On the surface, your outdated home heating oil system could look like it's saving you money by going for so long. However, this is a dangerous game to play, and if you don't know exactly when to replace your system before it's too late (a wholly impossible skill), you could be footing a massive bill. Fuel oil remediation is no small business, and if you find yourself smelling oil coming from an outdated fuel tank or line, you could be the next one to shell out big money for an environmental repair job.
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Now that summer is right around the corner, furnaces will not need to be used for several months. This is the time to do your routine furnace repair and maintenance, as it will not disrupt usage and it will give you a chance to make any bigger repairs before you will need to use your heat again. Here are some routine maintenance steps you can take yourself in an attempt to get your furnace prepared for the next cold snap.
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Your home's heating system is likely the single most important factor in determining how comfortable your house is during this time of the year. Unfortunately, it is possible for your heating system to encounter major problems, and this can quickly cause the temperature to plummet.
Learning some questions and answers about routine issues that your home's heating system may encounter will help you to know what to do when these issues appear:
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Central air conditioners are like any other appliance in that the unit requires occasional maintenance and repair to work efficiently. If the vents in your house have stopped putting out cold air regardless of your thermostat settings, there's a problem somewhere in your unit.
A few different problems can cause the cooling to stop. You can diagnose the problem through a bit of cleaning and testing or skip ahead to calling an air conditioning repair technician for assistance.
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So, you've opened up the cabinet underneath your sink to find a puddle of water. Oh no! Your garbage disposal is leaking, and you're not sure what to do. Can it be repaired? Will you need to replace the disposal altogether? By keeping some important tips in mind as you troubleshoot your garbage disposal issues, you can have the problem diagnosed and fixed in no time.
Unplug the Disposal Before Servicing
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