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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1992
Page
31
Popular Mechanics outlines how to prevent freezing by insulating areas where cold air enters and explains immediate steps to fix a frozen pipe. It covers locating weak spots, shutting off water, thawing with heat, and material specific repair methods for copper steel and plastic piping.
The guide urges gardeners to prep now for next spring with patch repairs for annuals and perennials, mulch and fertilizer for quick lawn perk ups, and notes on recording what worked this year. It also advises planning ahead, planting spring bulbs in autumn, and fertilizing northern lawns.
Fall routines bring furnace inspection reminders from home heating pros. Jim Graham of Colony Heating urges annual checks for furnaces 15 years old or more, with a technician cleaning and inspecting for 40 to 60 dollars. If yellow flames appear, burners may need cleaning to boost efficiency.
Homes built before 1900 often have unlined brick chimneys with deteriorated mortar. Unlined stacks can leak smoke and pose fire risk, while internal liners may need repair. A visual basement attic inspection plus a 2 inch clearance check is advised, with video scan as a best detector.
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