BEFORE YOU BUY Buying a house is like a fresh slate! You can create the house of your dreams with just a few touches of paint and a little bit of sprucing in the yard. But, don’t let your new home’s aesthetic cause you to overlook something much more vital: its function. DON’T SIGN FOR YOUR DREAM HOME UNTIL YOU CHECK THE HVAC UNIT
skilled technician from Aire Serv of the Mid-Hudson Valley before you buy the home. Similar to what happens during a regular maintenance check, the technician will perform diagnostic tests to determine the condition of the unit, potential dangers to watch for, and a maintenance plan specific to your new home’s system. In addition, as the expert on all things heating and cooling, your technician can provide you with a detailed understanding of the basics of your unit. While your old home may have been running on an old boiler system, the heat pump in your new home may seem like a foreign language to you. With a technician’s help, you will gain an understanding of how to properly care for your unit and know the signs to watch for. A home is a large investment, but when you find the one you love, protect it with a proper, full inspection. Our team can swing by to give you the rundown on your dream home’s HVAC system. Schedule an appointment today by calling 845-256-6158. EASY IRISH SODA BREAD
Plumbing, electricity, and heating and cooling systems should be some of the most important pieces you consider when purchasing your new pad. Inspections can take the grunt work out of looking for problems or identifying a home’s needs, but not all inspectors are fully versed in the inner workings of an HVAC system. They will have baseline knowledge but may not know about all of the problems that could be lurking in your HVAC system. Instead of only choosing paint colors and pillows, you could be rolling the dice with your new HVAC unit and potentially spending thousands of dollars on repairs just months after moving into your dream home.
Avoid the strain on both your wallet and your comfort by having the house’s HVAC unit inspected by a
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Irish soda bread is a staple of many St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, but it was born out of necessity. Celebrate Irish ingenuity and grit with this easy, modern version.
INGREDIENTS
• 4 cups all-purpose flour • 4 tbsp sugar • 1 tbsp baking powder • 1 tsp baking soda • 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup margarine, softened • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk, divided • 1 egg • 1/4 cup butter, melted
DIRECTIONS 1. Heat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a large baking sheet. 2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and margarine. 3. Stir in 1 cup buttermilk and egg, and mix until dough comes together. 4. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface, then form dough into a round and place it on baking sheet. 5. In a small bowl, combine melted butter and remaining 1/4 cup buttermilk. 6. Brush the raw loaf with this mixture and cut an “X” into the top. 7. Bake loaf for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, brushing the loaf with the butter mixture as needed during baking.
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