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Flood Prep - Sewer Keep these points in mind if you have backflow valves installed:
a) Changes to the plumbing in your house must be done ... |
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Flood Prep Plumbing Check Drain Plug: Install a floating floor drain plug at the current drain location. If the floor drain pipe backs up, the ... |
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Lead Sources While paint, dust, and soil are the most common lead hazards, other lead sources also exist.
- Drinking water, your home ... |
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Leaf Net Cleaning When cleaning the surface of your pool with a leaf net, work your way around the sides first, then clean from the middle of ... |
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Mold Timing If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem. It is important to dry ... |
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Part Retriever When you are working in an area where a washer or nut can drop into a delicate assembly or be difficult to retrieve, use ... |
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Pond Safety If your planning a backyard pond, locate it where it is unlikely to attract unattended children. Check local safety ordinances ... |
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Pool Prep When reopening your pool for a new season, make sure your pump and filter are working properly before adding chemicals to the ... |
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Septic Tank Care Have your tank inspected by a septic tank professional every three to five years - more frequently if your family uses a lot ... |
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Simple Fixes Before you tear into a repair job, start by checking for the simplest cause instead of assuming the worst. For example, before ... |
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Sump Pump Test Sump pits are intended to collect water from foundation perimeter drains. If there is a pump installed in the pit and no water ... |
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Water Quality Report The majority of consumers rely on local utilities to produce a safe and ample supply of water. Your local water agency is ... |
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Water Softeners If hard water is a problem in your house, you will want to look into getting a water softener. The scale in your water can ... |
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Winter Water Prep Before the temperatures start to dip toward freezing, be sure to disconnect hoses from outdoor water faucets and drain all ... |