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Preparing your house for winter involves steps to keep your home warm, energy-efficient, and safe during the cold months. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you get your house ready: 1. Inspect and Maintain Heating Systems •Schedule a professional inspection for your furnace, boiler, or heat pump. •Replace or clean HVAC filters to improve efficiency. […]
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Preheating your chimney is important, especially when you’re using a wood stove or fireplace, as it helps create a strong draft for better airflow and combustion. Here’s why it matters: 1.Improved Draft: Cold chimneys can cause smoke to linger inside the flue, or even push smoke back into your room. Preheating helps establish a draft
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According to the National Fire and Protection Agency chimneys should be cleaned at least once a year, ideally before the start of the colder months when you’ll use the fireplace more. However, the frequency of cleaning can depend on how often you use your fireplace. If you use it regularly, especially with wood, you might
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A burning smell when you turn on your forced air heat is often due to one of the following reasons: 1. Dust Burn-off: After the heating system has been inactive for a while, dust can accumulate on the furnace’s heating elements or in the ductwork. When the system is turned on, this dust burns off,
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September is a great time to focus on home care maintenance as you prepare for the cooler months ahead. Here are some tips to get your home ready: 1.Inspect and Clean Gutters: Clear out leaves, twigs, and debris from your gutters and downspouts to prevent clogs. This will help avoid water damage as fall rains
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Did you know that duct board ducts and internally lined ducts can be cleaned, but they require special care and techniques to avoid damage and ensure effective cleaning. Here are some key points: 1.Duct Board: ● Material Sensitivity: Duct board is made of compressed fiberglass and can be delicate. Aggressive cleaning methods can damage the surface,
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Keeping your HVAC vents clean and free of pests is crucial for maintaining a comfortable home environment. Here are some tips to prevent bugs and rodents from entering your HVAC system this summer. 1.Seal Gaps and Cracks: Inspect your home for any gaps, cracks, or holes, especially around windows, doors, and the foundation. Seal these
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Installing a bird guard can be a wise decision if you are experiencing issues with birds nesting in or around your home, especially in places like vents, chimneys, or gutters. So if you’re asking yourself: “Should I install a bird/rodent guard?,” here are some benefits and considerations to help you decide. Benefits of Installing a
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Power washing, also known as pressure washing, is a common cleaning method that uses high-pressure water spray to remove dirt, mold, grime, dust, mud, and other contaminants from surfaces. Here are some lesser-known facts about power washing: 1.Varied Pressure Levels: Power washers come with adjustable pressure settings, allowing for different intensities depending on the surface
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Inverter air conditioning units are a type of air conditioner that use inverter technology to regulate the speed of the compressor motor, allowing for continuous temperature control. This is in contrast to traditional non-inverter air conditioners, which operate on a cycle of turning the compressor on and off to maintain the desired temperature. Here are
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