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• Tips For Homeowners Video - Water Heater Maintenance

  Water Heater Maintenance Video
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• Top Home Electrical Upgrades For Summer

  Summer is a perfect time to enhance your home's electrical system for better safety, comfort, and functionality. Upgrading your outdoor lighting with porch lights, path lights, or security lights can improve curb appeal, deter crime, and create a welcoming ambiance. Installing a standby generator provides peace of mind during power outages by automatically switching on and powering your entire house using natural gas. Finally, ceiling fans improve air circulation and work alongside your cooling system to keep your home comfortable without actually lowering the air temperature.
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• The Least Expensive Ways To Save On Your Energy Bill

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• Plumbing Upgrades To Consider When Remodeling Your Bathroom

  When renovating your bathroom or kitchen, consider these plumbing upgrades for value and efficiency. New faucets with low-flow aerators can save water. Showerheads come in various styles, including multi-head systems for a spa experience and low-flow options. High-efficiency toilets use significantly less water per flush compared to older models, and comfort-height toilets are easier to use for some people.
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• Tips For Homeowners Video - GFCI Outlets

  This document discusses the importance of GFCI (Ground Fault Interruption) circuits in protecting people from electrical shock in wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms. It will also explain how to test these circuits to make sure they are functioning properly.
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• How Ceiling Fans Help Cut Cooling Costs During Hot Weather

  How Ceiling Fans Help Cut Cooling Costs During Hot Weather
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• Why Do Sump Pump Fails and How to Prevent it

  A sump pump is vital to prevent basement flooding, but it can fail for various reasons. Power outages can render them useless without a backup battery. The float switch that turns the pump on might get stuck and need annual testing. Low-quality pumps might not last long, and all sump pumps wear out over time. If you suspect your sump pump is failing, have it inspected by a plumber.
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• Plumbing System Odors - Getting Rid of Smells Inside the Home

  Persistent plumbing odors can indicate problems. In bathrooms, a worn toilet wax ring or blocked vent pipe might be the culprit. Basement odors often stem from dried-up water traps. To prevent this, pour water down the drains. Kitchen sink smells likely to come from food debris buildup in the garbage disposal. Grinding ice cubes, lemon peels, and dish detergent, followed by cold water, can eliminate those odors. If you're unsure about the cause, call a professional plumber.
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• Understanding Plumbing Noises Around the Home

  Your home's plumbing system can make various noises, some normal and some indicative of problems. Whistling might mean a leaking toilet fill valve and vibrations from the toilet could also be caused by a worn fill valve gasket. Banging noises can be caused by loose pipes, expanding metal pipes, or water hammers. Rumbling from your water heater suggests sediment buildup. If you're unsure about a sound, it's best to call a professional plumber.
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• 5 Things To Consider When Choosing a New Air Conditioner

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