With October being National Fire Safety Month, it’s a good time to be reminded of the fire hazards around your home. One of the biggest fire safety hazards in your home is electrical problems. Electrical failure or malfunctions account for almost 34,000 home fires, on average, per year and result in roughly 440 deaths and […]
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The air handler of your HVAC system relies on the air filter to remove the dust, mold, pet dander, fabric fibers and other particulate from your equipment. This not only helps your system run better and last longer but also helps the indoor air quality of your home. Below are the reasons why it’s important
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With Hurricane Florence quickly approaching, it is important to make sure your home is prepared to withstand high winds, heavy rain and flooding. Below are some ways to prepare your HVAC unit for the storm and how to handle your appliances after the storm is over. HVAC Preparation Before the Hurricane Turn off the breakers
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We don’t usually think about our AC it stops working and we’re stuck in a hot mess. But if your AC needs repaired, there will be signs that it needs to be fixed before it’s too late. Below are some indications that your AC system needs service and/or repair. Warm Air Blowing This is not
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When you have a small child, just about every square inch of your home needs to be childproofed — and that goes for your register vents as well. Children love to pull them up and drop them on their feet, or stick arms and legs down the vents. They also seem to delight in putting
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Keeping a basement completely dry is always a challenge — especially in areas where they sit below the groundwater level. It’s imperative to have a reliable sump pump to keep excess water out of your house, protecting it from the dangers of mold and mildew growth. Sump pump pits are dug in the lowest part
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Last year there were at least 88 hail events reported in this part of North Carolina, with some hail being nickel- to quarter-sized. Hail can damage your car, roof, and even your air conditioner. When your air conditioning unit suffers from hail damage, there may be dents to the metal housing of the unit and
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Everyone talks about the summer heat, but what about that summer humidity? This season is hot and humid, sometimes with humidity levels reaching between 80% and 90%. High levels of humidity make the temperature feel even hotter than it really is, because the moisture in the air is making it difficult for our bodies to
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One of the best upgrades for increasing the value of your home is a bathroom remodel. Cabinet styles and floor plans change every few years and updating these can add comfort and convenience to your home. The fun part of a remodel is selecting the cabinets, tile and faucets – these are a matter of
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Plumbing professionals will tell you there’s a reason for their training – and sometimes tasks that seem simple require far more knowledge and experience than you might think. That said, if you’re the handy type and have the time to do small jobs around the house, there are a few basic plumbing tasks you can
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