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Holiday cooking, space heaters, and extra guests all raise the stakes for home safety in December. If you want to pass an electrical safety inspection before year end, start with the one system designed to protect people first: reliable, well placed, and up-to-date smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. This guide explains what inspectors look for, …

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The holidays are right around the corner, and that means one thing for homeowners: more time spent entertaining, hosting, and welcoming guests into your home. Whether you’re expecting a full house or just a few visitors, now is the time to make sure your space is ready to shine. From burned-out light fixtures to that …

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Winter weather in Central Texas can be unpredictable. Strong cold fronts, wind, rain, and occasional ice storms often lead to downed power lines, lightning strikes, and sudden power outages. These conditions create the perfect setup for dangerous power surges that can damage or destroy your home’s most valuable electrical systems. If you’ve ever asked, “Do …

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The holidays are just around the corner, and for many homeowners, that means hosting guests, decorating the porch, or simply enjoying cooler evenings outside. Whether you’re preparing for a full house or just want your home to feel fresh and inviting this season, fall is the ideal time to give your curb appeal a boost. …

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Halloween is one of the most exciting times of year for families and neighborhoods across Central Texas. Whether you’re setting up inflatable pumpkins, lining the walkway with spooky lights, or planning an elaborate haunted house, there’s one part of your home that often gets overlooked: the electrical system. Modern Halloween displays go far beyond carved …

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As the scorching Texas summer winds down, the days start to cool, the sun sets earlier, and your home begins facing an entirely different set of challenges. Fall may not bring heavy snow or freezing temperatures to Central Texas, but the shift in seasons is still a critical time for home maintenance. Now is the …

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When the Texas summer heat shows no signs of letting up, keeping your home cool becomes a top priority. But with rising energy costs and HVAC systems running at full tilt, many homeowners start to wonder: Should I upgrade my HVAC system, or would installing ceiling fans be enough to help? If you’re trying to …

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Late summer in Central Texas is a strange in-between season—hot afternoons, unexpected storms, and the first hints that cooler weather is around the corner. It’s also your last real window to knock out repairs before fall routines (and temperatures) start to shift. Whether you’ve put off a few to-dos or just haven’t had time for …

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It’s a frustrating moment—just as you’re about to use the microwave or hair dryer, the lights flicker, and a portion of your home goes dark. You walk to the panel, flip the breaker, and go back to what you were doing. But then it happens again. And again. If your breaker keeps tripping, it’s not …

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We’ve all been there standing in a hardware store aisle, wondering, “Can I do this myself?” There’s no denying that DIY projects can be rewarding. They save money, build confidence, and give homeowners a sense of control. But not every task is DIY-friendly and knowing when to hand it off to a professional can save …

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