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Does Your Septic Tank Need a Filter?

Mar 06, 2025

A septic tank filter can make a world of difference in maintaining a healthy septic system. This is everything you need to know.

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Why Does My Well Water Have So Much Iron?

Mar 06, 2025

Do you know what causes iron in well water? Iron is often found in ground and well water. While discolored, water containing iron is usually safe to drink.

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Your Oven Might Be Leaking. Here's What to Know About Your Oven Door Gasket

Mar 05, 2025

What is an oven door gasket, and how can it impact your energy bills and cooking times? Learn more about how to maintain and replace this important oven part.

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Why Is Cold Outside Air Coming in Through My Dryer?

Mar 05, 2025

What is happening when your outside dryer vent is blowing cold air into your home?

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VIDEO: How to Unclog Your Sink Drain With a Plumber’s Snake

Mar 04, 2025

One of our HomeServe homies — a bona fide HomeServe network plumber — showed us how to diagnose and deal with a stubborn slow-draining sink.

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Is Well Water Safe to Drink?

Mar 04, 2025

The short answer is that well water can be perfectly safe to drink, but it requires proper maintenance and regular testing.

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70,000 Boilers Recalled After Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Deaths

Mar 03, 2025

Federal safety authorities have issued a recall for nearly 70,000 gas boilers in the United States and Canada due to a defect that has already been implicated in the carbon monoxide poisoning deaths of two people.

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What to Know About the Low-Maintenance Home Trend

Mar 03, 2025

If you’re considering a low-maintenance home or want to make your current property easier to manage, understanding the right materials, design choices and strategies can make all the difference.

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5 Signs of an Over-Insulated House

Mar 02, 2025

Can you over-insulate a house? Find out how too much insulation can affect the performance of your HVAC unit and the comfort level of your home.

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The True Cost of Storm Repairs

Mar 02, 2025

Has your home suffered damage due to a storm or natural disaster? Learn more about how much storm damage repair costs and how to pay for it.

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How to Protect Your Mountain Home

Mar 01, 2025

Mountain homes offer seclusion from city living, but they do come with unique maintenance and upkeep challenges.