2017

Say Goodbye To The Swamp Cooler And Get True Air Conditioning

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If you've been trying to use an evaporative cooler, you know that it's next to impossible to keep the house cool on humid days. You even have to keep the windows open a bit to help regulate the moisture coming out of the evaporative cooler, which makes the heat inside the home even worse. There comes a point where the supposed energy savings offered by swamp coolers just aren't worth it because your house gets so uncomfortable, and if you've reached that point, it might be time to consider switching over to real central air conditioning.

10 April 2017

Appliance Lock Out: What To Do When It Happens To Your Gas Furnace

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Keeping your gas furnace in good working order not only improves its ability to heat your home, it also keeps your family safe during the winter. But if your furnace suddenly shuts down, you might have a problem called appliance lockout on your hands. Appliance lockout occurs when a furnace's sensors locate or sense a safety risk and automatically shut down the appliance. The problem can be as simple as a dirty air filter or as dangerous as a clogged intake or exhaust vent.

10 April 2017

Special Appliance Repair Considerations For "Two-In-One" Appliances

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Space-saving appliances and appliances that require no major hookups or ventilation are very popular with consumers. These machines allow consumers to use them in apartment settings, and avoid having to cut holes in walls or create new pipelines. If you are drawn to "two-in-one" machines, just be aware that they have some special appliance repair needs that you should consider prior to purchasing these appliances. Two-in-One Washer/Dryer A two-in-one washer dryer where both machines occupy the same metal box and the same space but with different operation buttons is definitely a tricky machine to repair.

31 March 2017

Cracked Toilets: A Plumbing Reality

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Toilets are sturdy pieces of plumbing equipment. This is why some people get alarmed when they discover that their toilets are cracked. One of the most shocking signs of a cracked toilet is water on the floor around the base of a toilet. However, it is wise to ensure that a crack is the cause. This is because broken wax seals can also cause toilets to leak. Some cracks in toilets are obvious, but there are some that are harder to find.

15 March 2017

Winter Is Coming: How To Prep Your Heating System

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It's not a great idea to wait until cold weather comes to start prepping your home's heating system. You'll end up being in a scramble to get everything ready, when you can do it a little bit earlier in the season and take your time. This is what you need to know about getting your home's heating system ready before winter arrives. Change The Filters Your heating system's filter is designed to keep out all of the dirt and debris that could otherwise pass through your home.

8 March 2017

Troubleshooting A Heat Pump That Blows Cool Air

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A heat pump is an alternative to a traditional gas or oil furnace. These work by pumping warm air into the home and removing cooler air from inside the house. They are an efficient source of heating in most cases. The problem is when the heat pump isn't bringing in warm air, which results in a cold home. The following guide can help you deal with this issue. Is the air really cold?

1 March 2017