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Priya Natarajan

Priya Natarajan covers routine home maintenance and small repairs; she tests every tool recommendation in her own hundred-year-old house before it goes to print.

What Causes Ice Dams on Roofs? Simple Prevention Guide (2026)

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
what causes ice dams on roofs

Ice dams form when heat escaping from a heated living space warms the attic, melts the underside of the snow sitting on the roof, … Read more

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How to Reduce Humidity in a Basement 2026: 6 Proven Steps

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
how to reduce humidity in a basement

To reduce humidity in a basement, find where the moisture is coming from first, then control the air with a correctly sized dehumidifier set … Read more

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Whole House Humidifier vs Portable: Which Is Better (2026)

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
whole house humidifier vs portable

If you are weighing a whole house humidifier vs portable unit, the short version is simple. If you own a forced-air furnace and a … Read more

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How to Bleed a Radiator: Easy Steps for Homeowners (2026)

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
how to bleed a radiator

Bleeding a radiator takes about a minute per unit and needs almost nothing: fit a small square key to the bleed valve at the … Read more

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How to Clean Air Vents and Registers (October 2026)

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
how to clean air vents and registers

Knowing how to clean air vents and registers is a 30-minute job for most homes: turn the system off at the thermostat, vacuum the … Read more

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How to Seal Leaky Air Ducts: 5 DIY Fixes That Last (October 2026)

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
how to seal leaky air ducts

Most leaky air duct problems come down to two materials: UL 181 rated metal foil tape for small gaps and seams, and duct mastic … Read more

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What Does SEER Rating Mean for Air Conditioners? (2026)

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
what does seer rating mean for air conditioners

SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. It is the total BTUs of cooling an air conditioner delivers across a full cooling season divided … Read more

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How Does a Heat Pump Work in Cold Weather? (October 2026)

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
how does a heat pump work in cold weather

A heat pump works in cold weather by moving heat from outdoor air into your home rather than burning fuel to make it. Even … Read more

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Why Does My AC Run but Not Cool? Causes and Fixes (2026)

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
why does my ac run but not cool

If your AC runs but does not cool, the fan is moving air while the cooling part of the system has stopped working. Air … Read more

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How to Clear a Clogged AC Drain Line Without Leaks (October 2026)

October 3, 2026 by Priya Natarajan
how to clear a clogged ac drain line

Most clogged AC drain lines clear up with a wet/dry vacuum on the outside pipe and a vinegar flush at the pan. The job … Read more

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