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Electrical

The Essentials of a Switch with 3-Way Wiring

A 3-way switch is found in places like staircases and long hallways. Essentially, they let you control a single light from two different locations. While convenient, their wiring can be confusing for many homeowners—that's why…

Lou WissnerJanuary 9, 2025

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Home maintenance

Have a Safe and Joyful Holiday This Year

The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration. As you deck the halls and gather with loved ones, it’s also essential to keep safety in mind to ensure a happy and secure…

Lou WissnerDecember 20, 2024

Termite Inspections

Preventing and Spotting Termites in Texas Homes

Texas is no stranger to termites, and the damage these tiny pests can cause is anything but small. With the warm, humid climate creating the perfect environment for termites to thrive, homeowners face a constant…

Lou WissnerDecember 12, 2024

Home maintenance

What is Wall Ghosting and is it Dangerous?

Peeling back the layers of home maintenance reveals a world of hidden challenges, where unfamiliar terms like "wall ghosting" might just catch you off guard. Far from supernatural, this phenomenon leaves a mark on aesthetics…

Lou WissnerApril 10, 2024

Roof

Can You Paint Gutters? What to Know First

When it comes to maintaining your home's exterior, it's easy to overlook the importance of your gutters. However, they play a crucial role in protecting your home from water damage while also enhancing its overall…

Lou WissnerMarch 13, 2024

Water heater

Can a Water Heater Explode if it’s Turned Off?

As an essential appliance, your water heater works hard to deliver hot water on demand. However, behind its unassuming exterior is the potential for explosive disaster. Faulty parts, sediment build-up, and improper maintenance can create…

Lou WissnerFebruary 29, 2024

Home maintenance

How to Clean Linoleum Floors

Linoleum is a popular and practical flooring choice for many homeowners. It's durable, affordable, water-resistant, and available in a wide range of colors and patterns. However, like any flooring, linoleum requires regular cleaning and maintenance…

Lou WissnerFebruary 23, 2024

Home maintenance Plumbing

How to Turn Off the Water Supply to Your Toilet

Are you having toilet troubles? Learning how to quickly turn off the water supply to your toilet could enable you to resolve leaks, make repairs, or perform maintenance yourself. With a few basic tools and…

Lou WissnerFebruary 20, 2024

Plumbing

How Long Do Copper Pipes Last?

When it comes to the veins of your home's plumbing system, copper pipes are often regarded as the arteries that stand the test of time. Their shimmering presence beneath our floors and behind walls plays…

Lou WissnerFebruary 7, 2024

Person checking before they encapsulate crawlspace

Home maintenance

How to Encapsulate a Crawl Space

Learning how to encapsulate your crawl space is probably far from the most exciting item on your weekend to-do list. However, if you're noticing musty odors or seeing higher-than-usual energy bills, it might be time…

Lou WissnerJanuary 23, 2024

realtor

The Essentials of a Switch with 3-Way Wiring

Have a Safe and Joyful Holiday This Year

Preventing and Spotting Termites in Texas Homes

What is Wall Ghosting and is it Dangerous?

Can You Paint Gutters? What to Know First

Can a Water Heater Explode if it’s Turned Off?

How to Clean Linoleum Floors

How to Turn Off the Water Supply to Your Toilet

How Long Do Copper Pipes Last?

How to Encapsulate a Crawl Space

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