Garbage Disposal All disposals have an overload feature that automatically shuts off the power when the motor becomes overloaded and gets too hot. Once the motor cools, simply push the reset button on the side of or under the unit. On the other hand, if it hums but doesn’t spin, it may have something stuck… Continue reading How to Fix 11 of the Most Common Household Appliance Problems
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Helpful Maintenance Tips & Troubleshooting
Helpful Maintenance Tips & Troubleshooting Water causes the most damage in rental properties. This type of damage is very expensive. Common water damage includes, sheetrock, carpet, carpet padding, linoleum and tenant belongings. If you notice any water intrusion at your property please notify our office immediately. It is vital that all tenants carry the proper… Continue reading Helpful Maintenance Tips & Troubleshooting
Maintenance Tips 101
Most tenants are more than happy to leave maintenance to the landlord. After all, maintenance service is a primary benefit of renting. That said, service calls are intrusive. And in the long run, you’ll pay for damage to your unit caused by neglect. Protect your peace of mind and your security deposit by following a… Continue reading Maintenance Tips 101
Tips for the Home
Lower the temperature on your hot water heater down to 120 degrees Fahrenheit (55 degrees Celsius). This is the optimum temperature for your hot water heater. Most people do not utilize water that’s hotter than that, and thus energy used to keep the water that hot isn’t effective. Lower the temperature, save some on your… Continue reading Tips for the Home