How to Get Rid of Drain Flies

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Did you wake up one morning and enter your bathroom, only to find fuzzy little bugs in your sink or shower? These insects are known as “drain flies,” and they are a common nuisance for homeowners near and far. While these small, winged insects aren’t harmful to people, they are incredibly frustrating to deal with

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How Does a Dehumidifier Work?

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We expect our air conditioners to keep us comfortable during the summer months despite the sweltering heat. While these systems provide cool air on a regular basis, they might not always be able to keep up with the high humidity levels inside our homes. High humidity can happen for many reasons. Taking a hot shower,

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How To Clean Air Conditioner Coils

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As a homeowner, you’re probably aware of how hard your air conditioner works during the summer. The high temperatures can be overwhelming, but our cooling systems go above and beyond to keep us cool. As a result, it’s important to keep up with your unit’s maintenance needs. One maintenance task you can complete yourself is

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6 Tips to Increase Your Air Conditioner’s Lifespan

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Nowadays, more homeowners are beginning to take pride in making their homes more sustainable. One of the most important home appliances to care for is your AC system. Maintaining your air conditioner can keep your home running smoothly, keep energy bills low, and help you maximize your time with a fully functioning AC unit. Following

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4 Common Causes of a Main Sewer Line Backup

4 common causes of a main sewer line backup

You probably don’t give your sewer system much thought — and why should you when everything is working as it should? It isn’t until the kitchen sink gets clogged or the toilet starts backing up that you start to worry about the health of your plumbing system. A sewage backup is, by all means, a

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What Is a Sump Pump?

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A flooded basement is a homeowner’s worst nightmare. When you think about all the stuff you store in the basement, from expensive appliances to irreplaceable keepsakes, it’s hard to imagine how you would react to having everything ruined by water damage. The good news? This is a scenario you’ll never have to worry about with

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How to Fix a Sewer Backup in the Basement

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Sewer backups are a common plumbing problem in the summer months due to heavy rain from frequent storms. While many of us are fortunate enough to get through this time of year with dry basements, others are not so lucky.  Learn how to fix a sewer backup in the basement and what causes sewer backups

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How to Prevent a Shower Clog

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A clogged shower drain is a common annoyance for homeowners. Whether it’s a lot of hair, soap scum, or something else entirely, it’s likely you need to take a few preventative measures to prevent a shower clog.

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What Is Considered a Plumbing Emergency?

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There’s no denying that all plumbing problems are a nuisance. From drain blockages to leaky pipes, your goal is to fix the problem as quickly as possible. If you’re staring down an unexpecting plumbing issue, you might be wondering: what is considered a plumbing emergency?

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Why Boiler Kettling is Dangerous

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Is your boiler making a deep rumbling sound as though it were a giant tea kettle about to boil over? That sound is, appropriately, referred to as kettling, and it’s a symptom of a pretty serious problem with the system.  When your boiler sounds like a tea kettle, you need to take fast action to

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Top 7 Most Common Sump Pump Problems

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Whether you live in a place that’s prone to heavy rains or you merely want to safeguard your home against water damage, sump pumps can be great additions to your home. Sump pumps, which can be installed in your basement or crawl space, work hard to keep your home dry from harmful water levels.

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Avoid a Thanksgiving Plumbing Clog With These 5 Tips

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When you think about Thanksgiving, your mind immediately wanders to delicious food, parades, football, and time well-spent with friends and family. With all of that food and good company, the day after Thanksgiving ends up being the busiest day of the year for plumbers. Instead of enjoying Black Friday deals, many homeowners find themselves worrying

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Is it Time to Repipe Your Home? 8 Signs You Should Know

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Whether you’ve been considering a home renovation project or are simply tired of constantly blowing your savings on plumbing repairs, it might be time to consider repiping your entire home. Repiping your home isn’t a small project; in fact, the project might seem overwhelming and intimidating, but it’s necessary. Below, we’ll go over eight signs

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The Advantages of Having Zone Control for Your Home’s HVAC System

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HVAC zoning has quickly become the heating and air conditioner installation of choice for Washington, DC, residents! It offers homeowners greater control and better energy efficiency by breaking up the home into different zones, each having its own thermostat and control panel. HVAC zoning can regulate temperature by using dampers in the ductwork, which redirect

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How to Prevent Flood Damage at Home

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With every storm comes infinite concerns. For those of us located between the two rivers in Washington, DC, the threat of flooding is, unfortunately, always a possibility. Luckily, there are always ways to stay ahead of floodwaters damage by making minor home improvements or significant renovations to your home. No matter your budget, here are

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Three Reasons Why Your Garbage Disposal is Leaking

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If you have noticed a puddle of water located under your kitchen sink, the chances of your garbage disposal leaking are high. Like any other plumbing issue, this is not something any homeowner wants to deal with, especially when you don’t know how to fix your leaking garbage disposal.  Before calling your trusted garbage disposal

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Why Does My AC Use So Much Power?

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When it comes time to turn on your central air conditioning, your budget often groans. The increased power consumption required to employ your air conditioner’s cooling power will often cause a rise in your electric bill, and every homeowner dreads the moment when the first one arrives.

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Should You Switch to Ductless Air Conditioning?

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Within every home, the air conditioning and heating systems play a significant role in monthly utility costs, seeing as they make up, on average, 46% of energy consumption. However, some units are more energy-efficient than others and can automatically lead to lower bills month over month. 

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