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Fix It Anyway!

by Linda Johnson on March 3, 2012

“If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it” is certainly popular advice, but if you’ve ever had a serious plumbing leak, you certainly wished you had taken care of the problem earlier.

Washing machines, like all appliances, are supposed to work and when they don’t, it’s time to have them fixed or replaced. However, there is a critical connection from your water supply that may even be older than your washing machine itself.

Ask someone whose hose broke while they were asleep or out of town and you’ll hear stories of how quickly the water can damage walls, flooring and furniture. Almost anyone can replace the hoses with a pair of pliers for under $30.00 to avoid this potential catastrophe.

As you’re shopping for the replacement hoses, consider the braided stainless steel connectors. The advantage is that the stainless steel offers additional protection should a soft spot develop in the hose beneath. They’ll cost a little more but offer considerably more protection for a nominal price.

When you are considering putting your Minnetonka home on the market, just purchased a home in Minnesota or anywhere, or you have lived in your home for many years, a $30.00 fix could cost you a great deal less than something that breaks.

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Football, Frost and Fireplaces

October 21, 2010

  Now that fall is here, and the temperatures are dropping, my thoughts turn to fireplaces.  They take the chill from the air, but they also emit a calming ambiance to enjoy while sitting nearby with a good book. For the remainder of the year—until December 31st—you may also be entitled to a tax credit [...]

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