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Everything You Need to Know About Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Outlets (GFCIs)

As any electrician will tell you, you can never be too careful with electricity. But, fortunately, since the introduction of ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) in the 1970s, home electricity has become much safer. Since GFCIs became commonplace in homes, cases of electrocution have dropped by more than eighty percent. GFCIs significantly reduce the risk …

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Furnace vs Heat-Pump: Which Central Heating System Is Right for Your Home

Around The House / By Bryan Davis

A functional central heating system is essential to you and your family’s comfort during the winter. When the temperature begins to drop, you can crank up the thermostat to stay warm. There are several different types of central heating systems, however, two of the most common being furnaces and heat pumps. While both systems can …

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Why Your Air Conditioning AC System Is Blowing Warm Air

Around The House / By Bryan Davis

When you turn on your air conditioning (AC) system during the sweltering hot summer days, you expect it to blow cold air. Most AC systems produce air that’s about 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than the indoor air of the homes in which they are installed. If the air inside of your home is …

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How to Fix Common Plumbing Problems Yourself

Around The House / By Bryan Davis

Getting a plumber in to take care of a plumbing problem can be expensive and inconvenient if you have to wait long for them to show up. You can save yourself both time and hassle by learning how to fix some common plumbing problems yourself. This guide will teach you how to handle the plumbing …

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The Right & Wrong Way to Use a Pipe Wrench

Around The House / By Elaina Davis

The common pipe wrench really isn’t that common at all. In fact, there are at least six different types of pipe wrenches, and they come in dozens of different sizes. If you are considering the purchase of a pipe wrench, you’ll want to know how to choose the right one and how to use it, …

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