Trabuco Canyon Posts

DIY Plumbing Tip 2 : How to Change a Drain Trap

December 19th, 2011

Have you ever noticed that U-shaped length of pipe below your Dove Canyon home’s bathroom or kitchen sink? Does it ever seem to you like it doesn’t make sense to have that in there? It seems counterintuitive to have…

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Space Heating vs. an Upgrade to Your Fountain Valley Heating System

December 14th, 2011

If your Fountain Valley home’s heating system isn’t really cutting it anymore, it may be time to take a step back and consider what your options are. After all, upgrading to an entirely new heating system is a big investment…

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How a Ceiling Fan Can Help Heat Your Home

December 5th, 2011

Most people in Silverado who have ceiling fans never turn them on in the winter. They assume that the fan is designed solely to cool the house – after all, blowing air feels pretty nice doesn’t it? But, a ceiling fan can actually help…

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Warning Signs of a Broken Furnace: Some Pointers from Coto de Caza

November 9th, 2011

How do you know when your furnace is “on the fritz?” There are warning signs of a broken furnace and some are recognizable – but not all. A broken furnace not only deprives your Coto de Caza home of…

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Sources of Carbon Monoxide

October 24th, 2011

The risks of carbon monoxide have been well documented for years, and everyone in Coto de Caza knows how dangerous it can be. It can be fatal at high concentrations, but even in low levels it can be poisonous enough to make you sick.

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Why Choose a Programmable Thermostat? A Question From Shady Canyon

October 14th, 2011

There are many types of thermostats available for your Shady Canyon home, but which is the best for your particular needs? It depends largely on how often you are home, how many rooms you have and how people in your house use each of those rooms.

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Detecting Leaks with Your Water Meter in Costa Mesa

October 10th, 2011

When you notice a leak in your Costa Mesa home’s plumbing, you fix it right away, but what happens when you don’t notice a leak for days or even weeks? The damage it causes can have a profound impact on your water bill and the good repair of your home.

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Basic HVAC Terminology: A Guide From Aliso Viejo

October 3rd, 2011

Ever try to look up basic information about your Aliso Viejo home’s heating and air conditioning systems? There are dozens of terms that might as well be Greek for all you know – a mishmash of words and phrases talking about…

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Your HVAC System and Electricity: A Guide From Aliso Viejo

September 28th, 2011

Your air conditioner, electric furnace or water heater and ventilation system all need access to the central power line. So what does that mean for your system and what problems should be you beware of?

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