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Washer Smell: 5 Likely Causes and How to Fix Them
A washer smell should be refreshing, clean, and nothing like what yours is smelling like right now! Whether it has the faint aroma of rotten eggs or the nose-grinding scent of sewer, here are the five most likely causes of your washer smell AND ways to fix it! Table…
Why Does My Washer Leak and When Should Panic?
A washer leak is not only an annoyance but a major hindrance! Not only are you mopping every laundry day, but your clothes may get that mildew smell. Gross! There are a lot of reasons why your washer might be leaking, but not every reason needs a proper freak-out…
Why Does My Refrigerator Leak? 3 Simple Reasons!
Is there anything worse than stepping in a puddle with socks on? Yes… finding that puddle inside your house! You may be asking yourself: why does my refrigerator leak? Luckily, the answer may not be so bad as there’s usually three simple reasons why. Table of…
Do I Need a Home Generator?
What are the benefits of a home generator? Do I really need one? Is a generator worth the cost and hassle of installation? If these questions have ever run through your head, you’re probably a Floridian. Hurricanes are a way of life for Floridians. In fact, we often…
5 Things to Know About Freezer Burn
Freezer burn is never fun. Freezing food should be an easy way to save money and waste less. Instead, we often view it as an unfavorable way of preserving food when we pull it out of the freezer and see ice forming on top. You’ll be happy to hear, however, that…
3 Quick Reasons Why Your Washer Shakes
If you are finding your laundry room has become a repeat noise complaint, it might be time to figure out exactly why your washing machine is shaking.
3 Tips to Keep Your Air Conditioner Hurricane Safe
Like it or not, it’s officially Hurricane Season in Southwest Florida. All we can do is keep our fingers crossed that we don’t end up in the proverbial Cone of Uncertainty. Home-Tech is here to help you keep your air conditioner hurricane safe should the worst happen….
Should I Get a Smart Thermostat?
With a smart thermostat, you can save money, time and energy by having the power to control your home’s temperature at the tips of your fingers. But aren’t there some negatives to this device? Today we’re going to talk about the pros and cons of a smart thermostat….
SWFL Realtors Love Including Home-Tech’s Home Service Warranties in their Transaction
In Southwest Florida, waiting days—or even weeks—for national companies to send out subcontractors isn’t just inconvenient; it’s unbearable, especially during an AC outage. Unlike others, we never subcontract. Our dedicated employees provide prompt, reliable service 7…
Will Rust and Corrosion Affect My AC System?
Your HVAC system is designed to be outside and withstand the elements. However, living in Southwest Florida, rust and corrosion are more prevalent and can affect your AC system more than it can in other areas. It’s been studied and noted that the four main causes of…
Home-Tech and Habitat for Humanity: 22 Homes & Counting
Helping SWFL One Home at a Time Habitat For Humanity & Home-Tech As SWFL’s leading home appliance and AC home warranty provider we wanted to partner with our local Habitat for Humanity chapter to help provide affordable living to the people of our communities. …
Why You Should Hire a Home Watch Company
Do you have multiple homes that you stay at during different times of the year? As a seasonal resident, do you worry about your vacant home? By hiring a home watch company, these worries will go away and allow you to fully enjoy the moment. You may think that you have…