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Troubleshoot the microwave when it stops working, and know when to hire a professional.
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Household Tips

What to do When the Microwave Stops Working

One of the most used appliances in the kitchen is the microwave. For every leftover and quick meal, we rely on this appliance and don’t always give it the attention..

Gas grill with kebabs being flipped using tongs
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Household Tips

Gas Grill Troubleshooting & How to Fix It

Barbeques and the last days of summer are the best times to bring people together. Sometimes when we fire up the grill on these valuable days, we need to troubleshoot..

Protect your pool pump and other mechanical parts of your pool.
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Home Warranty

Protect the Mechanical Parts of Your Pool

There’s nothing quite like relaxing by your very own pool, but the responsibilities of upkeep also come with a heavy burden. When a mechanical part of your pool breaks down,..

HVAC condenser fan not working?
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Household Tips

Condenser Fan Stopped Working?

In the heat of summer, air conditioning care is among the highest priority for homeowners. When the condenser fan in your air conditioner stops working, it can put an unfortunate..

Learn about the Select Home Warranty Service Fee, required on your day-of appointment with a technician.
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Home Warranty

What is a Service Fee and How Much Does it Cost?

Home warranty coverage gives homeowners the ability to pay a small monthly or annual fee for protection against unexpected costs down the line. In addition to your routine payment to..

Learn how to prevent root growth from damaging your plumbing.
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Household Tips

How to Prevent Tree Roots in Sewer Lines & Drain Pipes

Trees and natural growth provide wonderfully aesthetic benefits to the home, but can also severely damage your property if not carefully plotted. Select Home Warranty offers coverage to repair or..

A new home owner checks for bad appliances.
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Real Estate

Checklist: Assess the Appliances in Your New Home

2021 is the year of new homeowners! Saving up, shopping around and bidding for a home can be a time consuming and stressful ordeal, but the payoff is your own..

Learn about home buying trends and sellers' home warranties.
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Real Estate

Why are Home Prices so High? 2021 Housing Trends & Importance of Home Warranties

Homeowners strive for peace of mind and responsible spending. When it comes to buying or selling a home this year, the stakes have never been higher. Select Home Warranty provides..

Homeowners ask: Do I have a home warranty?
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Home Warranty

How Do I Know if I Have a Home Warranty?

Home warranties provide protection against the costs of repairing or replacing a home’s major appliances and systems. Many times during the sale of a home, the new owners may inherit..

Learn how to clean the kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans.
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Household Tips

Tips for Cleaning the Exhaust Fan: Kitchen & Bathroom

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..

Home warranties are annual plans to protect your home's systems and appliances.
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Home Warranty

One Year Home Warranty: Why is it worth considering?

Homeownership comes with a lot of responsibilities, and unexpected breakdowns can be a major headache. With a one year home warranty, those worries don’t have to become financial burdens. For..

What to do when the pipes freeze? Symptoms, thawing & prevention.
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Household Tips

Frozen Pipes: What to Do? Symptoms, Thawing & Prevention

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..

Use these 5 steps to maintain your boiler and know when to call on a professional.
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Household Tips

How to Maintain the Boiler: 5 Steps

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..

A man holds a flashlight over a sump pump.
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Household Tips

How to Maintain Your Sump Pump: 5 Steps

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..

Learn how to troubleshoot your heated floor.
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Household Tips

Heated Floor Troubleshooting Tips

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..

Learn how to safely wash your shoes in the washing machine.
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Household Tips

How to Wash Shoes Safely in the Washing Machine: 5 Steps

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..

Learn what to do when your circuit breaker won't reset.
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Household Tips

How to Fix a Tripped Breaker

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..

Learn how to change a fuse and how to protect your electrical system from the high costs of repair and replacement down the line.
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Household Tips

Blown Fuse: What Causes It & How To Fix It

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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