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6 Signs That the Flame Sensor in Your Furnace Has Gone Bad
What’s a Furnace Flame Sensor? The flame sensor within a furnace was created to ensure that the gas valve is opening only while the flames are burning. Otherwise, toxic gas could build up and result in a leak or fire.…
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Heating
4 Types of Gas Furnace Ignitors
Do You Have One of These Gas Furnace Ignitors? Getting ready for another chilly winter season? It may be the right time to check out new gas furnaces. However, it’s a little tricky to know what kind of furnace ignitor…
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Heating
Pedestal vs. Submersible Sump Pumps: Usage Applications &...
What’s a Primary Sump Pump? Your house isn’t just a house—it’s a fortress against water damage when you’ve got an effective primary sump pump setup. A sump pump is a device that keeps groundwater runoff, storm surges, and seasonal flooding…
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General
4 Types of Faucets & Sinks: Advantages & Disadv...
Sinks don’t last forever. When it’s time to upgrade your sink, you want to make the best choice—but not so fast. Before you begin shopping, you’ll first want to answer two questions: What current sink do you have, and what…
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Plumbing
How To Install a Sump Pump Check Valve: 5 Steps & Tips
If your home or business is in an area prone to flooding, a sump pump is one of the most important things you can install. They were first invented in 1946 as a means to keep water from pooling by…
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General
6 Signs of a Malfunctioning Air Conditioner (AC) Compressor
What’s an Air Conditioner Compressor? An air conditioner compressor removes the heat from inside your home and transfers it to the outdoors using a cooling agent called refrigerant. When heated, the refrigerant exists in a gaseous state. When chilled, it…
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Air Conditioning