Entries Written By Jill Liphart
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Unique Ways To Tell If Your Water Heater Needs To Be Replaced
Paying attention to your water heater could save you plenty of money and lots of stress. Keep an eye out for these signs that your heater is about to fail, and contact ServiceWhale for an expert opinion and custom quote if you suspect you will need a water heater replacement.
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Hardwood Floors: Taking the Squeak Out of Your Step
Hardwood floors are attractive, versatile and extremely varied. They can be matched with many different room decor designs and redesigns and they typically warm the color of a room. Hardwood flooring is also an excellent insulator, able to retain heat and comfortable to walk across. Easy to clean, painless to maintain and fairly simple to …
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5 Ways to Avoid a Costly Plumbing Leak in the Winter
Wintertime is now in full swing in New York, which means that the cold weather is here to stay awhile. The harsh weather can be tough on your home, putting the different systems of your house through the ringer. If you’re concerned about a leak occurring this blustery season, here are five ways you and …
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NYC Condo Flooring Trends
Switching up the flooring in your NYC condo can give the space a new and fresh look, which is great for anyone who has just moved in or is prepping to sell. From hardwoods and tiles, to carpet and more, the material of your flooring should be chosen to best suit your personal preferences. Whether …
Signs It Is Time to Replace Your New York Heating System
New York winters can be blustery and brutal, causing your home’s heater to have to do a lot of work to keep your family warm. Year after year, your heater is likely to fall victim to some wear and tear, which leaves you with the decision of replacing the system. If you’re unsure when to …
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5 Factors in Calculating Metal Roof Costs in New York
Your roof may well be the most important part of your house. While the foundation represents your home’s stability, the roof is what protects the rest of the home from the elements and keeps it standing. When your roof leaks, it’s the gateway to all sorts of problems. These days, more and more New York …
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Which Flooring Materials Can Withstand a New York Winter?
Since your flooring is inside your house, few people stop to think that certain materials might be better for winter than others. The truth is, as your heater starts rocking in the winter, it can play havoc with your floors. Some flooring is better than others to get through those New York winter months. Here’s …
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Best Roofing Materials for New York City Homes
When your roof goes bad, you have many options available. Most commonly, people just want to patch up what’s bad and refresh what’s there so they can move on as before. Others, however, want to take the opportunity to improve their roof with a new kind of material. There are many different kinds of roofing …
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40 Gallon vs. 50 Gallon Water Heaters: Which Is Best for You?
Everyone needs to replace their water heater at some point in time. Whether you’re noticing signs of wear like reduced efficiency or whether your water heater has just failed explosively, out you’d rather not wait when the time comes to change it. It’s important to realize, however, that bigger is not always better when it …
The Most Common HVAC Problems in NYC
A well-functioning HVAC system—heating, venting and air conditioning—is of the utmost importance in keeping your family comfortable through every season of the year. Here in New York city, extreme weather is not out of the norm, and having your HVAC system go out or perform below peak when the temperature is either too hot or …
