Home Improvement with Bob Guiney
Former HGTV and TLC host, Bob Guiney has some tips from Trane Residential to protect your HVAC system and prepare for storms. Pre-cool your home if you think that you might lose power, set the thermostat to a cooler setting than usual, close the blinds and keep doors and windows shut to keep the cool air in. Plus, you can turn off the electricity to your AC unit to protect against electrical surges from lightning strikes and you can turn it off from your thermostat and circuit breaker. Make sure you check for damage before you turn your air back on. Contact an HVAC professional, like a Trane Comfort Specialist, if you have problems or need repairs after the storm. That will give you professional peace of mind that it’s operating safely and properly. Click here to learn more.
You can erase your fear of water damage through Moen’s Smart Water Security system. I wish I had installed this system when my newly refinished basement flooded! I recommend the Flo Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff. The device is attached to a home’s main water supply line and operates 24/7 in the background. With FloSense 3.0 Technology and MicroLeak Technology, the device learns the water usage patterns of the home and can sense leaks as small as one drop per minute. It can intervene proactively, automatically shutting off the water supply so the home suffers no damage. For protection around appliances, under sinks or areas of concern for leaks, the Smart Leak Detectors will let you know when water or high moisture levels are detected so they know when water is in areas where it shouldn’t be. Click here to learn more.
Hurricanes along with an unstable power grid can cause home power outages this time of year. To better prepare ourselves for what looks like a very active hurricane season, EcoFlow provides dependable home backup, powering everything from coffee makers to central air conditioners. The DELTA Pro 3 offers expandable storage up to 48kWh for days of backup. Unlike fuel generators, EcoFlow's emission-free solutions are safe for indoor use, plus it is whisper quiet and fully charges in less than one hour. EcoFlow's plug-and-play design ensures simple, hassle-free operation for any family member. Now thru the end of Sept you can get 45% off! Click here to learn more.
I like to keep a supply kit with extra batteries, a few flashlights and this T-Rex® Waterproof & Repair Tape. This is the best fix-it-all tape on indoor and outdoor wet, rough and other hard-to-stick-to applications, making it great for storm repairs, as well as everyday plumbing, automotive and recreational uses. I even used it on my kids' inflatable tubes as a patch. Formulated with Flex-to-Fit Technology it is ferociously strong to provide maximum stretch around objects and the ability to fit in tight spaces. Instantly seals out water, air and moisture and even works under water. Click here to learn more.
Now for a little fun at home, create your own coffee bar experience with the Jura J8 twin. It has two high-performance grinders – fill one with regular and one with decaf – or experiment with blending your favorite whole beans for a truly customized brew. Select up to 31 specialties from the intuitive touchscreen color display. The J8 twin prepares the full range of classic coffee specialties and JURA's exclusive Sweet Foam function infuses milk foam with a hint of syrup. It's a home coffee bar dream come true. Click here to learn more.
