Emergency advice
What to do in the first five minutes, before anyone arrives. Burst pipes, gas leaks, slab leaks and sewer backups — the actions that change the outcome, and the ones that make things worse.
Emergency
Find Your Main Water Shutoff Before You Need It
The single most valuable five minutes any homeowner can spend. During a burst pipe, the difference between knowing and searching is measured in gallons per minute.
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Burst Pipe: Exactly What to Do in the First 5 Minutes
Water is coming out fast and every minute counts. Here is the exact order of operations, from the main shutoff to the call.
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Carbon Monoxide and Your Heating System: What to Know
Carbon monoxide is odorless, and the symptoms mimic the flu. Here is what actually causes it in a home heating system, and exactly what to do if your alarm goes off.
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Suspect a Gas Leak? Do These 4 Things Immediately
If you smell rotten eggs near a gas appliance, the order you do things in matters. Here is exactly what to do, and what not to touch on your way out.
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Slab Leak Warning Signs Every North Texas Homeowner Should Know
A slab leak rarely announces itself. It shows up as a warm floor, a water bill that will not settle down, or a meter that never stops turning.
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Water Heater Leaking? What to Do in the First 10 Minutes
A leaking water heater can go from a damp spot to 40 gallons on the floor without much warning. Here is exactly what to do first, in order.
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