If you’re a handy homeowner or just someone who wants to try to save some money by fixing their furnace themselves, then you’ll need to know what the lights on your furnace mean. Knowing what the light means is the first step to diagnosing the problem. Where do I find the lights on my furnace? […]
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Not sure what kind of home furnace you have? This article will help you identify what type of furnace you have in your home and give you some considerations if you’re considering replacing it. What is a furnace? A furnace is an appliance that pulls cooler air from your home, heats the air, and then
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There are multiple different types of pipes when you are dealing with plumbing. But, which one of these options will be the best for your project? This article will cover several different types of pipes, their purposes, and what they are best used for. What is DWV pipe? The abbreviation: DWV stands for Drain, Waste,
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We’ve all seen the commercials for different types of drain cleaners. Pour it down your drain, and your clog will be swept away without any more problems! But what if that is not the whole story? What if there could be problems associated with its use? This article will tell you the truth about drain
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What is a cesspool? A cesspool is a precursor to the modern septic tank system. The concept uses a pit in the ground that is usually lined with stone, concrete, or brick. Wastewater from the home enters the cavity, where it is held until it can seep into the earth through the holes in the
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An integral part of a modern septic system is the leach field. A leach field is designed to allow filtered waste material from your home to be safely absorbed across a large area of the ground. Without a leach field, the septic tank would quickly fill up with greywater and sewage and would need to
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Many air conditioning systems will have a float switch connected to the low voltage side of the system. A float switch is designed to keep your home AC unit from causing water damage to your home when the drain pan becomes full. Keep reading to discover more about float switches and their purpose. What is
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As we’re coming up on spring and summer, when the past few years have seen record highs, keeping homes cool and ventilated is an increasing concern. Attic fans are a blanket term for a handful of slightly different products designed to keep the air in your home’s attic moving and maintain a balanced ventilation system.
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Whether replacing your roof or installing one for the first time on a new build, you want to make sure it’s done right. Today we’re talking about roofing underlayment and the similarities and differences between the market’s most popular options. What is Roofing Underlayment? Roofing underlayment is a waterproof or water-resistant layer installed between the
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A cozy fireplace in the home draws you in and creates a peaceful, inviting space to relax and spend time with those you care about. My parents, for example, deliberately placed their TV on the opposite end of the house so that the “fireplace room” of their older home became a room that was purely
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