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Welcome to Ask A Trainer from F.H. Furr. Phil in Ashburn recently asked why the lights in one of his rooms have started to flicker. No, it's not a ghost. It's much more likely there's a loose ...

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This story was produced by Arin Barry and distributed by Next Net. When an outlet starts acting up, it’s giving you clear signs of an electrical issue. If you notice a burning plastic smell, it is not ...

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