Here are some…

blakesleeadminFebruary 16, 2024

Plumbing

Why Won’t My Toilet Stop Running? | How to Fix

Everything you need to know about your running toilet and how to fix it. When…

blakesleeadminMarch 17, 2023

Plumbing

Why Your Water Smells Like Rotten Eggs—And What to Do

Have you been dealing with an unpleasant rotten egg smell coming from your water? This…

blakesleeadminFebruary 17, 2023

Air Quality Humidifier

Whole-Home Humidifiers 101: Is A Whole-Home Humidifier Right for Me?

There’s a lot to look forward to when winter comes around. Many Michiganders look forward…

blakesleeadminJanuary 25, 2023

Plumbing

What to Do With Frozen Pipes

Frozen pipes, at best, are a major inconvenience. At worst, they can be a catalyst…

blakesleeadminDecember 22, 2022

Air Quality

Carbon Monoxide in Your Home? Here’s What to Do!

Headaches, nausea, and fatigue…is it the flu, or something much more sinister—the harmful effects of…

blakesleeadminNovember 10, 2022

Air Quality

Do Air Purifiers Help with Mold?

Winter brings snow to West Michigan, and moisture brings mold! If you’re struggling with discomfort…

blakesleeadminOctober 18, 2022

Furnace

Why a Furnace Tune-Up Is More Important Than You Think

Have you ever woken up on the first cold day of the year to find…

blakesleeadminAugust 12, 2022

Air Conditioner Furnace Thermostat

Diagnosing Common Thermostat Problems

As a homeowner, chances are you’ve run into problems with your thermostat. Maybe the thermostat…

blakesleeadminAugust 2, 2022

Plumbing Water Quality

DIY Plumbing: How to Install a Water Softener

Hard water can wreak havoc on your home’s appliances, your body and wellbeing, and your…

blakesleeadminJuly 6, 2022

Plumbing

Owner’s Guide to Hot Water Heater Maintenance

It’s incredibly easy as a homeowner to forget all about your hot water heater as…

blakesleeadminMay 13, 2022

Water Quality

Why Does My Water Taste & Smell Bad?

There’s no singular reason why your water has a bad taste and smell to it,…

blakesleeadminApril 8, 2022

Air Conditioner

AC Not Blowing Cold Air? Here’s Why

There is nothing worse than your AC failing to cool you down in a heatwave.…

blakesleeadminMarch 15, 2022

Water Quality

Do I Need a Water Softener? | Water Softener 101

Cracking, dry skin. Clogged pores and acne messing with your skincare routine. Dull, limp hair…

blakesleeadminFebruary 10, 2022

Tankless Water Heater

Are Tankless Water Heaters a Worthwhile Investment?

Considering making the switch to a tankless water heater? You’re not alone. Many homeowners are…

blakesleeadminJanuary 11, 2022

Furnace

What Size Furnace Do I Need?

How do you know where to begin when looking for a new furnace? There’s a…

blakesleeadminDecember 8, 2021

Air Quality

Using UV Light for Indoor Air Quality

Since the air circulating your home is invisible, indoor air quality can become out-of-sight, out-of-mind…

blakesleeadminNovember 5, 2021

Furnace

Why is my Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

The last thing you want on a cold morning is to turn on your furnace…

blakesleeadminOctober 21, 2021