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3 Tips for Getting the Best Windows for the Money
Growing up, my dad used to have a subscription to this magazine called Consumer Reports. The magazine evaluates products and gives people info that they

Leaking Kitchen Sink Drain: Fix Tips – Bell Bros
One simple truth about plumbing is that there are no good leaks. If water is escaping from somewhere in your plumbing system, you’ve got a

10 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Fall
Pumpkin spice lattes, football, shorter days and colder nights — it’s that time of year again. Fall is in the air. Use this time to

How to Reset a Furnace—and When You Should Call an HVAC Pro
I’m going to be completely honest here for a second: I just don’t know all that much about computers. Now, I can use mine just

The Top 3 Must-Do Fall Plumbing Maintenance Tips
Remember the old story of the ant and the grasshopper back from when you were a kid? Just in case you don’t, I’ll go over

3 Big Benefits of Replacing Old Windows with Energy-Efficient Ones
Have you ever heard this old saying? “Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver and the other is gold.” I know I

“How Long Should It Take for a Furnace to Kick On?” Dan in Sacramento Asks an HVAC Expert
Dan in Sacramento has just started to run his furnace for the cold weather season, and he has a question about whether it’s working right.

Cost of Custom Replacement Windows and Energy Savings
I have a friend who absolutely hates surprises. This old buddy of mine just has never really been one for surprise parties, or for unexpected

How to Prevent Pinhole Leaks in Copper Pipes
Call me sentimental, but I tend to get sad when things I’ve had around my house for awhile start to break down. For example, my

How to Conserve Heat in Your Home With New Insulation
When I was just starting out in life as a young man (which, let’s be honest, seems like a long time ago these days), my

What Are Water Efficient Plumbing Systems and Do I Need One?
Mel in Davis, CA is looking to lower her water bill and to just generally use less water in her home. Mel asks: “Hey there,

Gas Furnace Inspection Checklist: Homeowners Must Know!
Every fall, I have the inevitable task of having to prep my house, yard, and pool for the cold weather. It’s usually been a fun