The winter months can cause a great deal of wear and tear to the exterior of your home, as well as to your landscape, but the freezing weather can even cause damage within your home. Your plumbing can be subjected to burst pipes and major leaks if the water inside your pipes manages to freeze, since water will expand when it turns to ice. Luckily, there are a number of things that you can do to help ensure that your plumbing stays in good condition until the warm weather finally returns.
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Nearly every home has a central heating and HVAC system. It is the safest and more efficient way to heat and cool a house. Because it is so efficient, there are many people who think that they don't need to worry about the upkeep of the system, but in reality, just like every system and appliance in your home, it needs to be watched, maintained and cared for. Here are some signs that your HVAC system needs attention.
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When there's a toilet leak or you want to put in a new sink, you may be doing a little research and thinking that it's something you can tackle. As you keep watching online videos or tutorials, you may feel even more confident that you can conquer the situation. However, before taking action, you ought to address these plumbing project questions.
1-Are Permits Needed?
Few of the resources you're likely referencing to learn about making repairs or installing new items mention permits.
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Perhaps your plumber mentioned that you have hard water, or maybe you've just heard friends and neighbors chatting about it. Hard water is a frequently misunderstood concept. But understanding what the term means and what you need to do about hard water will help you make the smartest choices for your home and family. Read on to learn the basics.
What is hard water?
Hard water is water that contains a lot of dissolved calcium and magnesium.
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A dripping outdoor faucet may not be as irritating and damaging as a leaky indoor faucet, but it wastes water just the same. Plus, there's always a risk the drip will keep getting worse until there's water spewing from the faucet. It's best to call in a plumber to fix problems with an outdoor faucet before the situation escalates into costly damage or a high water bill. Here's why calling a plumber is probably better than DIY repairs.
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