DIY Swamp Cooler – Stay Cool With a Budget-Friendly Solution Evaporative cooling is popular in dry western climates because it’s cheaper to run than air conditioning. This type of cooler also adds moisture to the air, making it better for sinuses and allergies. Keep your swamp cooler working its best by replacing cooling pads and […]

How to DIY Shower Drain Repair/Replacement Shower drains are the source of many home plumbing problems. Fortunately, these issues are often easy to fix. Use a plunger to dislodge any blockage. If that doesn’t work, try a drain snake. Or, if you’re not squeamish about body hair and gunky buildup, you can try using a […]

If you’re looking for the best places to get a Christmas tree in the Yelm area, including Tumwater, Lacey, Olympia, and nearby towns, there are several great options: These farms offer a range of Christmas trees and a festive experience, making the search for the perfect tree both fun and memorable. Each location has its […]

As the winter air grows crisper and the festive lights start to twinkle, the communities of Yelm, Tumwater, Lacey, Olympia, and nearby areas like Rainer, Roy, Spanaway, Centralia, and Chehalis are abuzz with excitement. With just 21 days left until Christmas 2023, the anticipation is palpable in the air. This period is not just a […]

As the festive season approaches, residents of Yelm, Tumwater, Lacey, Olympia, and neighboring towns like Rainer, Roy, Spanaway, Centralia, and Chehalis are gearing up for one of the most enjoyable yet challenging tasks: Christmas shopping. While it’s a time of joy and giving, finding the perfect gifts without the stress of crowded malls and long […]

Winter in Tumwater can be enchanting with its gentle snowfalls, but the beauty comes with its own set of challenges. Last January, the Jacobson family experienced one of the harshest ice storms to hit their ranch in decades. Amidst the freezing temperatures, their heating system decided to take an untimely break, leaving them in the […]

As the golden leaves of autumn give way to the crisp breezes of November, we at Christianson’s Heating and Cooling, based in Yelm, extend our warmest Thanksgiving greetings to you and your loved ones. In this season of gratitude and gathering, our team is more committed than ever to ensuring your home is the perfect […]

Keeping your home’s temperature at a steady level will reduce your HVAC system’s workload. However, wild weather changes can throw your system for a loop. The brighter period of the year in Olympia lasts for 3.9 months and begins around June 11. The darkest month of the year is February, with an average cloud cover […]

Centralia stands out from the crowd of abandoned towns by still having some functional buildings, as well as its municipal building that houses two fire engines and an ambulance–one of the highest fire engine-to-house ratios globally. Centralia’s real story lies within its people who lived there; how did they manage? History At first, the town […]

With pollen season in full swing, many people are experiencing increased allergy symptoms. It’s important to know that your HVAC system can impact your indoor air quality and contribute to these allergy symptoms. Allergens such as pet dander, pollen and dust move on air currents easily, so your HVAC system becomes a traveling conduit of […]