If your kitchen sink has a garbage disposal in it, you know how convenient it can be, especially if you have stacks of dishes to rinse and load at the end of the day. You also know that garbage disposals can start leaking and smelling once you’ve been using them for a while. Should you […]
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Prepare your pipes for a big freeze and avoid the expense, damage, and inconvenience caused by burst pipes this winter. Pipes can burst when stagnant water freezes and expands. Under-insulated or uninsulated pipes located in exposed areas of your home are the most vulnerable. They’re typically located in attics and crawl spaces or on outside […]
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Is it legal to do your own electrical work on your house? Yes. It’s legal to do much of your own electrical work. But you need to know your local code to determine whether you need a permit or not. You should also be familiar with and adhere to the National Electrical Code. Typically, the […]
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Plumbers call a full house replumbing a pipe refitting, which simply means that all your current pipes need to be replaced with new ones. A house replumbing or pipe refitting project is a huge job and a big investment, so you may be surprised (or maybe even a little suspicious) if your plumber recommends it […]
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Winter is a nice time to settle indoors. But it’s also the time to be extra careful about home electrical hazards. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that, of the “46,700 home fires involving electrical failure or malfunction each year in 2015–2019…three in ten fires (30%)…occurred in the cold weather months from November through […]
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Modern homes are full of sensitive electronic equipment, like the computers and personal devices so many of us depend on for work, communication, and entertainment. But there are many other pieces of equipment that depend on electronics to function properly (or to function at all): washer and dryer sets, dishwashers, ovens, refrigerators, and — you […]
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You need to replace your smoke detectors at least every 10 years and your carbon monoxide protectors every seven to 10 years. That’s according to manufacturers and to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Here’s how you can tell if your detectors need to be replaced. Check The Date Check the manufacturing date on the […]
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A lot of folks have opted for a permanent HVAC filter these days, either an electronic filter or an electrostatic filter. It’s a great way to save money over the long term (no buying replacements!) while keeping the air inside your home clean. To make sure it functions as well as it can, you just […]
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This upgrade helps ensure that the air in your home is as healthy as it can be. Keeping your HVAC system clean is one of the most effective ways to improve and protect the air quality of indoor spaces. An ultraviolet (UV) light can add a layer of protection to keep your indoor air as […]
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We’re thrilled that we’re now able to offer electrical services to our customers, a service that goes hand-in-hand with the HVAC and plumbing work we do every day. We offer full electrical services under the leadership of Scott Terry, a longtime Capital contractor who we’re glad to welcome to the Capital team. We now offer […]
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