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It’s A Dead Electrical Outlet - What Now?
3/21/2018 6:00 AM
You go to plug in your hair dryer and it won’t start. You reach to turn on a lamp, and get nothing. Maybe you’ve just moved into a new place and discovered a dead outlet - or it’s a brand new occurrence in your home.
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Why You Should Have Your AC Checked in the Spring
3/14/2018 6:00 AM
Remember last summer? That first hot weekend of the spring? Just as metro area families were having their first cookouts and getting ready to celebrate graduations, the temperatures were hitting the mid-90s! It is not quite that warm yet, but we are already prompting homeowners to get their ACs checked. That’s right! And we are not crazy! Here are our top six reasons why you should have your AC checked in the spring… BEFORE the hot weather hits!
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Homeowners’ Spring Maintenance Checklist : Cleaning Up With The Joneses
3/7/2018 6:00 AM
Spring weather is coming, and with it the bright exposure of sunshine. What will that brightness reveal to everyone in your neighborhood? Are your gutters full of leaves? Are your sidewalks cracked? Do you have dead foliage around your home? Did your siding take a hit during the last snow/ice/windstorm?
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The Low-Down On Residential Geothermal Heating & Cooling Systems - Part 2
2/28/2018 12:00 PM
Why are more and more homeowners looking at the benefits of Residential Geothermal Systems? Last week, we dove into the ins and outs of residential geothermal systems. This week, we’re taking a closer look at the benefits and why now is the right time to invest in a residential geothermal system for your home.
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The Low-Down On Residential Geothermal Heating & Cooling Systems - Part 1
2/21/2018 6:00 AM
Is it possible to have a residential heating and cooling system that effectively and efficiently heats or cools your home to comfortable temperatures, while also reducing your utility costs, and while preserving the environment? The answer is… YES!
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Show Your Home Some Love This Valentine’s Day With A Home Warranty
2/14/2018 6:00 AM
It’s Valentine’s Day. Have you picked up something special for all of your special someones? Chocolates and flowers for your significant other? Check. A stuffed animal for the kiddo? Check. Picked up some special dog treats for the family pup? Check. But what about your home? How can you show it some love this Valentine’s Day? How about a ServiceOne Home Warranty?
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The Groundhog Has Spoken, Six More Weeks Of Winter!
2/7/2018 6:00 AM
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow… So… Six more weeks of winter it is! Here in the Midwest, we’ve seen a few days with some heavy snow, lots of ice, and the kids have been enjoying their snow/cold days off from school. And it’s not ending just yet.
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This One Thing Can Make Your Home So Much Better
1/31/2018 6:00 AM
As homeowners, we know we need to take care of our homes and maintain them to keep them running efficiently. Dusting and vacuuming, cleaning out gutters, mowing the lawn, shoveling snow, and keeping our appliances running well is essential. But do you know what ONE thing you can do to help not only keep your utility bills lower but also keep your whole family healthier? It’s as simple as changing out your furnace filter each month!
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Signs Your Furnace May Be Failing
1/24/2018 12:00 PM
It’s been a tough winter here in Nebraska and Iowa. Our temperatures aren’t staying consistent at all. Furnaces are heating homes with temperatures outside hitting negative numbers, then the very next day, it may be warm enough to crack open the windows in your home and let in a little fresh air. If your furnace is older or unreliable, you may worry every time you have to switch it back on. How can you tell when your furnace is starting to fail?
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What Are The Benefits Of A Tankless Water Heater?
1/17/2018 6:00 AM
You’ve shoveled the walk, and laid down the salt, checked to make sure snow isn’t piled up around your outdoor condenser or furnace vent, and you’re freezing cold. You come inside to hop into a hot shower, but the dishwasher’s just finished a load and someone ran a load of bedding through the washer and you have to WAIT. It’s the worst!
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