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• How to Make Your Kitchen Appliances Last

  Regular use of kitchen appliances subjects them to significant wear and tear, but proper maintenance can prolong their lifespan. Tips are provided for three common appliances: Glass-top Ranges: Avoid damaging the glass top by using appropriate cookware and ensuring it matches the burner size. Refrigerators: Regularly clean condenser coils, especially if you have pets, to prevent costly repairs or replacements. Dishwashers: Inspect and promptly replace rusting dish racks to avoid damaging the machine.
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• How to Keep Sewer Lines Clean

  Keep your sewer and drain lines flowing smoothly with natural solutions like Bio-Clean and BioOne. These solutions use beneficial bacteria to break down fats, oils, and organic waste without harsh chemicals and are EPA Safer Choice certified. RootX offers an effective treatment for tree root intrusions in sewer lines to prevent blockages and costly damage. If you encounter stubborn clogs, ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling, and Electric is ready to assist with professional clearing services.
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• When and Why You Should Have a Home Electrical Inspection

  An electrical inspection ensures compliance with safety standards and provides recommendations for improvements beyond minimum code requirements. Homes should undergo inspections when being sold, at 40 years old, when major appliances are installed, or during renovations. ABC Plumbing offers detailed inspections covering grounding, AFCIs, switches, outlets, wiring, and the electrical panel.
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• Video - Whole House Surge Protection Explained

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• What Causes Pipes to Burst [Video]

  This post contains a video about What Causes Pipes to Burst
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• Quick Tips For Homeowners - Fixing Running Toilets

  This post contains a video titled Quick Tips For Homeowners - Fixing Running Toilets
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• Video - Trenchless Pipe Lining Explained

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• Video - Zoning Explained

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• What is a Good SEER Rating for an AC Unit [Video]

  The efficiency of an air conditioner is crucial for saving money on energy bills, measured by its SEER rating (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio), similar to gas mileage in cars. A higher SEER rating indicates greater efficiency and potential long-term savings. SEER ratings allow easy comparison between different air conditioner brands.
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• The ABC's of Plumbing - Backflow Preventer

  Backflow is the reversal of water flow in a plumbing system, which can contaminate the clean water supply. Backflow preventers, such as pressure vacuum breakers, reduced pressure zone valves, and double check assemblies, are crucial devices designed to stop this backward flow and protect the fresh water supply.
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