Cool weather is here. Cold weather is on the way. Before it gets too cold, you might want to complete these tasks on the outside of your house. Paint, caulk and seal exterior wood around doors and windows. This will prevent the wood from rotting and eliminate the expense and pain of replacing it. Clean […]
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No doubt about it. Colder weather is on the way. The days are getting shorter. Leaves are turning. We’re into fall activities – to the extent possible. Here are some tips for preparing the inside of your home for the changing seasons. Inside Have your furnace inspected. You’ll want to make sure it is in […]
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Here’s an interesting fact. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, indoor air is two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. Purer indoor air will create a healthier environment in your home, allowing you to breathe better, sleep better, and protect you from conditions such as asthma and sleep apnea. So here are a […]
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Nothing like a nice hot shower to clear the cobwebs in the morning or decompress after a hard day. You’re clean. Maybe even refreshed. But what about your glass shower door? You should give the shower door a good cleaning at least once a week (daily after the last use would be even better, but […]
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Spring is here! It’s time to throw open the windows and give the house a good airing. But wait – before you let the outside air inside your house, think about testing your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ). You’ll want to add improving IAQ to your spring cleaning list. Poor IAQ lowers the quality of […]
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Hopefully, we will soon be able to enjoy many of our warm weather activities with our friends and our families. If nothing else, we will be able to at least hang in our back yards. As we anticipate spending more time outside, let’s think about some things we can do to prepare the outside of […]
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Even though this past winter wasn’t all that bad, you have to be happy that spring is here. You may not be quite ready to do the “outside stuff” to prepare for warmer weather. But while you’re waiting, here are some things you can do inside the house. Clean: Walls, baseboards and outlet covers. Use […]
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You did the right thing and had your furnace maintained. But something isn’t quite right. Your home isn’t warming efficiently. Or you sense the air quality isn’t what it should be. The problem may be dirty ducts. You should consider having your ducts cleaned if: There is visible mold growth inside sheet metal ducts or […]
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With 2020 just around the corner, you no doubt are thinking about your New Year’s resolutions. And undoubtedly resolutions about your home’s plumbing are not top of mind. So to help you out, here are 10 plumbing resolutions (with some “subresolutions”) to greet the new year. Prevent your pipes from freezing. Here are the “subresolutions” […]
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The leaves are changing colors. The Halloween decorations are out. Thanksgiving is around the corner. Now comes that sad ritual of preparing the outside of your house for winter. Here are some reminders. Check your roof. Before the weather turns you’ll want to have your roof inspected for damaged, loose or missing shingles. They can […]
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