It’s the most festive (and busiest) time of the year, including for your home’s plumbing and heating! Whether you’re hosting two guests or twenty, December is when toilets work overtime, drains take one for the team and furnaces earn their keep. Don’t worry… Pearson’s here to help make your home merry, bright and blissfully problem-free. […]
Feast-Ready Plumbing & A Cozy, Warm Home
Fall is here; cue the sweaters, cider, and cozy nights in! But before you hunker down for the season, we’ve got a few updates and tips to keep your home (and air!) in top shape. Plumbing Do’s and Don’ts for the Holidays The holidays are all fun and games until the sink stops draining and […]
Will Baking Soda Kill Fleas?
When you discover fleas in your home, your first instinct might be to reach for something already in your pantry. Baking soda often comes up as a natural home remedy for everything from cleaning to deodorizing—but will baking soda kill fleas? Unfortunately, while it may offer some temporary benefits, baking soda alone isn’t enough to […]
Carpenter Ants vs Termites: Which One Do I Have?
Few things worry a homeowner more than discovering insects inside their home. When you see winged insects swarming near your foundation or piles of sawdust collecting around your baseboards, two culprits often come to mind: carpenter ants and termites. Both pests can cause significant damage, but they are not the same. Understanding the difference between […]
What Should Indoor Humidity Be in Summer?
When summer rolls into Illinois, it brings high temperatures and high humidity. That sticky, muggy feeling you get outdoors can easily make its way inside your home if you’re not careful. If the air in your house feels damp, clammy, or just uncomfortable, the issue could be your indoor humidity levels. So, what should indoor […]
How Long Can a Tick Live Without a Host?
Ticks are tiny, blood-feeding arachnids that can cause big problems for humans and pets alike. Known for spreading dangerous diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, these pests rely on a host to survive—but what happens when a host isn’t available? And how long can a tick live without a host? The answer […]
Summer’s Heating Up—Keep Your Cool
Summer is in full swing, and so are the backyard barbecues, pool parties, and heat waves! How do you handle the heat when your air conditioning is out? Schedule a Service Call A/C Out? Here’s How to Chill While You Wait! If your A/C decides to take a summer break, don’t panic, Pearson is on […]
House Hot? 0% Deferred Financing NOW on new A/C and Other Repairs!
The temps are climbing, the sprinklers are spinning—and Pearson is here to help you make the most of the season. Schedule a Service Call Big Projects but not a Big Budget? No Problem! At Pearson, we know that plumbing and HVAC upgrades aren’t always in the budget—but comfort and peace of mind shouldn’t have to […]
Plumbing Issues in Older Homes – What You Need to Know
When we think of older homes, we often imagine beautiful, historic houses built in the early 1900s. But homes from the 1970s and 1980s are also now considered “older” and can have their own set of plumbing problems. As time goes by, materials wear out, and homes age, leading to various plumbing issues, and we […]
Keep Cool & Bug-Free This Summer with Pearson!
Before summer kicks into high gear, it’s the perfect time to prep your home. Let Pearson help you start the season fresh, cool, and worry-free. Schedule a Service Call Summer Cooling: Get Your A/C Ready for the Heat! A pre-season A/C tune-up helps: Catch small issues before they turn into big breakdowns Keep your system […]
