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Six Reasons a Spring AC Tune Up is Vital

A spring AC tune up is the best way to get your AC unit ready for the summer’s scorching heat. Summer heat is harder on your air conditioner than the 24 Hours of Le Mans is on racing cars like these, featured in dailysportscar.com. In fact, it’s far worse. During the hottest times of the… View Article

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DIY Furnace Repairs – and When to Get an HVAC Pro

Some simple DIY furnace repairs can get your heater running right and save the cost of a service call. But some repairs need require a pro because there are dangers to avoid when working with this complex, and essential, component of your home’s comfort and safety. Home heaters are quite reliable, especially when properly maintained,… View Article

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What is a Point of Use Water Heater?

Point of use water heaters can cut the long wait for hot water to arrive after you open the faucet. It may seem obvious, but the length of time you wait depends on how far the faucet is from the water heater. The more pipe it has to travel through, the longer it takes. A… View Article

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Is a Whole House Humidifier Right for Your Home?

A whole house humidifier can make a big difference in your health and the overall comfort in your home. After all, it’s not just temperature of the air that affects your comfort level – humidity plays a big part, too. When your furnace or fireplace runs it dries out the air in your home, making… View Article

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Slab Leaks: What Causes Them and How to Repair Them

Slab leaks a fact of life in areas were soils are unstable. Homes are built on concrete slabs or using pier and beam construction because basement walls can crack and break from the pressure of shifting soils. Slab construction became popular during the post-WWII construction boom because it was faster and cheaper. A rebar-reinforced 4”… View Article

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Poor Indoor Air Quality May Be Ruining Your Health

Ways to improve indoor air quality in your home may not be your first thought when you have watery eyes and a runny nose. After all, those are typical symptoms of suffering with allergies or a cold. But poor indoor air quality could also be to blame. Problems with indoor air quality (IAQ) can lead… View Article

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Why You Shouldn’t Install a Water Heater Yourself

If you have decided to install a water heater yourself to save money or to test your DIY plumbing skills, we suggest you may want to reconsider. There are good reasons water heater installation accounts for a significant portion of the price of a new water heater, with safety and actual cost heading the list…. View Article

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Four Ways to Get Instant Hot Water at the Faucet

The quest for a way to get instant hot water at the faucet or shower is a common one. It might not be as universal as something like the search for the meaning of life, but the possibility of instant hot water has crossed the mind of just about everyone who has watched water run… View Article

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Choosing the Best Smart Thermostat for Your Home

Choosing the best smart thermostat for your home can unlock the full potential of today’s high-efficiency air conditioning and heating systems. If you have a manual thermostat in your home, you have few options other than on and off and basic temperature controls. That was once the standard, but these days it’s like watching your… View Article

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Water Heater Maintenance – What You Need to Know

We’re betting water heater maintenance isn’t at the top of your to-do list today. We understand, but keep in mind that water heaters are sneaky. They know when you have house guests, when you plan to do laundry and when you’re ready for a hot shower. That’s when they deliver ice water on cue. Most… View Article

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