Electric furnaces can be an expensive investment for almost any size home due to electricity costs (actual units are inexpensive). Electric furnaces also have a variety of maintenance related issues that every owner and potential consumer should be aware of. Electric furnaces can become extremely energy inefficient and costly if they are not working to ...
Circuit breakers and fuses protect your house from power overloads caused by spikes in the power supply. Without these an appliance, such as your dryer or microwave oven could easily overheat and catch fire. For this reason you must use extreme caution when working with them. Keep in mind that any electricity is dangerous, and ...
I have done so much traveling that I have become an authority on what you should have in your car when you travel. This is my basic list of things you should never leave your driveway without. Socket Set ~ You may be surprised to know that most of the parts of your engine that ...
Is your doorbell on the fritz? Don’t despair. It isn’t that hard to get to the root of the problem. In my experience, it is just a simple process of elimination that will take you roughly an hour or less to complete. The first doorbell that I ever had to troubleshoot was in an old ...
Ever spent hundreds of dollars at a mechanic for some electrical mishap in your car? Ever wonder if you got ripped off? Chances are, you may have. Many people report electrical problems in their car, like their electrical devices aren’t getting power. CD players won’t work, lights won’t work, or blinkers won’t work. However, some ...
Is it sane to fix your own car? In this economy, it is more important than ever to do everything yourself. However, are you crossing a line of safety by repairing your own car? As it turns out, I learned from several engineers and mechanics in my family that there are ways to save money ...
If you’re thinking about purchasing a vintage British motorcycle there are a few things I have learned through the years that may be of assistance to you. Ever since I was a child I have loved vintage British motorcycles, particularly Triumphs. Since the age of 19 I have owned at least half a dozen Triumphs ...
Older cars are often wonderful cars, given a little extra TLC. One thing you can do to improve your older cars performance is to check and clean the fuse box. Corrosion can build up on the connections and reduce the effectiveness of your cars electrical system. I have a 1984 Volvo wagon, and recently experienced ...
A dimmer switch is an excellent way of adjusting the level of light within your home. If your dimmer switch is no longer working, a new switch can easily be installed. You can also install a new switch in the place of an existing light. This replacement or installation should be able to be completed ...
If you have ever suffered from mystery problems with your car like a light that refuses to turn on despite replacement of the bulb, a horn that won’t blow, or your vehicle won’t start or move even though everything appears fine, check your car fuse box. Rather than take your car to a mechanic for ...