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• What Are the Advantages of Mini-Split Heating Systems?

  Ductless mini-split heating systems provide advantages in various situations compared to traditional central heating. They are suitable for homes without existing ductwork, challenging heating scenarios where the furnace is distant from certain areas, rooms requiring specific temperature control like wine cellars, and external spaces such as detached garages or porches.
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• When to Clean Air Ducts - Expert Advice for Maintaining Indoor Air Quality

  To maintain clean air ducts, it's essential to regularly replace the furnace air filter, especially if someone in your household suffers from allergies or respiratory issues. Filters should typically be replaced every month to prevent dust and debris from entering the ductwork.
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• 5 Outdoor Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

  To ensure a safe holiday season, remember not to use interior lights outside, avoid stapling or nailing lights to the house, ensure spotlights are well-ventilated and away from flammable items, avoid pinching electrical cords, and always turn off and unplug decorations before leaving or sleeping. ABC wishes everyone a happy and healthy holiday season and is available for plumbing, heating, and electrical services if needed.
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• Energy-Saving Tips for Winter - Alternative Ways to Stay Warm

  To stay warm without cranking up the thermostat, try warming your socks in the dryer before putting them on, switching to flannel sheets and heavier blankets, utilizing sunlight by opening curtains during the day and closing them at night, and layer up with sweaters and jackets indoors. These simple tips can help you save on energy bills during the winter while keeping cozy.
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• Air Duct Leak - How to Identify it and What to Do About it

  Leaking air ducts can cause discomfort and inefficiency in your home's heating and cooling system, wasting energy and money. Professional HVAC technicians, like those at ABC Plumbing, can identify and seal these leaks, improving airflow and system efficiency. With advanced diagnostics and solutions like AeroSeal® duct sealing, ABC Plumbing ensures your HVAC system operates at its best.
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• 3 Simple Electrical Upgrades For Convenience

  Looking to simplify your home and make it more convenient? Consider these electrical upgrades: Occupancy sensors that automatically turn lights on/off based on motion, bath fan timers to save energy by regulating fan usage, and USB outlets for easy charging of devices.
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• Strike Out Fires This Holiday Season

  Ensure a safe and joyful holiday season by following these decorating and entertaining tips: keep Christmas trees away from heat sources, choose flame-resistant decorations and LED lights, and be cautious with candles. Test smoke alarms before guests arrive, supervise cooking in the kitchen and ask smokers to use designated outdoor areas. For plumbing or HVAC needs in the Chicagoland area, rely on ABC Plumbing's trusted service with over 70 years of experience.
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• Holiday Cooking Tips, What Can and Can't Go Down the Disposal

  As the holiday season approaches and you prepare to host gatherings, remember to avoid putting certain foods down the garbage disposal to prevent costly repairs. Items like vegetable peels, grease, meat scraps, and non-food items can cause jams and damage the disposal's blades. Instead, dispose of these items in the trash to avoid plumbing issues. If you encounter a disposal problem, rely on the experts at ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling, and Electric for assistance.
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• How to Reduce Air Drafts from Electrical Outlets and Switches

  When addressing air drafts in the home, don't overlook electrical outlets and switches as potential sources. Gaps between the box and drywall around these fixtures can allow air to enter, especially in uninsulated interior walls or poorly insulated exterior walls. Installing pre-cut foam insulation pads behind outlet covers is a simple and affordable solution to seal these gaps and prevent drafts.
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• How To Drain a Water Heater Tank

  This blog discusses how To Drain a Water Heater Tank by following 5 steps.
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