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How to Clean a Boiler Flue

How to Clean a Boiler Flue

A boiler flue is how combustible gasses leave your home. It flue is normally located on the inside of a chimney. It is recommended that the flue be cleaned at least twice a year to keep it in proper working order. ...read more

How to Clean Home Fountains

How to Clean Home Fountains

Fountains not only look great in the garden, but they also look just as fabulous on the inside of the house. The best tip available for keeping a fountain looking its best is to keep it clean and properly maintained. ...read more

How to Buy a Home Air Conditioning Unit

How to Buy a Home Air Conditioning Unit

It's usually a great feeling when summer is coming. However, when you're in your home and it's hot outside, it's normally miserable inside. In order to enjoy your summer to the fullest, it's important that you are comfortable in your home where you are able to escape the hot sun. That's why you need to buy an air conditioning unit. ...read more

How to Size Air Conditioning Systems

How to Size Air Conditioning Systems

Air conditioning systems come in different sizes. It is important that you properly size an air conditioning system before you buy it. The wrong size air conditioning system can lead to inefficient cooling of a room. The wrong system can also make your utility bill much higher than it has to be. ...read more

How to Train in Air Conditioning Installation

How to Train in Air Conditioning Installation

By becoming an air conditioning installation technician you have the opportunity to start a highly lucrative career. Although the need for air conditioning installation is usually seasonal you could still generate enough income to last throughout the year as you could also offer central heat and air condition installation.  ...read more

How to Store Asphalt Roofing Shingles

How to Store Asphalt Roofing Shingles

Asphalt shingles are made of the same petroleum products used in road paving. There are four types of asphalt used in roofing shingles, according to the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturer's Association. Asphalt shingles must be properly stored in order to maintain their integrity. ...read more

How to Find Bath Renovation  Ideas

How to Find Bath Renovation Ideas

There are many ways to find renovation ideas to redo your bathroom. Some of these can be found by looking around your local neighborhood or by checking out websites on the Internet. It is not hard to find new ideas to renovate your bathroom if you know the proper places to work. ...read more

How to Replace Cabinet Hinges

How to Replace Cabinet Hinges

Our cabinets certainly take lots of wear and tear, as does everything else in a busy kitchen. They become worn and stop working properly. Replacing them is not a big deal, but it is important to get new ones with the same or similar screw hole pattern. Otherwise, you can have unsightly screw holes exposed. ...read more

How to Replace the Fuses on a Central Air Conditioning Unit

How to Replace the Fuses on a Central Air Conditioning Unit

Keeping your home cool during the hot summer months is important. Extreme heat can be uncomfortable and dangerous.  Maintaining your central air conditioning unit can save time and money. Replacing a damaged fuse is a job that can be handled by the average do-it-yourselfer with only a few items that are found easily in most hardware stores.   ...read more

Popular Exterior House Paint Colors

Popular Exterior House Paint Colors

If you are looking to paint your home's exterior there are a lot of colors to choose from. The most popular colors seem to be those that offer the most versatility for other things like trim and give off a warm feeling when looking at it. ...read more

How to Train for a Boiler Inspection

How to Train for a Boiler Inspection

If you have a building, a business, or any structure that utilizes a boiler, you can look forward to having it inspected. Accidents and explosions over the years have killed many people and these inspections can help to prevent that. You need to know what they will be looking for and prepare beforehand. ...read more

How to Troubleshoot Central Air Problems

How to Troubleshoot Central Air Problems

The central air unit in a home can be a costly repair if it goes out. That is why it is important to troubleshoot the problem first before calling in the professionals. There are many things that the homeowner can look at to repair, saving a lot of money. ...read more

About Double Pane Windows

About Double Pane Windows

The earliest primitive windows were merely holes in the wall. Over time, covers made out of animal hides, cloth or wood were used which led to the invention of shutters that could be opened or closed. Glass allowed windows to provide protection from harsh elements while letting light through and is still commonly used today for window manufacturing. Modern houses are often built with double pane windows, which are like having two windows in one. ...read more

How to Troubleshoot a Bryant Furnace System

How to Troubleshoot a Bryant Furnace System

Bryant Furnace Systems is one of the leading furnace systems suppliers. There are different models that are either powered by oil or gas. For the systems to last long and perform at optimal levels, it is necessary to provide regular maintenance. Trouble shooting the system can be done by the homeowner. ...read more

How to Measure for a Steam Boiler

How to Measure for a Steam Boiler

The capacity of the boiler depends on the size of the house as well as the insulation used. The boiler is often stored in a basement or utility room. The space available is a determining factor when buying a boiler. ...read more