Whenever you want to do some home repairs on your plumbing, whether it is to change a leaky faucet or fix knocking pipes, you need to shut off the main water supply. But, most home owners do not know where their main shutoff valves are, especially if they have just moved in or are renting …
Who Invented Air Conditioning? For hundreds of years, people have been trying to figure out how to stay cool in the heat of the summer. But it wasn’t until 1902 that the first modern air conditioner was put into service in Brooklyn, NY. Since then, many adjustments and improvements have been made to make air …
Air conditioners cost a lot of money to operate – even more when they don’t work at 100% efficiency. So, it is important to perform the various regular maintenance tasks that ensure the system uses as little electricity as possible in your home. The first thing on your list (and the easiest) is cleaning those …
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Why Choose a Programmable Thermostat? There are many types of thermostats available for your home, but which is the best for your particular needs? It depends largely on how often you are home, how many rooms you have and how people in your house use each of those rooms. A programmable thermostat in particular is …
It is definitely convenient to have a garbage disposal in your kitchen. They make doing the dishes and getting rid of food waste much easier. But just like any other appliance or piece of equipment in your home, your garbage disposal can sometimes develop a problem that causes it to leak or perform inadequately. Leaky …
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Every now and then something strange happens that is simultaneously baffling and frustrating. Gray water from your washing machine backing up into your sink is one such problem and for many homeowners it can be an ongoing source of annoyance. Why does this happen? To start with, know that your sink and washing machine drain …
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One of the most annoying things your furnace can do in your home is to constantly keep turning on and off. This on-off cycling keeps your home from heating up properly. This action – called short cycling – also requires more electricity and drives up utility bills. Short cycling is caused by an overheated furnace, which triggers …
Sewer odors can not only be quite annoying, but they can also be a sign of a problem with your plumbing system. If there is a sewer smell in your home, the best thing to do is call a professional plumber right away. A professional can easily diagnose the problem and correct it before it …
Owning a home is a joy in and of itself. There is an undeniable satisfaction that accompanies being the master of your own domain. Unfortunately, that also means being the master of all the maintenance in that domain. Being proactive in doing regular, preventive maintenance is the best strategy to keep your house in shape …
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Sometimes leaks may be obvious, but other times it can be much harder to pinpoint exactly where your leaking is coming from. Signs that you have a “hidden” leak can include an increase in water consumption. Your municipality may send you a letter warning of the increase in used water and advise that the cause …
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