The idea of a furnace getting too hot seems a bit far-fetched, but a malfunction can easily cause it to operate well beyond safe temperatures. This can lead to a whole host of problems ranging from premature heat exchanger failure to an actual fire and resulting damage.
If you suddenly smell hot metal, burning rubber or melting plastic from your furnace, then there's a good chance you're dealing with an overheating issue.
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Investing in simple HVAC repairs is always smart. You don't need to spend a lot of money or do much technical work to dramatically increase the efficiency of both your heating and air conditioning. Not only that, you can usually improve the quality of air that is being circulated in your home. This is especially important if there is anybody in your household who suffers from allergies. Perhaps the easiest, and most important, DIY job you can do to improve air quality and airflow is to clean your air registers.
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Residential electrical circuits are generally fairly safe, but that doesn't mean that they aren't without some degree of safety risks. With nearly 30,000 electrocution accidents every year, this is a very real concern. Understanding what those safety risks are will help you to protect your home as well as your family.
Put Covers On Every Outlet
The surface plates that cover your light switches, outlets and other electrical fixtures are far more than just superficial.
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Natural gas fireplaces provide a number of benefits over traditional wooden fireplaces, including the ability to start a fire at the push of a button and reduced overall maintenance. However, there are two main types of natural gas fireplaces – vented and ventless. Like their names would suggest, the main difference between these two types of fireplaces is the presence or lack of vents, but that difference results in a distinct set of advantages and disadvantages for each type of fireplace.
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Water damage can be a devastating problem for a homeowner to have to address, but this is an issue that many first-time homeowners may not have the experience needed to address. To help you be better prepared to protect your home against this threat, you will need to be informed about the answers to some of the more frequently asked questions concerning residential water damage.
What Is Causing Water to Collect in the Basement?
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