The COVID-19 threat heightens our attention to possible symptoms – fever, cough, lethargy. This awareness helps to keep us healthy. In much the same way, you should be aware of symptoms of a “sick” heating system. This will keep you and your family safe and healthy with respect to your furnace. What are the obvious […]
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Recessed lighting can add to both the form and function of your room, be it the kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom, or any other room. Here are some things for you to consider when adding recessed lighting to a room. 1. Identify your goal As with any other project, you need to determine what your […]
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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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Relaxing in the back yard and throwing burgers on the grill hardly seems the time to think about heating your home. But when the leaves begin to fall and cool winds begin to blow, you may be surprised to find that trusty old furnace is a fair-weather friend. Here’s why now is the time to […]
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You’ve done your best to make sure there is no lead in the water that comes into your home. You’ve had it tested. You’ve made sure there is no lead in the solder and pipe fitting in your home. There are no brass valves or fixtures that could contain lead. But if you want an […]
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Have you ever decided not to buy something only to find yourself saying a few days later, “Boy, I wish I had purchased that item. It would really have come in handy today?” A whole house generator is one of those products we often fail to buy until we find ourselves really needing it. Here […]
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More than 400,000 people a year die from exposure to lead, and even small amounts of lead can cause serious health problems ranging from high blood pressure to respiratory problems to depression and even to reduced sperm count and miscarriage or still birth. Children and older adults are specifically at high risk. Children younger than […]
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“Oh, no, where did this water come from?” You stepped into your bathroom to find a puddle of water at the foot of your toilet. Should you panic? No! First, determine the source of the leak. You can fix some leaks easily, but other, less visible, problems may require the diagnostic services of a licensed […]
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Some surprises are fun – surprise parties, winning raffle tickets. But all too often surprises related to critical appliances bring unwelcome expense and days of discomfort. In these hazy days of summer, no Chicagoan wants the ‘surprise’ of a failed AC unit. So, how can you avoid such a cooling emergency? Here are some common […]
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“How long should it last?” That’s a question we ask when we buy pretty much anything. Below we provide some estimates of how some common household products should last. A few caveats: These are estimates and results can vary widely. To make sure you know when a product’s useful life may end, you need to […]
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