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What That Musty Smell Under the Sink Was Really Hiding

How a simple leak detector helped one family prevent kitchen damage before the holidays We received this story last week from Jennifer R., a homeowner in Oregon who shared how a subtle leak almost ruined her kitchen cabinets—right before the holidays. “I Thought It Was Just Humidity” “About two weeks ago, I started noticing a faint musty smell under our kitchen sink. I assumed it was just from storing damp sponges or maybe some older cleaning supplies. The cabinet floor looked dry, so I didn't think much of it. But then I noticed the wood at the very back was starting to warp slightly. No puddle. No drip I could see. Just that smell and a bit of swelling.” A Leak That Comes and Goes Jennifer checked the pipes and wiped everything down. It looked fine. “I thought maybe it was a spill or just old house stuff. But the smell kept coming back—especially after running the dishwasher.” That's when she decided to try something different: placing a small under-sink leak detector near th...
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Smart Thermostat App Demo — Winter Heating Control

A short tutorial on setting up a Smart Thermostat for Baseboard Heaters:  EcoNet-BH using the Smart Life app. The video demonstrates device pairing, temperature adjustment, Manual/Automatic modes, weekly scheduling, and common settings like child lock and energy-saving mode. Useful for anyone installing a Wi-Fi thermostat or learning how to use Smart Life for home heating control.

How Smart Thermostats Work for 120V/240V Electric Baseboard Heating

Electric baseboard heaters are common in many North American homes, especially in older houses, cabins, and rental units. They’re simple, reliable, and effective—but traditional wall dials can make temperature control inconsistent and energy usage unpredictable. Many homeowners today want to replace those dials with a smart thermostat . That leads to one big question: Do smart thermostats work with electric baseboard heaters? The short answer: Yes — but only certain models. Here’s a simple explanation of what you need to know. Why Not All Smart Thermostats Are Compatible Most well-known smart thermostats like Nest and Ecobee are designed for 24V HVAC systems . Electric baseboard heaters, however, operate on 120V or 240V line voltage . Because of this voltage difference: 24V thermostats won’t work They can’t control the heater And they may be unsafe to install If your home uses baseboard heating, you must choose a line-voltage smart thermostat . What Makes a Line-...

Best WiFi Gas Leak Detectors for 2025 — Black Friday Deals & Expert Picks

  Winter is the peak season for natural gas and carbon monoxide incidents. With windows closed and heating systems running longer, even a small leak can become dangerous faster than expected. If you're searching for the  best WiFi gas leak detector 2025 , this guide compares the top options, explains how they work, and highlights the  best Black Friday deals  you can grab now. Top WiFi Gas Detectors at a Glance (2025) Here’s a quick comparison of the most reliable WiFi-enabled gas detectors for home safety. Smart Gas Detector Comparison Table — Updated for Black Friday 2025 Rank Model Detects Connectivity Best For Price Black Friday Deal ⭐  #1 Best Overall WiFi Gas Leak Detector GasNet-S4 WiFi Natural Gas Detector Methane / Natural Gas 2.4GHz WiFi Kitchens, stoves, boiler rooms $32 Included in 10% OFF Bundle ⭐  #2 Best WiFi CO + Gas Combo GasNet-CM Smart CO & Gas Alarm CO + Gas WiFi Furnace rooms, heaters, basements $29 Included in 10% OFF Bundle #3 Bes...