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Furnace Filter Replacement: Impacts of a Dirty Furnace Filter

By |2019-11-01T13:12:11-06:00November 1st, 2019|Back to Basics|

One of the most common things we recommend during a home inspection is to "consider furnace filter replacement at this time".  Why is such a simple action so often overlooked? And what impact does having a dirty furnace filter have on the home? Often the simplest things can cause the biggest concerns. In this article, [...]

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GFCI Outlets Explained – The Un-Shocking Truth

By |2019-12-10T19:36:46-07:00November 14th, 2017|Ask Your Inspector, Back to Basics, Electrical|

We've all seen those outlets with the little "test" and "reset" buttons on the face of the outlet.  These are called "GFCI" outlets.  The "GFCI" stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.   But what does that mean? And why are these types of outlets necessary? The Shocking Details Perhaps at some point in your life you [...]

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