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Septic

How To Locate A Septic Tank

When buying a home that has a septic system instead of a city sewer connection, it is important to know things. Understanding where the drain field is, the septic tank needs for maintenance, and how…

Steve MangekianMarch 28, 2022

Plumbing

What Causes A Toilet To Overflow

Having the proper equipment at your disposal in each bathroom is a great idea. Equipment such as a simple plunger and maybe some rubber gloves for protection from bacteria are necessary for your bathroom. On…

Steve MangekianMarch 14, 2022

Plumbing

Will PEX Freeze In Attic

Let's say that your plumbing under the slab of your home has issues. There is no real easy way to fix your plumbing, so you will have to re-route your pipes through the attic. In…

Steve MangekianMarch 1, 2022

Electrical

What Causes A Light Bulb To Explode

Let's just say that you come home from a day of shopping and the sun has already gone down. You are using your cell phone light to search for your keys while you wonder what…

Steve MangekianFebruary 14, 2022

Plumbing

Where Does Toilet Water Go

Believe it or not, thinking about where my toilet water goes is not a top priority. Oftentimes, as homeowners, we just ignore the obvious questions. Life has us so tied up and busy, that keeping…

Steve MangekianJanuary 27, 2022

Home Maintenance

How To Remove Chemical Stains From Stainless Steel Sink

Doing the dishes is not everyone's favorite past-time. Let's say that you are up from the dinner table and tasked with the dishes. As you load the dishwasher and empty the sink you see an…

Steve MangekianJanuary 13, 2022

Home Maintenance

How To Winterize A Screened In Porch

The winter months are coming and you really enjoy your mornings with coffee on the porch. As the mornings get colder you start to wonder if you are going to be forced indoors soon and…

Steve MangekianDecember 13, 2021

Home Maintenance

How To Clean Fireplace Brick

Listen up, as a homeowner you have many jobs. Believe it or not, ensuring that the brick for your fireplace is clean, is one of those jobs. It's not an easy task and oftentimes you…

Steve MangekianNovember 23, 2021

Home Maintenance

Can You Burn Pine In A Fireplace

Imagine that you are about to experience a winter storm. The weather forecast is for a blizzard coming to your area and it's time to start preparing your home for what could be a long…

Steve MangekianNovember 15, 2021

Electrical

How Many Amps Does A Refrigerator Use

Understanding the amount of power your refrigerator consumes is the first step towards a successful purchase. You will want to follow the energy rating guides to ensure that you have the proper outlet circuit on…

Steve MangekianOctober 26, 2021

home maintenance

How To Locate A Septic Tank

What Causes A Toilet To Overflow

Will PEX Freeze In Attic

What Causes A Light Bulb To Explode

Where Does Toilet Water Go

How To Remove Chemical Stains From Stainless Steel Sink

How To Winterize A Screened In Porch

How To Clean Fireplace Brick

Can You Burn Pine In A Fireplace

How Many Amps Does A Refrigerator Use

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