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What to Look at When Buying a Home: Electrical & Plumbing Systems

Buying a new home is exciting! But it’s essential to ensure the house you are looking to purchase is in good shape, especially regarding the electrical and plumbing systems. If you don’t pay attention to these things, you could have expensive repairs and headaches later! In this article, we’ll help you understand what to look for when checking out a …

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Top 4 Things Not to Send Down the Drain

Maintaining your drains’ health is crucial, which means being mindful of what goes down them. While water and human waste are the typical safe options, several other common items can cause significant issues in your pipes.  In this article, we will highlight four top offenders that should never find their way into your drains. By avoiding these substances, you can …

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What is a GFCI Outlet?

In the realm of electrical safety, there is a device that stands as a vigilant guardian against potential hazards – the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlet. As an esteemed home services company, Beacon Home Services takes immense pride in ensuring the safety and well-being of its customers. In this blog post, we will delve into the world of GFCI …

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Why Does My Toilet Keep Running?

The Never-Ending Flush Have you had a toilet that constantly has water running in it? It can be super annoying (especially in a master bathroom when you’re trying to sleep), and it can also be a huge water waster, which means a higher water bill.  Why does this happen? Here are reasons why this could be happening in your home:  …

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What Size Toilet Seat Do I Need?

As one of the essential fixtures in any bathroom, a toilet seat plays a crucial role in providing comfort and functionality. However, when it comes to choosing the right size toilet seat, many homeowners find themselves perplexed by the myriad of options available in the market. Fear not! In this comprehensive guide brought to you by Beacon Home Services, we …

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How Does a Garbage Disposal Work?

In today’s modern kitchens, the garbage disposal has become a convenient and essential tool for efficient waste management. With a simple flip of a switch, you can say goodbye to food scraps, reducing waste and keeping your kitchen clean. But have you ever wondered how a garbage disposal actually works? In this guide, we’ll delve into the fascinating inner workings …

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Circuit Breaker Warning Signs

Your home’s circuit breaker is a valuable line of defense in protecting your home. All your electrical appliances rely on your home’s circuit breaker, which makes it that much more important. Replacing your circuit breaker can be such an economical investment in protecting your home. Dealing with flickering lights, poor performance from your appliances such as your stove or microwave, and a smoking scent from …

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4 Types of Outdoor Safety Lighting to Consider This Fall

Outdoor safety lighting is more than just for enhancing home aesthetics, although it certainly has its benefits in livening up your home’s exterior at nightfall. The major gain of outdoor safety lighting is that it protects you from the threat of home break-ins, which is much more of a likely occurrence than you may think. The Federal Bureau of Investigation …

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Reasons to Consider an Electrical Home Inspection

Your electrical safety is not something you want to mess with, and when it comes to electrical work around your home, most of it is best left to the pros. However, even if you feel like your electricity is working as it should, there could be some underlying problems or issues that may ultimately lower your home value or put you at …