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Your End of Summer AC Maintenance Checklist
As hard as it is to believe, summer is nearing a close, and it’s time to start wrapping things up. Before it’s time to flip that switch on your thermostat for heat, there are a few things left to do with your air conditioner. Here is an easy checklist to care for your AC before…
Read MoreWhat Do Different Thermostat Modes/Settings Mean?
A thermostat is a device that helps you regulate temperature levels. It does so by activating or deactivating your AC system whenever the system goes below a certain level. With an optimized mode, you will be able to run your system at an efficient rate. However, an ineffective setting might lead to increased energy bills…
Read MoreHow To Prepare Air Conditioner for the Summer
When the hot summer months are upon us, it’s every homeowner’s responsibility to prep their home air conditioning system for its long job ahead. Whether you do the preparation steps yourself or you hire a professional to tackle them, it’s a good idea to understand what they involve. Start by Changing Your Air Filters Every…
Read MoreWhy Do Air Conditioners Freeze Up?
As children, we were fascinated by the ice that would form on a dehumidifier or air conditioner. However, ice forming on your air conditioner is a sign it is not working properly, and in need of professional attention. Here are some of the top reasons why your air conditioner may freeze, and how to prevent…
Read MoreWhen Was Indoor Plumbing Invented?
For thousands of years, humans have had to deal with the problem of procuring safe drinking water and getting rid of their wastewater. Indoor plumbing has a long history, but the fixtures and pipes as they’re known today are relatively recent inventions. Read on to learn about when indoor plumbing was invented, including each of…
Read MoreWhy Does My Bathroom Smell Like Sewage?
You probably have air fresheners or candles in your bathroom to ensure there is a pleasant scent. However, sometimes the sewer smell in your bathroom won’t go away. Sewer smells in your bathroom can be irritating and hazardous. When waste accumulates and decays inside your sewer pipes, you will likely experience sewer smells that can…
Read MoreWhat Are The Most Common Plumbing Problems?
Whether you own or rent a home, maintenance becomes unavoidable. At times, plumbing problems could occur without any warning. With plumbing systems, it’s not uncommon for pipes to break down or for them to separate at their joints. Typical mishaps may also create problems, such as freezing pipes. Whatever the reason that causes a plumbing…
Read More3 Ways to Avoid Damaging Your Plumbing System
When you turn the handle on a faucet or turn on your washing machine, you expect to be greeted by a flow of clean, clear water. You also expect that water to drain away when you’re done with it. If you’re not careful, though, you could be unknowingly damaging the plumbing system in your Niles…
Read More5 Noises That Mean Your Heat Pump Needs Attention
Despite its name, a heat pump is part of your heating and cooling system. Whether it’s winter or summer, the heat pump works by removing heat from the air. The difference between the two seasons is where the heat pump delivers the heated air. During the winter, the warm air is distributed through the vents…
Read MoreHeat Pumps: Are They Energy Efficient?
As a homeowner, what you might not know is that heat pumps are actually extremely energy efficient. Below, we’ll take a closer look at the technical details of how these pumps reduce electricity usage while keeping you comfortable. Basic Heat Pump Design Heat pumps contain refrigerant that is pumped between two separate copper tube coils.…
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