Central AC Units vs. Ductless Mini-Split AC Units: What’s the Difference?
While reviewing your options for air conditioning, you might have heard about something called a ductless mini-split AC. While this type of unit shares many features with a traditional central air system, it differs in several crucial ways. This is important to know...
4 Signs Your Thermostat Needs Replacement or Repair
Cool weather is around for another month or two. That means early mornings are chilly, and frost is glistening on the rooftops. It also means if your thermostat isn’t working – you’re going to be colder than you’d like. A quality thermostat should last upwards...
Is Your Wall or Window AC Leaking Water Inside? How to Fix it
Condensation dripping off a wall or window air conditioner is nothing out of the ordinary. We’re used to seeing it outside — a sign the AC unit is doing its job! But what happens when the dripping moves inside, onto the carpet or end table? It’s not so...
4 Creative, Funny DIY Repairs for a Leaky Toilet
Don’t try this at home! Except that people have used these unusual techniques — and more — to fix a leaky toilet until they could call a plumber or run to the hardware store for a replacement part. Hey, you can manage without a kitchen sink for a day —...