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What’s is the purpose of a Sump Pump?
With the arrival of spring and its warmer weather, there usually is an increase in flooded basements. This is due to an increase in groundwater from thawing and an increase…
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GEM Plumbing Health & Safety Update – COVID-19
– Updated 9/1/2020 – Our thoughts are with those who have been affected by COVID-19. As our own community, and those around the world, are struggling with Coronavirus (COVID-19) and…
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Maintaining Home Hygiene & Protecting Your Health
With a coordinated response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) underway in Rhode Island and surrounding areas, hygiene lessons from our childhood come in handy. It’s very important that we continue our…
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The Phase-Out of R-22 and How It May Affect You
If your AC system was built before 2010, chances are it runs on the refrigerant R-22 (Freon). If you’ve needed one or more Freon charges over the years, you’ve probably…
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How to Fix Your Furnace if it’s Short-Cycling
Your furnace isn’t a bike — it shouldn’t be short-cycling anywhere. That’s where we come in! Furnaces are meant to come on three to eight times per hour and run…
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How to Know If You’re Ready to Install a Smart Thermostat: The C-Wire
If you’re looking to install a smart thermostat this winter, you may want to evaluate whether your current heating and cooling system is compatible. The quickest way to determine your…
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What to Do First if The Power Goes Out: Check the Circuit Breaker
Did all of your lights go out? Or maybe your thermostat is calling for cooling on a hot day, but your air conditioning system won’t turn on? I guess you…
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DIY Guide to Wiring An Outlet: 8 Steps on How to Install A New Electrical Outlet
Electricity is largely what makes your house operate on a day to day level—especially if you are binging Netflix everyday like we are. But, if your electrical outlet burnt out…
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12-Step Guide to Replace Your Single-Pole Light Switch
Replacing a single-pole light switch (a switch that controls one light fixture or electrical outlet) is one of the simpler tasks that homeowners can do for themselves. So, it’s easy…
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How to Replace Your Three-Way Light Switch in 8 Easy Steps
A-B-C, it’s as easy as 1-2-3 for a 3-Way Light Switch! If you’re having trouble with these complicated electrical switches, we’re here to help. Follow these steps to replace a…
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DIY Guide for How To Wire a Dimmer Switch on Your Lights
Whether you are a thriller, horror, comedy, or rom-com movie-aficionado, your evening film is much better enjoyed with the lights in your living room dimmed. It’s all about setting that…
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The Ultimate Light Switch Guide: Troubleshooting, Wiring, & More
What did the light bulb say to his upset friend? Watts the matter? Lighten up! Alright, alright, jokes aside… we’re here to help you with all things light switches. If…