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Saving With Your Water Heater This Winter

October 22, 2018

Below is some advice we have for cutting down on hot water and the energy required to heat it.

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The Big Benefits of Fall Heating Maintenance

October 8, 2018

We’ll explain below what these benefits are so you’ll know not to miss a fall maintenance inspection and tune-up for your heating system.

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Do Low-Flow Fixtures Really Make a Difference?

September 24, 2018

Low-flow fixtures make a large difference—especially in an older home with aging fixtures that allow far too much water than necessary.

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What the Slab Leak Is—And Why It’s a Tricky Plumbing Problem

September 10, 2018

A slab leak is serious trouble for a home because 1) it’s difficult to detect at first, and 2) can create significant damage to the house before its detected.

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Leaks, Leaks Everywhere—What’s the Best Solution?

August 27, 2018

Leaks spell bad news all around—especially when those leaks are all around.

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Why a Higher Setting on the Thermostat in Summer Is Better

August 13, 2018

We’re encouraging you to put your thermostat at a higher setting than you normally have it when you’re trying to keep cool.

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What Is Hot Water Recirculation? Is It Worthwhile?

July 30, 2018

You may have heard about something called a hot water recirculation system. This is a great way to make hot water use easier in a home.

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The Overcharged or Undercharged AC: Why You Don't Want Either!

July 16, 2018

To understand why either an overcharged or undercharged AC is a serious problem, we have to explain a bit about refrigerant.

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Are Old Steel Pipes Dangerous for My Family’s Health?

July 2, 2018

If your home is as “new” as even 40 years old, it probably has galvanized steel pipes in it.

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