Especially, in the Phoenix area, our air conditioning units work extra hard as they take on the extreme heat of the desert. Air conditioning is a critical system and significant expense and investment in our homes and offices. Seriously, we cannot survive long without proper air conditioning in the desert. When it’s time to consider...

How often do you think about the drain system in your home? Most of us don’t ever consider it until there’s a clog or something major goes wrong with the plumbing. For a moment, think about the hassle and annoyance that occurs when a sink, shower, tub, or toilet backs up. It can disrupt whatever...

Spring is in the air in Phoenix and that means the temperature is rising, plants are blooming, and pollen is in the air. With the onset of spring come seasonal allergies and in the U.S. there are approximately 50 million seasonal allergy sufferers. For these people, spring can be a miserable time of year. Reduce...

Spring is a good time to repair, replace, and maintain household equipment such as plumbing, air conditioning, appliances, and more. It’s the time most of us get excited about cleaning up around the house, updating/remodeling, and replacing old, worn out household items. Nationwide, we have the capability of saving billions of gallons of water annually...

According to a recent study, Kohler reveals that three in five Americans think washing with water provides a cleaner feel than using toilet paper alone. With technology today, there are many ways to improve your toileting experience and there are many more innovations ahead. It seems we want everything to work harder, faster, and smarter...

With a variety of heat sources such as furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, solar heating, and electric heating – it’s wise to understand a bit about the subject if you own a home or business. Heating/AC equipment is one of the largest investments you make in home and office. As you know, heating and cooling is...

Are you ready to make some green lifestyle changes in 2017? This is a great time to develop new habits that can help you and the environment. Below are simple ideas you can implement in the year ahead that can positively impact the earth and your pocketbook as well. Taking action on these items can...

Mechanical equipment in your home or business can develop interesting sounds, especially if the system has not been maintained on a regular basis. Our heaters and furnaces work hard to keep us warm in winter, and it’s up to us to properly maintain the mechanical equipment. Proper care of our equipment helps extend its longevity...

Clogs happen in most everyone’s home and they occur for a variety of reasons. Sink, tub, and toilet clogs can be relatively simple – and can often be cleared with a plunger. When all the drains in your home are clogged and backing up, it's time to call the professionals at Marlin Services. Leave the...

According to ENERGY STAR®, one of the most cost-effective ways to increase your home's energy efficiency is to improve the building "envelope," which consists of outer walls, windows, floors, ceiling, and other openings. A residential envelope that is properly sealed and has proper insulation can have a significant effect on your monthly utility costs and...