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Off-season Furnace Care: Everything You Need to Know

July 18, 2018

You might not use your furnace in the summer, but this season is the perfect time to get help with off-season furnace care and maintenance. Performing routine inspections and regularly cleaning the furnace and filter can help the furnace work efficiently for the cold winter seasons to come. Not sure where to start on furnace…

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How to Know It’s Time to Replace Your Furnace

July 4, 2018

Your furnace is crucial when it comes to heating your homes. As it ages, you must decide, as a homeowner, how many repairs you’re willing to pay for before it is time to replace it altogether. For example, as your furnace gets older, it works overtime to heat your home, which results in breakdowns that…

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Four Signs You Should Call a Repairman

June 20, 2018

Every homeowner has questioned appliance function and wondered, what signs warrant a call to the repairman? Appliance repair can be tricky, and if you are not careful, you can end up causing more damage than good. If you are unsure about when you should be calling a professional to help out with maintenance, here are…

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How to Prevent Your A/C Unit from Getting Clogged

June 6, 2018

People rely on A/C units frequently, but few know anything about the necessary cleaning and maintenance needed to prevent clogging from occurring. A/C clogs can prevent your unit from cooling properly and also be expensive to repair. To prevent costly bills, here are a few tips for preventing clogs in your A/C unit. Get to…

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Four Reasons your Home Should have a Standby Generator

May 27, 2018

Storm season is upon the US, and the best way to prevent your home from experiencing any issues is by utilizing a standby generator. Power outages cut off electricity to your entire home, potentially causing food to go bad and inconveniencing day to day activities. Not sure if you should invest in a standby generator?…

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Signs Your A/C Unit is Leaking

May 9, 2018

I think we can all agree that a leaking A/C unit in need of repair is a major hassle. Using an air conditioning unit to cool a space requires electricity and refrigerant to flow through the A/C unit, resulting in cooler air. Leaking A/C units are one of the most frequent issues with malfunctioning air…

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Stay Warm: Get to Know the Ins and Outs of your Water Heater

April 18, 2018

I think we can all agree that water heaters are a crucial appliance in our lives. However, the average homeowner knows very little about them. Water heaters store hot water utilized in the shower and sinks throughout the home. This article will highlight the ins and outs of how a water heater works and provide…

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Breathe Again: How an Air Purification System Can Benefit Your Home

April 11, 2018

Air purification systems are a useful way to help clean air and remove impurities. Harmful air particles, such as dust or bacteria, are often microscopic and go unseen. Air purifiers work to trap allergens and particles, making it easier to breathe. This article will highlight how air purifiers work and the benefits of including them…

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A Beginner’s Guide to Using a Humidifier this Winter

March 21, 2018

If you are finding your house to be extra dry this winter, then a humidifier is a great addition. Colder winter temperatures cause moisture levels to drop both inside and outside of homes, causing the air to be much drier than other seasons. This can exacerbate allergies and congestion during peak illness season. A humidifier…

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The Importance of A/C Maintenance Through the Seasons

March 7, 2018

While most of us rely on the cooling impact of A/C units, very few understand the importance of A/C maintenance and repair. Spending a few minutes and a little elbow grease each season to check in on your A/C unit can help your house stay cooler for longer and save you money in energy costs.…

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