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Winterizing Outdoor Faucets and Hoses: A 20-Minute Job That Saves a Burst Pipe
Every winter we replace pipes that split inside a wall because a hose was left on an outdoor faucet. Twenty minutes in late fall prevents it.
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Winterizing Outdoor Faucets and Hoses: A 20-Minute Job That Saves a Burst Pipe
Every winter we replace pipes that split inside a wall because a hose was left on an outdoor faucet. Twenty minutes in late fall prevents it.
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See the full-year calendar- Clean gutters after the leaves are down
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How much water does a running toilet waste?
A toilet that runs nonstop can send 200 gallons or more down the drain a day. A worn flapper is the usual cause, and it is a five-dollar part.
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What does a GFCI outlet actually do?
It cuts power in a fraction of a second if current leaks to ground, through water or through you. Kitchens, baths, garages and outdoor outlets need one.
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Where is my main water shut-off?
Usually where the water line enters the house: a basement wall, a crawlspace, a utility closet or near the water heater. Find it before you need it.
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When is a ceiling stain urgent?
When it is wet, growing, or the ceiling sags or bulges. Keep people out from under a sagging ceiling. A dry, old stain can wait for a planned repair once the cause is fixed.
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How often should I change my furnace filter?
Every one to three months for a standard 1-inch filter during heating and cooling season. Thicker 4-inch media filters last six months to a year.
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