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How to Choose the Right Air Conditioning System for Your Home

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Rising temperatures can quickly turn your home from a comfortable oasis into a sweltering space, making it challenging to enjoy your days. An air conditioner creates a pleasant area for relaxing and escaping from the humid atmosphere and sticky weather.

Investing in an efficient air conditioning unit is essential for achieving the cool temperatures you want while staying within your budget and enhancing your lifestyle. This guide will discuss various options and how to find the best fit for your home. Read more

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What to Do When Your Home Floods

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Water is essential to daily life at home. But when things go wrong and your home begins to flood, it can quickly feel like an overwhelming situation. It’s helpful to know what to do in a flooding emergency so you can protect your family and find the best house flooding solutions possible. Whether you have a burst pipe or a heavy flood, you need to act quickly to reduce the extent of the damage.

Let’s go over what to do if your home floods and what you need to watch out for during a water emergency.

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Reducing Heat Loss In Your Home

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Reducing Heat Loss In Your Home Heat loss in the winter can rapidly become an expensive and uncomfortable issue. While you might wonder if your heating system is to blame, another explanation could be hiding right under your nose. If your home needs better insulation, all that heat could be leaking out of your home, causing […]

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Saving On Electric Bills This Winter

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With the winter months approaching, you may start using more energy. Actions like turning up the heater and using electronics as you spend more time indoors will increase your energy bill. This can make your budget feel a bit tighter, especially in northern areas that see extremely low temperatures and consistent snowfall. With these colder […]

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When to Replace Your Air Conditioner

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Knowing when you need to replace your air conditioner can be challenging even if you have some technical knowledge. This guide covers the warning signs to look out for.

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What to Do If Your Air Conditioner Breaks in the Summer

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With the hot West Virginia summer at its peak, a broken air conditioner means coming home to a muggy, sweaty and overheated house.

When your air conditioner breaks in summer, you want to stay out of the heat and get the cool air running again. To help you do that, here are some tips for staying cool when your AC system is broken.

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Preparing for a Strong Storm

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Inclement weather puts everything you own on the line. While it’s important to consider the strength of a storm before you start to worry, having an action plan can help you protect your belongings, your home’s architecture and other investments. Learning how to prepare for a strong storm can save you from stress during an […]

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What to Do if Your Heating System Breaks in the Winter

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If you live somewhere with harsh weather conditions, you know the importance of a functioning heater in the wintertime. Your heating system is responsible for delivering warm indoor temperatures during the coldest months, keeping you cozy and comfortable, no matter the weather. However, heaters do more than just maintain comfortable temperatures in the house. These […]

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What Happens If You Don't Deal with Water Damage Right Away?

What Happens If You Don’t Deal With Water Damage Right Away?

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Water damage can severely damage your home if you ignore it, and the longer you wait, the heftier your price tag will be. According to HomeAdvisor, the average cost to repair and clean up water damage is between $1,207 and $5,159. But how can water damage cause so many problems? What can happen if you don’t […]

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What Type of Roof Is Best for You?

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Are you in the market for a new roof but aren’t sure what type you should be looking for? With so many types and materials of roofing available, it can be difficult to know what you should look for when buying a new roof. Whether you’re building a new home from scratch that needs a […]

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