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How to Install a Fan-Tastic Vent Fan
The Fan-Tastic Vent company's motto is "Brings the outside in...instantly." Fan-Tastic vent fans are popular among both RV and homeowners for just this reason. Installed in a ceiling or roof, they can...
View ArticleHow to Install Radon Fans in Attics
Radon is an invisible and odorless gas that has been shown to cause certain types of cancers. Radon is produced naturally under certain soil conditions and the gas can seep into basements and homes...
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How to Test Steam Traps With Infared Thermometer
Steam traps on equipment that release steam open when steam condensation builds up in the system. When a steam trap doesn't work properly, steam condenses. This concentrated area of heat can cause...
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Tips on Home Ventilation Duct Structure
The ductwork in a home's central heating and cooling system is more than just a passageway for air; it also delivers proper air volume to all points within the home. If the ducts are not structured...
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How to Balance Heat Flow From Home Furnace Registers
Home furnace registers are often found flat against a wall in a room, with little air pressure behind the flow of heat. This does not allow the heat to circulate properly and warm a room to the highest...
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How to Fix a Noisy Exaust Gable Fan
Exhaust fans help to maintain adequate ventilation in your attic. Continually moving fresh air up from your eaves and out through the gable allows the attic to remain dry and at an even temperature....
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How to Troubleshoot a Dust Collector
Plant productivity and heavy airborne dust do not have to go together, but worker illness, fines and lost productivity usually do. This is where a dust collector in good working condition is vital. It...
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What Is Forced-Air Heating?
Heating and cooling systems are major components in many modern homes. These HVAC, or heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, can vary by type and design. Forced-air heating is one kind of...
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How do I Clean Dust From Heater Vents?
Dust has a tendency to build up in the most inconvenient places, for example, the heating vents. Accumulated dust can cause problems for those who suffer from asthma or allergies since airflow through...
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How to Get Rid of a Skunk Smell Inside a House
You can get rid of a skunk smell inside a house by using a few common items you may already have on hand. When a skunk sprays inside a house, the strong odor can make the area nearly unlivable for...
View ArticleHow do I Remove Cigarette Smoke From a Leather Couch?
Cigarette smoke can linger in a room for a long time and can be absorbed into the furniture, especially if smokers frequently are in the area. It can take a lot of work to get smoke out of any piece of...
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Tools Used to Clean a Dryer Duct
Dryers are a staple in many homes, providing a quick and convenient way to dry laundry indoors. However, for all the convenience they offer, dryers can present a serious hazard. Dryer lint, which exits...
View ArticleHow do I Lubricate a Bryant Gas Furnace Blower Motor?
When problems surface with your Bryant gas furnace blower motor, motor lubrication may not be the only source of the problem. You may also hear strange noise when the motor belt is out of alignment or...
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How to Cool & Heat a House Without Air Conditioning
Making it through the summer without air conditioning can be a challenge, particularly during sleepless and sweaty nights. Moderating the temperature of your house and generating heat when you need it...
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How to Check Air Conditioning Ducts at a Home for Dead Animals
If you smell a rotten, foul odor every time you turn your air conditioner on, there's a good chance an animal may have died somewhere in your ductwork. Although most ventilation systems are sealed from...
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Types of Radon Mitigation
Statistically, you can expect to find radon--a colorless, naturally occurring radioactive gas, in about 1 in 15 homes across the United States. According to the National Cancer Institute, radon...
View ArticleDIY Moisture Problems Under a House Crawl Space
Many crawl spaces are fitted with vents, as per the residential building code in many states. According to Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com and Kevin O'Neill of ContractingBusiness.com, those vents are...
View ArticleHow to Use a Dehumidifier to Cool a Bedroom
Humidity makes the atmosphere outside or inside seem hotter than the temperature actually measures. This occurs because humid air feels heavier and causes our bodies to feel sticky and sweaty. Few...
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