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One of the three types of Home Automation Systems Centrally Controlled Communication Systems Centrally controlled communication systems route signals between a central computer and appliance controllers or environmental sensors. These systems can control some “dumb”...
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Home Automation Systems Designers and manufacturers have been dreaming of the “Home of the Future” for years. In the past they envisioned appliances that functioned automatically, and now large appliance and electrical control industries are moving in the direction of...
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PLUMBING SYSTEMS: This is a brief description of the path water takes from the city to your tap and how you can control it. Note: In the event of a broken pipe, or leaking pipe especially after a disaster like an earthquake, it’s good to know how and where to turn...
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Knowing Your Home Systems The “lifespan” of a central air conditioner is about 15 to 20 years. Annual maintenance can improve the efficiency and help to prolong the life span of your central air conditioning unit Routinely replace or clean all filters this...
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Understanding Your Home Systems – More on HVAC systems There are many parts to HVAC Systems. This is information you may already know but it needs to be said as it’s the most basic. What You Can Do Non-Mechanical I read some place that people feel comfortable...
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HEATING SYSTEMS. There are various types of heating systems: Forced – Air Heating System, Baseboard Systems, Radiant Heating Systems, Supplemental Heating Systems and Solar Heating Systems which have various fuel sources: Natural Gas, LP Gas (Liquefied petroleum),...