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• How to Improve HVAC Efficiency

  The blog discusses practical tips to improve energy efficiency for homeowners in Chicago, with the aim of reducing home comfort costs. ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric provides ten actionable solutions to enhance HVAC energy efficiency.
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• Can Flushable Wipes Be Flushed?

  Flushable Wipes
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• How to Choose the Right Size AC Unit

  The blog discusses the importance of choosing the right size air conditioning system for your home. It explains how an incorrectly sized system can lead to inefficiency and discomfort, whether it's too large or too small. The term "size" in HVAC refers to the unit's cooling capacity measured in tonnage, with one ton equating to the ability to cool 12,000 BTUs per hour. The blog emphasizes the need for professional installation to ensure the system is properly sized and installed for optimal performance. It encourages homeowners to seek assistance from HVAC experts to select and install the right air conditioner for their specific needs.
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• Spring Maintenance Checklist

  The blog provides tips for getting your home and HVAC systems ready for spring and summer. It emphasizes the importance of spring cleaning to control allergies, suggesting measures like setting up a shoes-off policy, keeping screens in open windows, and considering whole-home air filtration systems or UV purifiers for allergy sufferers.
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• How to Reduce Allergens in Home

  The blog provides tips for combating home allergies as spring approaches. It advises against sweeping and dry dusting, recommending mopping and moist dusting instead.
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• How to Fix Low Water Pressure

  The blog addresses low water pressure at home, suggesting troubleshooting steps before seeking professional help. It advises unclogging the faucet aerator by soaking it in vinegar and checking for debris, replacing shower heads with low-flow features, and ensuring water valves are fully open, including those under sinks and the main water supply line. If there's a pressure-reducing valve, it is suggested that the valve be adjusted to increase water flow.
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• What Is Trenchless Sewer Repair?

  Trenchless sewer repair is a modern plumbing solution that fixes damaged sewer lines without the extensive digging required by traditional methods. This minimally invasive technique helps homeowners avoid tearing up their yards, making repairs faster, cleaner, and less disruptive.
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• How to Save BIG with Aeroseal Duct Sealing

  The blog discusses the importance of duct sealing in optimizing the efficiency of HVAC systems, highlighting Aeroseal as a solution to address leaks in ductwork.
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• The ABC's of Indoor Air Quality - VOCs

  The blog discusses Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), which are gases emitted by various household products, including cleaning agents, paints, cosmetics, and disinfectants. It outlines potential health effects of VOC exposure, such as irritation, headaches, and organ damage, and notes that some VOCs are suspected carcinogens.
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• Why Does My Water Smell Like Rotten Eggs?

  This post discusses the presence of hydrogen sulfide gas in tap water, which causes a rotten egg odor, especially noticeable when running hot water. It explains that hydrogen sulfide can come from decaying organic material in well water or from water heaters with magnesium anode rods. Solutions include installing whole-house water treatment systems for water supply issues or modifying water heaters by replacing magnesium anode rods with aluminum ones.
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