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Walls

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Caulk Exterior Walls

Exterior window frame being caulked with a caulking gun.
Replace cracked or missing caulk along windows, doors, and trim on exterior walls to prevent water intrusion into walls.
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Flash and Air Seal around Kitchen and Bath Exhaust Fan in the Roof or Exterior Wall

Use caulking and metal flashing to seal around kitchen or bath vents in roof or exterior walls.
Use caulking and metal flashing to seal around kitchen or bath vents in roof or exterior walls.
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Flash and Air Seal Piping and Wiring that Comes Through Exterior Walls

Use caulking and spray foam to flash and air seal piping and wiring that comes through exterior walls.
Use caulking and spray foam to flash and air seal piping and wiring that comes through exterior walls.
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Look for Missing Window and Door Flashing

Missing flashing around windows can allow water to get into the wall causing extensive damage to wall materials.
Missing flashing around doors and windows can lead to water infiltration and major damage and rot that is hidden inside of the wall.

Water Heating & Plumbing

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Check Water Heater Temperature

Turning your water heater temperature down to 120°F can promote safety, save energy, and improve system efficiency.
Turning your water heater temperature down to 120°F can promote safety, save energy, and improve system efficiency.
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Clean Heat Pump Water Heater Air Filter

Home Maintenance: Clean Heat Pump Water Heater Air Filter
Clean the air filter in the heat pump water heater periodically to maintain water heater performance.
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Clean Tankless Water Heater Water Filter and Air Filter

Tankless water heaters contain an air filter and a water filter screen, which require regular cleaning.
Tankless water heaters contain an air filter and a water filter screen, which require regular cleaning.
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Flush Water Heater Tank

Water heaters should be flushed about once a year to remove sediment in the tank and improve long-term performance.
Flush your water heater tank to improve performance and longevity.
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Install a Heat Pump Water Heater

Components of a heat pump water heater.
Replace an electric-resistance water heater with a heat pump water heater for energy savings.
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Install a Water Heater Blanket on an Electric Resistance Water Heater

Install a Water Heater Blanket on Electric Resistance Water Heaters
Insulating your electric resistance water heater is a simple, inexpensive method to reduce standby heat losses and improve energy efficiency.
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Insulate Hot Water Pipes

Insulating hot water pipes gets more hot water to pipes faster, reducing wear on your water heater, saving on water heating costs, and protecting pipes from freezing.
Insulating hot water pipes gets more hot water to pipes faster, reducing wear on your water heater, saving on water heating costs, and protecting pipes from freezing.
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Look for Signs of a Gas Water Heater Backdrafting

Look for signs of a gas water heater backdrafting (allowing combustion exhaust to spill back into the house instead of going up the flue).
Look for signs of a gas water heater backdrafting (allowing combustion exhaust to spill back into the house instead of going up the flue).