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• Tips to Get Your Home's Plumbing System Ready for Fall

  As we approach fall, it's time to prepare your home's plumbing for the colder months ahead. Disconnect outside hoses, repair faucet leaks, flush your tank water heater, and shut off and drain outdoor lines. Seal cracks, insulate pipes, and check washing machine hoses for damage. Ensure your sump pump is functioning correctly to prevent issues.
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• Weathering the Storm With a Whole House Generator

  A standby generator provides numerous benefits during power outages caused by severe storms, including the ability to charge mobile devices, keep the air conditioner running, cook on electric appliances, maintain lighting throughout the house, prevent food spoilage, stay informed via TV, and avoid relying on flashlights or candles.
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• Fall Electrical Safety Tips

  As the fall weather moves activities indoors, prioritize electrical safety to safeguard against electric shocks and fires. Follow tips such as not tucking electric blankets under mattresses, keeping outdoor electrical devices dry, and storing warm weather tools properly. Ensure electric blankets are in good condition and never allow pets to sleep on them.
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• Why Should You Insulate Your Home

  Adding insulation to your home before the heating season can save energy, improve comfort, and prevent issues like ice dams. Insulation helps reduce heating costs, maintain even temperatures, and prevent heat from escaping through the roof, mitigating the risk of ice dams forming during winter.
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• What Can't You Flush Down the Toilet

  Despite being labeled as "flushable," many common items can cause serious clogs when flushed down the toilet. These include disposable wipes, feminine products, cotton balls, Q-tips, paper towels, facial tissue, prescription medications, cigarettes, and dental floss. Disposing of these items in the trash is safer to avoid plumbing issues and environmental harm.
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• 4 End of Season Air Conditioning FAQs

  As summer transitions to fall, consider adjusting your A/C usage and preparing your system for the cooler months. You can use ceiling fans to supplement cooling, clean or change filters, clear debris from outdoor units, and consider covering the outdoor condenser for protection. It's also wise to schedule maintenance to ensure your A/C and furnace are in good condition.
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• Late Summer Furnace Maintenance Checklist

  To prepare your furnace for colder temperatures, remember to clean or replace the filter, dust off the unit to remove accumulated debris, and schedule a professional assessment from HVAC technicians to ensure the system is in good condition. Calling in experts like ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling and Electric can help ensure your furnace is ready to perform efficiently when needed.
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• The ABC's of Heating - Variable Speed Furnace

  The blog highlights the benefits of variable-speed blower technology in home heating and cooling systems. These systems offer improved comfort and air quality by regulating airflow, resulting in better control of temperature and humidity. Additionally, variable speed motors operate quietly and are more energy-efficient than conventional blowers, leading to significant cost savings over time.
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• 6 Effective Water Conservation Tips to Try Today

  Water conservation is crucial, and simple changes can make a big impact. Wash dishes efficiently, switch to low-flow fixtures, check for leaks, limit toilet flushing, shorten shower times, and avoid watering the lawn on windy days.
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• Sump Pump Maintenance Tips

  Regular maintenance of your sump pump is crucial to prevent potential flooding and expensive damage to your home. Quarterly tasks include cleaning the pump screen or inlet opening and pouring water into the sump pit to ensure proper functioning.
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