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Rain & HVAC Repairs
The many reasons the air conditioning cannot be repaired when it is raining
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more from July 2010
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It's Summertime!
Tips for your A/C and Swimming Pool
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more from June 2010
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Termite Treatments
Helpful Tips to protect your home from Mr. Freeze
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more from March 2010
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Freeze Alert!
Helpful Tips to protect your home from Mr. Freeze
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more from January 2010
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Water Heaters
When winter comes, the ground water gets cold. When that very cold water flows into your water heater the heater can fail, if any of the parts are on their last leg.
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more from December 09
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Batten Down the Hatches!
Tips to save on your electric bill during Winter
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more from October 09
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Get Ready For Winter
Practical tips to prepare your home for winter.
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more from August 09
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Monthly Home Warranty
Once upon a time (1988) I had three kids in college and I was selling real estate. I wished, practically every month, that I could scrounge up $350 and buy a home warranty to cover my house. I didn’t have it.
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more from August 09
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CFC (Chlorofluorocarbons)
The July newsletter explains the REFRIGERANTS time line (Montreal Protocol created in 1987) concerning the elimination of the chemical:
CFC (Chlorofluorocarbons)
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more from July 09
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Air Conditioning Service and Swimming Pool Algae
The June newsletter is more of a news bulletin for what is happening “right now” than it is a Home Tips issue. Two issues: Air Conditioning time delays and Swimming Pool algae.
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more from June 09
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Air Conditioning Service and Swimming Pool Algae
The June newsletter is more of a news bulletin for what is happening “right now” than it is a Home Tips issue. Two issues: Air Conditioning time delays and Swimming Pool algae.
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more from June 09
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Air Conditioning and Heating Equipment
I know, I know---everyone is sick of hearing this same story. But, if everyone would clean their equipment, it would last much longer and save money on electricity, too. That is so important today.
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more from May 09
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Optional Coverage
This month’s newsletter is on the value of purchasing OPTIONAL COVERAGE. Let’s talk about the benefits of families purchasing extra coverage for your home.
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more from April 09
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Air Conditioning
March is the month to have an air conditioning maintenance check. I know your first inclination is NOT to have it done, in case there is a problem and you really don’t want to spend any extra money. I understand, I am the same way.
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more from March 09
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Swimming Pools
Being a former swimming pool owner is much like being a former boat owner. Personally, I admit how happy I was the first day I bought each one and how DELIGHTED I was the day I got rid of each one. When you own a swimming pool, you have to be sure the pool is safe and clean. Maintaining a pool is time consuming and can be labor intensive.
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more from February 09
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Winter Weather Tips
When I read the following winter weather update, I am motivated to do something about my un-preparedness.
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more from January 09
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Happy Days Are Here Again!
Happy days are here again! Isn’t fall in Texas simply the best?
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more from November 08
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OOPS!
Learn about 3 NEW services through our pest contractor.
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more from September 08
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Furnace Time
Furnace tips and help.
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more from September 08
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Selling Your Home
Personal listing wisdom and experiences.
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more from August 08
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Phone Calls to our Customer Care Representatives
Our reasons for a trained and professional Customer Care Representative.
Read more from July 08
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Tankless v. Traditional Water Heaters For TX Home Owners
Though tankless water heaters are slightly more expensive, they have many added benefits to Texas Home Owners.
Read more from May 2008
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Spring Tips For Your Home
Use this helpful list to prepare your home for unexpected Texas weather and to remain complaint with your Nations Home Warranty contract.
Read more from April 2008
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Carpenter
Ants
Use our helpful tips to prevent carpenter ants from attacking your Texas home! If you have the Nations Home Owner’s Basic Home Warranty Plan, carpenter ant treatment is done by a professional for a very affordable co-pay and it’s guaranteed for 90 days.
Read more from March 2008
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Choosing Your Home Warranty Company
Choosing a home warranty company can be a difficult process. Nations Residential has several things that set us apart from the competition.
Read more from February 2008
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Winterizing Your Texas Home
Nations Home Warranty provides helpful tips for winterizing your Texas home. Tips include proactive maintenance for your home exterior, fireplace, roof, electrical outlets and more.
Read more from December 2007
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Furnace Maintenance
As a Texas homeowner, did you know high humidity and wide swings in temperature can create rust and damage air conditioning & heating equipment? As your trusted Texas home warranty company, Nations knows how to keep your equipment in working condition!
Read more from October 2007
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Rain Gutters
Use our helpful tips for cleaning your rain gutters. We also provide helpful tips for preventing and treating pest problems for our home warranty clients. Read more from September 2007
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Upkeep For Texas Homeowners
Cleanliness and maintenance are important for keeping your home in good shape. Read Nations Home Warranty’s tips for upkeep on your foundation, flooring, appliances and more.
Read more from August 2007
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Nations Home Warranty Customer
Care Claim Process
Nations Home Warranty values our customers - so much so that we’ve changed our Customer Care Claim Process to make it more efficient.
Read more from June 2007
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Termite
Treatments
As your Texas home warranty company, we understand the importance of protection from those pesky termites. At Nations, our termite coverage sets us apart from other home warranty companies.
Read more from April 2007
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A/C
Equipment Inspection For Your Texas Home
Texas homeowners know that our weather can cause rust and damage heating and cooling equipment. Nations Home Warranty clients can schedule a routine equipment inspection to proactively manage potential damage.
Read more from March 2007
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Home Warranty Coverage
It's important to know what items are covered in your home warranty. Most home warranty companies cover items inside the perimeter of the home, though upgraded packages can be purchased to cover additional items.
Read more from January 2007
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Clean Up Time
Nations Residential Service often receives calls about commonly asked questions from Texas homeowners. Here's our list of the most frequently asked questions.
Read more from December 2006
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Tankless
Water Heater
Though Nations Residential does not currently cover inspection or repair on tankless water heaters, knowing the pros and cons of owning a tankless water heater is helpful information.
Read more from November 2006
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Nations Home Warranty's Customer
Care Claims
Nations Home Warranty values our customers and is constantly updating our Customer Care Claims process to be more effective and efficient.
Read more from October 2006
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Optional Home Warranty
Coverage
Nations Residential Service is your Texas home warranty provider - we know that our Basic Home Owners Home Warranty Plan doesn’t cover everything, but we’ve developed optional coverage to help our clients select what’s best for their individual home.
Read more from September 2006
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Foundations
It's important to maintain your home’s foundation by preventative maintenance - especially during the dry season.
Read more from August 2006
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Disassemled
Parts / HVAC
As with most home warranty companies, Nations Residential cannot cover items that have been disassembled by the home owner. Other tips in this article include HVAC tips for cleaning and regular maintenance.
Read more from July 2006
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HVAC
Care
Proper regular care, usually twice yearly, is necessary for HVAC systems. Home warranty companies won’t replace or repair a system that’s not properly maintained.
Read more from June 2006
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Water
Heater
As a Texas homeowner, you can extend the life of your water heater by cleaning and flushing it regularly.
Read more from May 2006
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Termites
Most home warranty companies won’t cover termites. When you order a termite treatment from Nations Residential Service, however, the complete house is guaranteed for twelve months - even if the termites come back in a completely different part of the house.
Read more from April 2006
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