If your home has a well water system, it is not protected by mandatory quality testing like public drinking water systems are. For that reason, it is important to make sure that well water systems are regularly tested to make sure it is safe to drink and use for washing dishes, clothes, showering, and more. …
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Residential septic systems house some pretty nasty situations that are usually—and thankfully—out of sight, out of mind. But when the system malfunctions, things can get stinky. What Is a Septic System? Septic systems are underground, onsite wastewater structures specifically designed to treat biological human waste when access to a centralized sewer system impractical. Septic systems …
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As a homeowner, there are many circumstances that you need to be wary of in order to best protect your house and your family, from property damage caused by environmental factors, like fires and flooding, to accidental gas leaks like radon or carbon monoxide. In the U.S., around 20,000-30,000 people are affected by accidental carbon monoxide poisoning …
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Some homeowners may be surprised to learn that asbestos-containing materials could have been used in the construction of their home—especially if the house was built before 1980 when regulations were enacted. You may be thinking: Where can asbestos be found in my home? How do I know if I’m at risk? Below, Inspect-It 1st breaks …
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