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How To Detect a Sewer Line Leak. The water valve on the pipe.

How To Detect a Sewer Line Leak

June 16, 2025

Whether it is the suspiciously lush patch of grass in your Portland, yard, the unmistakable, nose-crinkling scent of sewage, or the ominous gurgling sound reverberating up your drains, these are some of the signs every homeowner dreads—signs of a sewer line leak.

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Heat Pump System Installed on Modern Building Exterior.

Spring AC Maintenance Tips

May 30, 2025

From replacing air filters to scheduling maintenance, cleaning your cooling system can prevent breakdowns and keep your home comfortable.

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It’s Time for an AC Tune-Up

It’s Time for an AC Tune-Up

May 22, 2025

May is a month of seasonal transformation around Portland. The rain has let up these last months compared to previous years, and the longer, sunnier days we’ve had have hinted at the warmer summer weather experts are expecting.

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Do I Need a Plumbing Inspection? Young Plumber With Clip Board.

Do I Need a Plumbing Inspection?

May 15, 2025

The whole idea of a plumbing inspection is to head off any potential plumbing issues in your Portland, home, averting a disaster or costly repair. So why do so many people not have one then? They probably do not realize it should be part of their regular home maintenance plan!

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Does an AC Kill Mold? Photo of a hand in a yellow rubber glove wiping a blue wall or table with a pink cloth.

Does an AC Kill Mold?

April 30, 2025

Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your Oregon home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it can’t do is kill mold.

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How a Smart Thermostat Improves Your Comfort in Portland

How a Smart Thermostat Improves Your Comfort in Portland

April 21, 2025

If you have battled the damp chill of a Willamette Valley winter or sweated through an unexpected summer heat spike, you know how crucial a reliable home climate is in Northwest Oregon.

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What Are the Different Types of Light Switches? Electrician installing GFI plug in kitchen.

What Are the Different Types of Light Switches?

April 15, 2025

When it comes to lighting up your Gresham, home or business, the humble light switch plays a big role. Although you probably use them every day without a second thought, light switches come in a variety of types, each serving different needs.

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Spring Money-Saving Tips. Photo of a thermostat on top of dollar bills, laying on a blue table or flooring.

Spring Money-Saving Tips

March 31, 2025

Everyone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. Considering how to reduce your energy bills is always a great idea in the springtime.

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Get Ahead of Spring With Our Early Bird Plumbing Special. Plumber with Plumbing tools on the kitchen. Renovation.

Get Ahead of Spring With Our Early Bird Plumbing Special

March 21, 2025

As winter’s chill begins to fade, there’s no better time to start thinking about getting your home ready for the warmer months ahead. While many of us are focused on spring cleaning, it’s also important to give some attention to your home’s plumbing system.

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What Is an Air Handler? Service Man Working on Furnace.

What Is an Air Handler?

March 14, 2025

The same goes for a heat pump. The outdoor unit might be in perfect working condition. Still, the heating and cooling process stops without an indoor evaporator coil, connecting refrigerant lines, and a fan to blow conditioned air through ductwork.

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