Furnace Maintenance Checklist Before Chicago Winters Hit With Chicago winters often bringing sudden cold snaps and long stretches of freezing weather, furnace problems that seem “small” in fall can become big emergencies in mid-January. A short maintenance routine now can reduce the risk of unexpected shutdowns, help your system run efficiently, and support more consistent heating for your home. 1) Confirm the basics: power, thermostat, and airflow Start with the components you can quickly verify. Check that the furnace has proper power and that the thermostat is set correctly for heating mode. Replace disposable thermostat batteries if applicable, and confirm the fan setting is appropriate for your system (many households use auto/auto-circulate options rather than continuous fan). Next, inspect visible vents and registers. Make sure supply vents aren’t blocked by furniture, rugs, or stored items. Blocked airflow can cause the furnace to overheat o ... Read ...
Quick and Reliable Bathtub Drain Clog Solutions
A slow-draining or fully blocked bathtub is usually the result of hair, soap scum, and everyday grime collecting at the drain opening and in the trap. The good news: many clogs can be cleared quickly with the right approach and a little patience.
Start with the easiest checks
Before using stronger methods, confirm the blockage source. Remove the drain stopper or cover (if applicable) and look for visible hair or residue. If you can reach it, pull it out with gloves or a paper towel-wrapped tool to avoid pushing material deeper.
If the drain is covered by a pop-up stopper, check for trapped hair around the mechanism and around the overflow path. Sometimes the “clog” is actually a stuck stopper or residue collecting at the edge of the drain assembly.
Use a drain snake or auger for hair-heavy clogs
For clogs you can’t see, a drain snake (hand auger) is often the ... Read more »
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