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Home Improvement
Hannah Stephens

How Much Does It Cost to Install a Solar Water Heater?

While solar water heaters cost more up front, switching to solar energy could reduce your utility costs. Solar water heater installation is a costly project, so knowing what to expect can make budgeting more efficient, too.

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Home Improvement
Kaia Koglin

How Does a Solar Water Heater Work?

Heating water can account for 20% of home energy use. Save money by switching to a solar water heater that uses free energy from the sun to heat your water.

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Home Improvement
Elizabeth Marcant

What's a Circuit Breaker?

What is a circuit breaker, and why does it insist on interrupting power to your rooms? Discover more about circuit breakers in this quick guide.

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Home Improvement
John Warbuck

How to Handle an Electrical Emergency: Follow These Safety Tips

You should make sure that your family knows what to do in the event of an emergency and that you practice your emergency preparation plan routinely.

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Home Improvement
John Warbuck

Why Does My Circuit Breaker Keep Tripping?

If you're having a lot of issues with your circuit breaker, you may need to call a professional to determine the best course of action. Before you pick up the phone, here are a few things you can do to handle the problem on your own.

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Home Improvement
Elizabeth Marcant

What Does 'Grounding' Mean?

This article covers some basics of home electricity and provides a definition of electrical grounding. It also discusses the purpose of electrical grounding wires in your home and why they exist.

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Home Improvement
Hannah Stephens

Do You Need an Electrical Inspection?

Electrical issues are a leading cause of house fires. Scheduling an electrical inspection can help diagnose and fix problems before they cause a fire.

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Home Improvement
Hannah Stephens

How Much Does an Electrical Inspection Cost?

Scheduling an electrical inspection as part of your annual home maintenance checklist can help keep your system in perfect working order.

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