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Bob's Home Repair Blog January 2007 Archive

By Bob Formisano, About.com Guide to Home Repair

Be a Heating System and Thermostat Matchmaker!

Monday January 29, 2007
When installing or replacing a new thermostat it is important to make sure to match it properly to the type of heating or cooling system you have in the ... Read More

Mysteries of Tankless Water Heaters

Thursday January 25, 2007
Did you know where you live affects your tankless water heater size? Or that pre-1992 shower heads will increase the heater size? Or that you will probably need multiple ... Read More

Fix That Thermostat!

Monday January 22, 2007
Do you know how to fix a faulty thermostat? No, you don't tap on it, that's only for thermostats at work. When you troubleshoot your gas furnace you should also make ... Read More

Types of Home Heating Systems

Thursday January 18, 2007
There are many types of home heating systems available. To heat your home, some systems use hot air, some hot water, some electricity, some steam and some even use ... Read More

Getting that Spark Back in Your Furnace Ignition

Monday January 15, 2007
I've had some requests for help from folks who had furnace ignition problems. Problem was, they did not have a standing pilot in their furnace as I describe in ... Read More

Holey Moley! Or "Repairing a Large Hole in Drywall"

Friday January 12, 2007
It's a sinking feeling when a large hole appears in your wall. Maybe it was a wild party, maybe someone was making a "point" but anyway you look at ... Read More

AprilAire Whole House Air Filter Replacement

Friday January 5, 2007
Did you know that the EPA lists indoor air as one of the top 5 environmental risks to public health? Scary huh?! And did you know that one of ... Read More

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