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Addressing Your Home’s Hard Water

25 February 2021
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There are many pieces of misinformation and myths that homeowners may have to contend with when they are attempting to address a potential hard water problem in their home. Myth: You Will Be Able To Tell Your Home's Water Is Hard By Looking At It It is often an assumption among some homeowners that they will be able to determine whether their property is suffering from hard water by simply looking at a glass of their water. Read More …

How To Prevent Condensation And Leak Damage Around A New Water Heater

17 February 2021
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It can be disheartening to remove your old water heater and find signs of ongoing water damage. While some of the damage may have been caused by a leak, some damage could also be a result of condensation. Fortunately, there are steps you can take while installing a new water heater to reduce the chances of both leak and condensation-related water damage. 1. Opt for High Insulation Higher insulation on the tank itself can reduce condensation simply because there will be less heat loss to react with the cooler air outside of the tank. Read More …

What To Do If You Can’t Clear A Clogged Drain In Your Home

1 February 2021
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Clogged drains in the home are among the most common problems that affect the plumbing and can be challenging to clear. In many cases, you will need to call a plumber for a stubborn clog so they can bring some tools to break up the blockage and get the drain flowing correctly.  When To Call A Plumber When a drain is flowing very slowly, or the water will not go down at all, you can clean the drain out if you see something in it like hair or food. Read More …

Parts Of The Septic Tank

25 January 2021
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Your septic tank consists of several parts, each with its own purpose and maintenance needs. Knowing the parts of your system and how they are most likely to fail can help you properly schedule maintenance and avoid problems. Generally, the septic system should be inspected annually. Input Baffle The entrance of the sewage from your home into the tank system begins at the input baffle. The baffle connects the main sewer pipe to the tank, below the soil surface but near the top of the tank. Read More …

3 Things That Can Cause Your Air Conditioner To Overheat And Shut Down

11 January 2021
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Your AC will usually shut down when it overheats to prevent damage to the equipment. If your AC doesn't run as long as it usually does, that could be a sign it's overheating and shutting off to protect itself. This problem can be caused by a number of things, and it's important to have repairs done before your equipment is damaged or before the problem drives up your power bill. Here are three things that can cause your equipment to overheat and the AC repairs that might be needed. Read More …
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Turn Your Bathroom Into a Spa-Like Retreat

Could your bathroom benefit from a little updating? A few years ago, I grew tired of my outdated bathroom. I decided to tackle my own remodel, which consisted of re-painting my vanity cabinets, updating the lighting fixtures and hardware, and giving my bathroom a fresh coat of paint in a modern grey color. I spent very little, but my bathroom now looks modernized, and is a space I can actually enjoy spending time in! I put together this blog to help like-minded homeowners update their own bathroom spaces in a budget-friendly way. I hope you find some great ideas here to try out for yourself!

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