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IS FLEXIBLE DUCTWORK A GOOD CHOICE FOR YOUR HOME
When upgrading your HVAC system, always pay close attention to the ductwork Flexible ductwork is a growingly popular alternative to traditional hard metal ducts. Before you decide whether or not it’s right for your home, consider the pros and cons carefully.…
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Air Conditioning | Heating | Indoor Air Quality
HOW TO PREVENT A NOISY WALL FURNACE
Most of us heat our homes with some type of furnace— oil, gas, electric, propane. While these are great for providing adequate heat in cold months, they can be very noisy. The most common source of furnace noise is the…
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Heating
COMMON SUMP PUMP PROBLEMS SOLVED
There IS Sump-thing You Can Do About Your Sump Pump! If you live in Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Gloucester, Camden, and Burlington County New Jersey, or Northeastern Maryland, chances are you have a sump pump (or maybe even TWO sump pumps) in your…
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Plumbing
IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS FOR USING CHEMICAL DRAIN CLEANERS
Risks and Dangers with Chemical Drain Cleaners Chemical drain cleaners are useful for clearing all sorts of tough clogs. However there are a variety of risks and dangers with using these chemicals to clear your drains. Many of these chemicals…
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Plumbing
TEN SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR ELECTRIC FURNACE
Keep Warm, Keep Safe, Keep Zap-Free! For some homeowners, an electric furnace is a practical, affordable home heating solution. But electric furnaces do pose a number of safety hazards, including the risk of electrocution and fire. If you are thinking…
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Heating | Safety Tips
THE IMPORTANCE OF PIPE INSULATION
Winter’s Coming…Are Your Pipes Protected? Pipe insulation is probably something you never think about as a homeowner. The fact is, though, that most home builders don’t think about it much either. Skimping on pipe insulation is one of the first places that shady…
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Plumbing