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Tips, Tricks & Home Comfort Insights From Our Blog
Stay informed and in control with helpful insights from the team at Ted’s HVAC, Plumbing, & Electrical. Our blog features expert advice on everything from seasonal maintenance to energy-saving tips and DIY troubleshooting. Whether you’re looking to improve indoor air quality, fix a plumbing issue, or better understand your home’s electrical system, we’ve got you covered. Explore our latest posts to keep your Durham home safe, efficient, and comfortable all year long.
Recurring Drain Clogs in Your Durham Home: When Professional Drain Cleaning Is Needed
A clogged drain is frustrating, but a drain that keeps clogging is usually a sign that the original problem was never fully resolved. You may...
Who Is Responsible for a Sewer Line Problem in Hillsborough: The Homeowner or the Town?
A sewer problem can quickly disrupt your entire home. Several drains may slow down at once, toilets might begin gurgling, or wastewater could back up...
Beat the “NC Sticky”: Why High Humidity is Making Your 72° Home Feel Like 80°
A North Carolina home can feel hot and sticky at 72 degrees when indoor humidity is too high. High humidity slows sweat evaporation, makes the...
Why Does My AC Stop Working After Thunderstorms in Durham?
Summer thunderstorms are common across Durham and the Triangle. While the rain can provide temporary relief from the heat, severe storms often leave homeowners with...
Will Your Smart Home Survive a Durham Storm? The Truth About Whole-Home Surge Protection
A whole-home surge protector helps defend your home’s electrical system from the kinds of power surges that can damage HVAC equipment, appliances, smart devices, and...
Don’t Lose Your $1,000 Tax Credit: The June 30 Deadline for NC EV Charger Installations
North Carolina homeowners still have a limited window to claim a federal tax credit for a home EV charger, but the deadline is approaching. To...
The Central NC HVAC Lifecycle: Why 15 Years in Durham is Different Than 15 Years Elsewhere
Homeowners in Durham and throughout Central North Carolina often hear that a quality air conditioning system should last about fifteen years. However, the “Bull City”...
Is Your Heat Pump Failing or Just Defrosting? How to Tell Before You Call a Technician
There is a specific kind of heart-sink feeling that happens when you look out your window on a freezing Durham morning and see white smoke...
Heat Pump vs Traditional Furnace: What Works Best in the Durham Area?
Residents of the Triangle know that the weather in the Piedmont is unpredictable. While we enjoy beautiful autumns, our winters bring a biting, damp chill...
