One of the busiest times for plumbers is during the holidays, especially the days following Thanksgiving. Between the large meals and heavy use on the homes entire plumbing system, issues with toilets and drains are common place. These clogs are usually the result of grease and oil being poured down drains, which forms a dark colored...
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Helping Hands will be returning to the air after taking a brief break during the 2012 London Olympics. Our first episode back from the break will be the re-airing of our “Art Show for Amanda” episode. Amanda’s episode had originally aired in the aftermath of the devastating “Derancho” storms that knocked out power for...
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As jobless rates continue to hold and the cost of living increases, more and more people are finding themselves in need of assistance. Unfortunately, not for profit groups are unable to meet the rising demand and government assistance covers only basic necessities. Because of these circumstances, it’s up to the private sector to fill...
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This is the season for home repairs and if you’re ready to get started, so are we. Michael & Son is currently offering some great specials that will get your home in shape and not be too hard on the wallet. Whether it’s plumbing, electrical or HVAC, we’ve got a deal that will save...
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Energy efficiency is something most homeowners are always trying to achieve. Whether it’s remembering to switch off lights in unoccupied rooms or opting to open windows on a nice day, we do so hoping those little things will add up to significant savings. Unfortunately, with energy cost steadily on the rise, it’s very difficult...
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Michael & Son Richmonds General Manager, Joe Mummert, was recently invited to play in the Darrell Green Charity Golf Tournament. The tournament was for the benefit of “The Youth Life Foundation” which aims to provide less fortunate children with learning accessible learning centers in their areas. We had a chance to speak with Darrell Green...
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Michael and Son Cares Team are wrapping up their second cares job this year in Triangle, Virginia. The two families who received assistance from the Cares Team had strikingly similar stories. Both were single mothers who were forced to leave their jobs in order to care for their sick children, and both were saddled...
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The Michael & Son Cares team has been working tirelessly over the last few months throughout Virginia and Maryland. Since the first episode of “Helping Hands”, the request for assistance have been pouring in and the Cares Team has been working over time to keep up. Because of the current economic climate, those in...
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As the temperature rises, so does the amount of home being listed for sale. Spring time is real estate season and if you’re one of the many people planning to put your home on the market in the next few months, you’ve got a lot of work to do. Sellers face stiff competition in...
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With the nations energy cost steadily on the rise, many homeowners are looking for an inexpensive, efficient and effective ways to heat and cool their homes. One of the more complex but economical choices is Geothermal heating and cooling. Geothermal systems are complex and require an extensive knowledge of multiple trades. Due to the...
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