Several important aspects of your plumbing system lie beneath your home, in its slab foundation. These pipes connect your home’s faucets and drain to your city’s water supply line and sewage system. As your house ages, the pipes in your slab can become damaged and leak. Detecting a slab leak, however, can be difficult. What […]
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It’s no secret that power outages are inconvenient at best and dangerous at worst. These times are further complicated if you can’t safely use your home’s plumbing system. Below, we explore what aspects of your plumbing system you may be able to use and what aspects are unavailable during a power outage, plus tips for
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What Are the Best Drain Clearing Methods? Clogged drains are one of the most common plumbing issues in households. And while you can take measures to prevent drain clogs, it’s inevitable to experience clogs at some point. When they happen, it can be tough to know which is the best way to clear them out. There
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Your air conditioner is vital for keeping your home cool. So, when it starts making strange noises, you’ll want an AC technician to diagnose and solve the problem quickly. After confirming the noise is coming from your AC, the next step is to determine what kind of noise it is. Keep reading to learn the
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If you want to make your garage more comfortable, air conditioning can certainly help. If you keep a refrigerator or freezer running in your garage, there are also practical reasons for adding air conditioning. Without it, these appliances may overheat when running on hot days. Here is how to air condition a garage Add insulation Unless you intend
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Programmable thermostats can help you reduce your energy bill, but only if you program them wisely. By varying the temperature setting a few degrees to match changing needs day or night, you can save the most. Here are tips for choosing the best thermostat settings for summer. Setting the thermostat for when you are home Most
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When it comes to the furnace in you Fairfax home, efficiency matters. The more efficient your heating system, the lower your energy bills. To calculate a furnace’s energy cost, you need to consider both the type of gas it burns and the electricity required to operate the unit’s blowers and controls. Furnace Efficiency Ratings How effective a
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Are you confused by the many HVAC terms your contractor uses when repairing or installing home comfort equipment? Get in on the conversation by learning the top nine HVAC terms every homeowner should be comfortable using. SEER: Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. Air conditioners earn higher SEER ratings if they operate more efficiently. SEER 13 is the
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When it comes to purchasing an air filter, you may be tempted to spend more money on a high efficiency model. But does it really help keep your home’s air cleaner than a lower efficiency model? Air filter efficiency is rated by the Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, better known as MERV. This rating is determined by
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Like most other people, you probably look forward to pulling into your driveway after a long day of work. Your home is your personal sanctuary, where you get to kick up your feet and relax with your family. But that relaxation can come to an abrupt halt when your HVAC system goes kaput in the
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