home security lighting
January 7

Is It a Good Idea to Keep Your Porch Light on at Night?

Key Findings If used predictably, porch lights can deter neighborhood burglars but also signal that a home is empty. Motion-activated lighting is generally more effective… View Article Read More

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plumber or electrician for water heater
December 29

Who Fixes Water Heaters – an Electrician or a Plumber? What Homeowners Should Know

What to Know Both plumbers and electricians repair water heaters — the right choice depends on your system type and the issue at hand. Plumbers… View Article Read More

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lights flickering electrical issue
December 22

How To Tell If Your Electrical Panel Is Overloaded

Essential Takeaways An overloaded electrical panel will struggle to manage your home’s electrical load and often shows clear warning signs during everyday use. Repeated breaker… View Article Read More

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carbon monoxide detector placement
December 19

Where Should You Place Carbon Monoxide Alarms in a Gas-Heated Home?

Quick Recap Make sure to install carbon monoxide alarms on every floor of your house, outside of bedrooms, and within 10 feet of gas appliances… View Article Read More

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Backup Generator in Raleigh, NC
December 18

What Size of Generator Do I Need to Run My AC Unit?

What to Know Generator size matters — a 3-ton AC typically needs at least a 14-kWh generator; power requirements rise by ~3 kWh for each… View Article Read More

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tankless water heater sizing guide
November 20

What Size Tankless Water Heater Is Right for Your Home?

Essential Takeaways Tankless water heater sizing depends on your home’s peak hot water demand and the incoming water temperature. Thermo Direct will calculate your flow… View Article Read More

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light switch making popping sound
October 20

10 Common Warning Signs of a Bad Light Switch

Key Points Fixing light switch issues promptly protects you from electrical shock and fires. Flickering lights, sparking, or strange noises from switches indicate a serious… View Article Read More

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water heater not working
September 18

No Hot Water? 8 Common Problems and How to Fix Them

Quick Summary Several problems may cause you to have no hot water, including a pilot light that goes out, a tripped breaker, sediment buildup, and… View Article Read More

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how to size an air conditioner
September 17

How To Choose the Right Size AC for Your Home

When the summer heat sets in, homeowners in Raleigh, NC, depend on their home’s air conditioner to stay comfortable. However, an AC can only do… View Article Read More

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air conditioner’s running but not cooling home
September 2

Why Is My Air Conditioner Running But Not Cooling My Home?

North Carolina residents know the summer heat can be brutal. There’s nothing worse than coming in from a hot day, turning up the air conditioner,… View Article Read More

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