Household Tips
Before winter settles in, your furnace maintenance checklist should be at the top of your home to-do list. Your furnace works quietly in the background, until one cold night, it..
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Key Takeways: Monthly homeownership costs include recurring expenses like taxes, insurance, utilities, maintenance, and protection plans like home warranty. Costs vary widely depending on location, climate risks, and the home’s..
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Key Takeaways: Home maintenance costs are rising due to higher labor rates, material prices, aging homes, and extreme weather patterns. Budgeting 1% of your home’s value annually, or saving monthly,..
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A plumbing stoppage is one of those problems that every homeowner dreads. One moment, your pipes seem fine, but then you are stuck with a sink that refuses to drain..
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Big, clunky water tanks are a thing of the past. The future? Compact heaters that provide hot water on demand. Are you considering taking on the challenge of how to..
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Your shower just betrayed you again. You are ready for a relaxing shower after a long day, but the water keeps flipping between too cold and too hot. Frustrating, right?..
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Household Tips
Home exhaust fans can accrue a lot of dust and grime. When this area of your home is not routinely cleaned, it can make a surprising difference to the home’s..
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Frozen pipes are among the biggest worries for homeowners during cold months. When temperatures drop, frozen pipes can become a very stressful and costly issue. Home warranties provide protection against..
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Boilers are among the most efficient methods of home heating, keeping your home reliably warm through winter months. There are a few ways you should check up on your boiler..
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Sump pumps are the key to setting your home up for success when it comes to water entering the home. This simple mechanism could mean all the difference between saving..
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On chilly mornings, there’s nothing better than stepping onto a heated floor. Many homeowners strive for the day they can install and enjoy these delightful heating fixtures. When your heated..
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Washers and dryers endure many, many cycles over their lifetime. They handle cleaning everything from your bath towels and sweaters to socks -- and even shoes! It’s important to keep..
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If you find your circuit breaker trips often, you’re not alone. Older homes aren’t built to handle families that use many electrical devices plugged in at once. This issue may..
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A blown fuse can surprise any homeowner. You may have just plugged in your microwave, turned on the garage light switch or started the radio. No matter the reason, don’t..
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Flooded basements are among every homeowner’s greatest fears. Years of memories could be stored in the basement along with furniture, clothing, holiday decorations, and many other important family possessions. Most..
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Weekly chores are difficult enough. When the dryer stops spinning, drying the laundry becomes a whole different task, stealing your attention away from more important home duties. Unfortunately, issues with..
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Dishwashers are underappreciated, until the moment they stop working. This appliance is a staple for many homes and can become a frustrating issue. When dishes start piling, it’s even more..
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Everyone has their happy place. For some, that place is relaxing on the couch, while for others it’s relaxing in the hot tub. Your jetted tub or spa requires routine..
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One day you might take a shower, and the next you might run the bath. For everyone with a combination shower and bathtub, this is a choice we don’t expect..
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Whether you’re routinely cleaning or it’s about time to use some elbow grease, the shower and bathtub take special care. We use these areas of the home daily, sometimes causing..
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Garbage disposals are designed to shred food and other waste and keeping your kitchen pipes clean. Read More about 5 Signs It’s Time To Replace Your Garbage Disposal. For peace..
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When it comes to enjoying summer, there’s nothing quite like relaxing beside your own pool. That’s why on these bright and sunny days, sitting by a murky pool can be..
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Whether you rent an apartment or own your home, hot weather is the great equalizer. Everyone worries about when it might be time to repair or replace the air conditioning..
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Don’t worry, a clogged drain isn’t a reason to use your home warranty unless you notice these troubling signs. We’ll walk you through how to clear a clogged drain in..
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