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All Homeowners Should Know These Electrical Terms

Jul 13, 2022

Familiarizing yourself with common electrical terms can help you with troubleshooting and knowing how serious an issue may be. Here are eight of them.

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What's Up With the Fridge? 5 Common Refrigerator Problems and How to Fix Them

Jul 13, 2022

Refrigerator issues can often be solved on your own. Here are five common fixes that can help you save some time, money and the ice cream in the freezer.

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Where Is the Water Heater in My Manufactured or Mobile Home?

Jul 12, 2022

Locating a water heater inside a mobile or manufactured home can be challenging, as they're often tucked away in unexpected places. Here are some spots you should check before calling the manufacturer for assistance.

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How Do You Clean the Condensate Pump on Your AC Unit?

Jul 12, 2022

Cleaning your HVAC system's condensate pump and lines is a simple maintenance task that can go a long way. Here's how to do it.

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Learn a Little Sump'n Sump'n About Sump Pumps

Jul 11, 2022

Sump pumps help prevent flooding by transferring water from a basement or crawlspace to another location, away from your house. Here's a quick primer.

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Why Is My Water Heater Dripping?

Jul 11, 2022

As with most repairs, the first step is to properly diagnose your issue. Read on to discover some of the most common water heater leaks and how to fix them.

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How Much Does It Cost to Install a Storm Door?

Jul 11, 2022

The cost of a partial- or full-view storm door is based on its style, features and whether you install it yourself or hire a professional contractor to do the job. Here’s what you need to know.

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Clothes Dryer?

Jul 10, 2022

It can also be difficult trying to figure out whether to repair or replace your dryer when it breaks. Luckily, learning a bit about dryers can help make such decisions less confusing and may even save you some money.

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Which Switch Is Which? How to Map Your Circuit Breaker Panel

Jul 08, 2022

Do the switches on your circuit breaker have labels? This guide covers some simple steps you can take to create your own circuit breaker mapping tool. 

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How to Install a Smoke Detector

Jul 08, 2022

Smoke alarms are a key safeguard and provide peace of mind for when you’re both home and away. Here's how to install both battery-powered and hardwired models.

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What Is an Air Conditioner SEER Rating?

Jul 07, 2022

SEER stands for seasonal energy efficiency ratio. Read on to learn how knowing this number could save you some cash.