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Keep finding water leaking from the base of your toilet? That’s usually the tell-tale sign that the wax ring needs to replaced. A failing wax ring can lead to much more aggravation than just cleaning up water every so often. Letting it continue will lead to some pretty serious damage to your sub-flooring. Wax rings…
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Air Conditioning is a welcome relief during the heat waves that Hampton Roads area residents often experience. But do you actually know how your a/c works providing you with that much needed relief? Understanding the basics of your air conditioning system can help you identify and possibility prevent future problems. Basic knowledge can help you…
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We’ve gathered the most common plumbing questions we’ve heard from clients over the years. These are the top 5 questions along with their answers! Can I change the temperature on my water heather? Customer’s often ask if they can turn the temperature on their water heater up or down. The answer is yes but with…
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Residents in the Hampton Roads are excited that spring is almost here after a long and cold winter season. What’s not to love about spring? Longer days, blossoming trees and flowers, outside adventures with friends and family, and of course warmer weather! R. A. Styron understands that A/C maintenance is probably the last thing on…
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Homeowners often find themselves in an even bigger mess, messing around with chemical drain cleaners. We’ve all been there, your shower has just a little bit of standing water or your kitchen sink is draining soooo slowly. So you think to yourself, ah maybe I’ll just pour some drain cleaner down there instead of spending…
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Noticing a humming or buzzing noise coming from your furnace? You’re not going crazy and hearing things, it’s actually a common problem. There are a few reasons you are experiencing this; they range from failing equipment to simple maintenance related issues. This is a problem that will require a visit from your local heating specialist.…
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As a homeowner, I used to wonder why my vents had water around them frequently. I never found out the reason until I got into the HVAC business. Turns out it’s usually caused by condensation forming on your ducts and leaking onto your ceiling. Sounds pretty simple and painless but do not ignore this issue…
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If you live in the Hampton Roads area, specifically Chesapeake, there’s a good chance you have “hard water”. If so, installing a water softener is your best line of defense. Water that contains a large amount of minerals like iron, magnesium, calcium, lead, sulfur, and limestone is often referred to as “hard water”. While hard…
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Live in a two story home with one HVAC system? If so, you’ve probably found that keeping both floors at an even temperature is easier said then done. Especially during the heat of the summer! You are not alone, R. A. Styron has helped thousands of Tidewater residents with this same problem. There are many…
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Nowadays garbage disposals are commonplace in all kitchen sinks. While they are an amazing tool, most homeowners are not aware that you still cannot put just anything down them. As useful as they are, garbage disposals are not indestructible! So what should NEVER go down your disposal or kitchen drain? PASTA & RICE – Although they…
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