Clean and Deodorize your Garbage Disposal
By cleaning your garbage disposal it will last for years to come. Follow these tips regularly for a clean, working, deodorized disposal. 1.
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Tips on keeping your pipes clear
In order to keep water flowing freely through your pipes, keep the following things in mind: Accumulating fats and oils are the main cause for clogs, so never pour fats or other oils down your drains. This includes oils that are not solid at room temperature. If you accidentally spill oils or fats down the drain, run hot water down your drain along with a healthy serving of dishwashing liquid.
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Water Heaters – How to clean it out annually (Its FREE and saves MONEY)
There is nothing more frustrating than turning on the hot water in your shower and instead receiving cold water. Water heaters, like other appliances, need maintenance to increase longevity and reduce the possibility of damage. Water has sediment suspended in it, and as the water sits in your water heater, these particles will often settle to the bottom of the tank, causing damage to the floor of your water heater.
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How to… Drywall ceiling problems
Drywall and ceilings have never really been best friends. Imagine trying to hold a 40 pound sheet of board above your head for years!Drywall is constantly trying to leave the ceiling and hit the floor. We have worked in houses that are 120 years old with original ceilings.
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Look after your dryer in 4 steps
Avoid damage and improve its efficiency by looking after your dryer. Lint build up in your dryer exhaust is a fire hazard; clean the exhaust annually. 1.
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How to inspect your roof annually
Inspect your roof at least once a year to prevent the need to replace the entire roof. Look for water-damaged trusses, or drywall. As well as damaged, discolored, or gravel-less shingles can be the cause of many a leak.
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Maintaining your gutters
While gutters may go practically unnoticed when you look at your house, they are the main line of defense between your foundation and siding and the elements. Gutters are designed to capture water and debris runoff from your roof and divert it away from your foundation, and one of the main causes of water accumulation in basements is a lack of gutter maintenance and proper water diversion. Clean your gutters at least once per year by physically removing debris from the channels and rinsing them thoroughly by using a garden hose.
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Drafty windows?
Drafty windows are a major culprit of high energy bills in the summer and winter months. Periodically check the condition of the caulk line that holds your windows in place. If the caulk appears to be dry, cracked, or otherwise weathered, remove the old caulk with a box cutter or other sharp knife and run a new bead of caulk along the seam.
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Have you tested your smoke alarms recently?
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are your first line of defence. If you don’t have them already throughout your home you should install them straight away. For just a few dollars they can really save your families lives! Replace the batteries in smoke detectors yearly.
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