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Home maintenance: why it matters and where to start
Idaho weather is hard on houses. See why regular maintenance saves money, and the checklists and calendar that make it easy.
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Gas furnace winter checkup: a homeowner's guide
A simple fall checklist for your gas furnace: what to check yourself, what a pro should cover, carbon monoxide safety, and the signs to call right away.
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How often do you need to change your furnace filter?
Most 1-inch filters need changing every 1 to 3 months. See what changes that in Idaho, how to swap it, and when to call a pro.
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Zinsco or Federal Pacific electrical panel: how risky is it, and should you replace it?
Zinsco and Federal Pacific (Stab-Lok) panels have a long record of trouble. How to tell if you have one, what is and is not known, and what to do next.
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How often should you clean your dryer vent, and is it worth it?
Most people clean the lint screen and never the vent behind it. How often the vent needs cleaning, what it does for fire risk and drying time, and how to check yours.
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