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The Ultimate Guide to Types of Backup Generators: Finding the Right Power Solution. Photo of a generator.

The Ultimate Guide to Types of Backup Generators: Finding the Right Power Solution

September 30, 2024

Power outages never happen at a convenient time—whether you’re watching the big game or cooking dinner, the lights can flicker out in an instant. When that happens, you’re left in the dark (literally and figuratively) about how to keep things running smoothly. That’s where backup generators come to the rescue!

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Why Air Conditioners Freeze Up. Frozen AC units.

Why Air Conditioners Freeze Up

September 16, 2024

Did you accidentally stumble upon your air conditioning (AC) unit’s “winter weather” setting? Nope. You’re probably experiencing a freeze up.

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Is My Home Energy Efficient? Green home.

Is My Home Energy Efficient?

September 9, 2024

You hear it all the time—buy energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment to lower your Delaware utility bills!

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Reasons to Change Your Filters More Frequently. Person changing a filter.

Reasons to Change Your Filters More Frequently

August 29, 2024

Filters play a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency and longevity of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) units in our Newark homes. Despite their importance, changing air filters is often overlooked, leading to a myriad of problems that can affect both the functionality of the HVAC system and the health of its users.

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Is a Surge Protector Worth It? Photo of cord plugged into an outlet, on fire.

Is a Surge Protector Worth It?

August 15, 2024

We are no strangers to power outages in Delaware. Lightning strikes and strong wind can take out electricity infrastructure, and power companies often purposely cut service as a safety precaution during the wildfire season.

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Does An AC Kill Mold? Hand in a yellow rubber glove wiping a blue wall or table with a pink cloth.

Does An AC Kill Mold?

August 8, 2024

Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your Deleware home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it can’t do is kill mold.

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Everything You Need to Know About Water Heaters: Types, Benefits, and Maintenance

July 31, 2024

At its simplest, a water heater’s basic function involves heating cold water using an energy source and supplying hot water to various fixtures around a home. Water heaters typically have a storage tank where hot water is kept until needed, though tankless models heat water on demand.

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How Often Do I Need to Clean My Main Sewer Line? Young woman is standing in the kitchen, wearing protective gloves, ready from washing dishes.

How Often Do I Need to Clean My Main Sewer Line?

July 15, 2024

At Joseph Frederick & Sons, we take your plumbing needs and concerns seriously. Your main sewer line plays a vital role in your entire Delaware home’s plumbing system—we want to help you properly maintain it!

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Know Your AC System

July 8, 2024

Whether it’s people, appliances, or air conditioning (AC) systems, the better you know them, the better you are able to care for them. Our team at Joseph Frederick & Sons knows air conditioners because it’s our business.

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Electrical Safety Tips

June 17, 2024

Tackling electrical maintenance or repairs without professional training can cause serious injury or death as well as lead to things like fire hazards in your Newark home.

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