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Summary: A leaking refrigerator can be fixed by following a few simple steps. Cleaning the water dispenser, unblocking the defrost drain, checking the water supply line, inspecting the door seal, examining the ice maker or water dispenser, and replacing the water filter assembly or filter can all help resolve the issue. By addressing these common causes, you can put an …
Basement flooding is common. As the lowest part of the home, the basement is susceptible to heavy rainstorms, sewage backups, and even seepage through the walls. Cleaning the concrete floor after flood damage is important to maintain the basement and the home’s structural integrity. What causes basement flooding? The basement is prone to severe flood damage from a number of …
A musty smell can make even a beautiful old home uninviting. That “old house smell” has its source in mold spores. Mold colonies proliferate where poor ventilation, darkness, and humidity meet. Fortunately, homeowners can use these 10 tactics to eliminate unwanted odors. What causes musty odors in old homes? Old homes filled with musty odors have three things in common: …
If you’ve experienced a clogged sink full of water, you know how much of an inconvenience this can be. When this happens, there is likely a clog somewhere in the sink or pipes that can be difficult to remove. If you’ve used a plunger and maybe even tried to use chemicals to remove the clog with no success, it is …
Floor joists in a home are vulnerable to water damage. They can rot when excess moisture from the home saturates them or they can weaken over time. Homeowners who encounter floor joists that have undergone minimal water damage should follow these DIY repair tips. What are floor joists? Important structural aspects of a home, floor joists support the subflooring. They …
Discovering a leaking washing machine is a moment that many of us have faced. It’s a scene that can send anyone into a whirlwind of questions. Do you find yourself in the same situation, wondering: What’s causing this unexpected flood? Why does my washing machine leak? Is there a way to prevent the leak from re-occurring? In this blog, we’re …
Flash floods are common occurrences when springtime weather arrives. Due to their unpredictability, these floods can be dangerous to homeowners and drivers alike. Here are ways for individuals to survive a flash flood if they are caught in the raging water. What is flash flooding? Flash floods are natural disasters that occur when rainfall is extremely heavy, and the ground …
What is biohazard waste? How do we define it? Biohazard waste, also known as bio-medical waste, refers to any contaminated waste that occurs from microorganisms, viruses, plants, animals or pathological materials causing potential infections and danger to humans or any healthy living organisms. In years past, this kind of waste was simply collected in special colored plastic bags and then …
Odors emanating from the washing machine should be a cause for concern. After all, it’s an appliance that is intended to clean clothes, leaving them smelling fresh and spring-like. But when the foul smells arise, they could be due to plumbing issues, irregular maintenance, or excessive detergent use. The washing machine lines are connected directly to the sewer system. Without …
Cooking for the most part is not a dangerous activity when taking the proper precautions. However, even when taking the right safety precautions while cooking, fires can still happen. Sometimes flammable materials like grease can set on fire while you are cooking and cause major damage to your property. It is important to be aware of how kitchen fires start …
