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What Happens if I Do Electrical Work Without a License?

Spoiler Alert: A Lot of Really Bad Things We love a good DIY project. They’re so satisfying, aren’t they? Fixing something with your own two hands? Confidence-boosting. Making custom upgrades to your space? Comfort-enhancing. Saving a pretty penny? Wallet-approved! Of course, that’s assuming everything goes well. But be honest: How many DIY projects have you … [Read More]

Why Does My Garbage Disposal Keep Backing Up?

Let’s be honest: A clogged garbage disposal is just ewwww . First, there’s the mystery smell. Then there’s the inconvenience of a slow-draining sink, complete with bits and pieces of yesterday’s breakfast floating around in there. Gross. Garbage disposals back up for plenty of reasons—including these top three. Disposal Clogging Culprit #1: Incorrect Use File … [Read More]

Tankless Water Heater Not Working? Here’s What to Check

Tankless water heaters are energy-efficient, have low maintenance costs, and are reasonably durable. But just like any appliance, they’re not completely immune to issues.  If your tankless water heater isn’t performing up to par, here’s what you should check.  Scenario 1: There’s no hot water! This is the most common problem you can expect with … [Read More]

Is it Safe to Cut the Ground Prong?

A short-term solution could cost you more than you think From time to time, we all ask ourselves big questions: Why are we here? Is there life on other planets? Which came first—the chicken or the egg? And why the heck do some, but not all, of my electrical cords have three prongs instead of … [Read More]

What Those Weird Air Conditioner Noises Mean

As you start to rely on your air conditioner more and more often this summer, you may start to notice strange noises coming from it. If you do happen to hear unusual noises coming from your air conditioner, you should call for repairs right away. Strange noises tend to indicate some kind of problem with … [Read More]

Situations When Your Carbon Monoxide Detector May Be Triggered

Carbon monoxide is a very dangerous gas. Undetectable to any of our senses, it can seep into your home and infiltrate your living spaces without you knowing it. This is where having the whole-home protection of a carbon monoxide (CO) detector comes in. As soon as an unhealthy level of CO is detected in your … [Read More]

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