Richard K. of Canton, Ohio, had a problem: water was getting inside his home’s electrical service panel. Not only that, but both the panel and his electrical service line had become badly corroded. The deterioration of his electric line likely allowed water to seep...
Replacing an electric water heater can cost from $1,000 to $1,600, with a gas-powered one costing an estimated $1,000 to $1,400 – a bill that can be overwhelming to homeowners with limited funds or a fixed income, especially as the economy recovers.
How do energy consumers view the utilities that serve them? They’ve had an opportunity to appreciate the essential service their utility provides and utility employees’ efforts to ensure access to reliable energy during the coronavirus crisis. Public perception of...
HomeServe USA, a leading provider of home repair solutions, launched Telefix, a new remote home repair assistance option. The new service, which is in early release, allows qualified technicians to remotely examine, diagnose, and even offer repair guidance to help...
Is there news outside of reporting on how COVID-19 is impacting our nation and the world? Sometimes, it feels as if all we are talking or hearing about is COVID-19, and that is a recipe for anxiety. Being concerned about the virus – and its impact on your members and...
Only a few weeks ago, managing loads and consumer engagement were at the top of your mind, but now, you may be looking at having essential employees living in their workspace to maintain the grid, employees falling ill or operational challenges. It's time for focused...
While there are many places for homeowners to cut costs with simple DIY home repairs, with some projects there are safety risks and a potential for creating an expensive problem. Here are some DIY home repairs homeowners should not attempt to do. 1. Electrical...
With ever-increasing numbers of confirmed coronavirus cases, businesses shuttering, layoffs and furloughs, it is only natural that we seek out positive stories to counterbalance growing anxiety. The good news is we are rising to the occasion, being kind and helpful to...
When Robin Tusa of Tusa’s Plumbing was at Tijuana B.’s Fort Worth, Texas, home, she noticed something odd. Before plugging in Tusa’s equipment, the customer turned off the television. Tusa, a HomeServe network contractor, was at the home to unclog a sewer line when...
Since Christmas Day, the Rettinger family has not been thinking about home repair – in fact, it’s been the last thing on their minds. Since husband and father Dave went to the hospital with stomach pains on Christmas, only to subsequently find out that he faces stage...
The town of Oceanside, New York typically only sees a few severe weather storms every year. So, when local resident and homeowner Tom W. noticed his lights flickering sometimes this past summer during some high winds, he made a mental note to investigate further if it...
Ronald S. of Brockton, Mass., had spent three years struggling with a less-than-satisfactory experience with his home warranty company. He’d paid for the contract upfront and felt trapped. So, once the contract expired, he was ready to look anywhere else....
“NOVEC Solutions is a NOVEC subsidiary dedicated to providing members with a network of services they can trust,” said Gilbert Jaramillo, Vice President of NOVEC Solutions. “In 2018, HomeServe became our provider of repair and replacement service plans for a wide...
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