Temperatures have finally begun to cool, and while we still aren’t using our furnaces on a daily basis, you may have turned yours on one night this past weekend to get a little bit of chill out of the air indoors. If so, hopefully you didn’t notice anything out of the ordinary. However if you did detect an odd smell coming from your furnace, it’s not something to be ignored.
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Monday, September 26th, 2016Why Should I Schedule Maintenance for My Heater?
Monday, September 12th, 2016With temperatures steadily declining, there’s no denying that the start of fall is just over a week away. Soon enough, temperatures will drop to a point that necessitates the use of your heating system. Hopefully you won’t have any trouble when that time comes. However, the only way to ensure a fully functioning and reliable heating system is by scheduling routine maintenance. Nobody wants a broken down heating system right when they need it the most!
Help! I Have a Plumbing Emergency
Monday, September 5th, 2016Most of the time, when a homeowner has a plumbing leak, they don’t notice it right away. This is because most plumbing systems are almost entirely hidden from sight. And when it comes to having leaks detected or having the system repaired, you’ll need the expertise and skill of a professional plumber, such as the technicians on our staff.
Then there are other plumbing problems that are a lot more obvious. For example, you might have a broken pipe that sends water gushing into the living spaces of your home. In emergencies such as this one, you’ll need to know what to do. So keep reading for some of our expert tips, to help you be prepared in any plumbing emergency.
Is it Time to Replace Your Water Heater?
Monday, August 29th, 2016Water heaters are designed to last a rather long time, particularly if you take really good care of them. No matter how well maintained your system is, however, there is going to come a time that eventually you’ll need to replace the water heater.
It’s important that you are able to identify the signs that this time has come. Otherwise, you could be in for an unwelcome surprise some day when you don’t have any hot water available. Understand how the heat exchanger works to see how wear and tear can also impact your system’s efficiency and performance. Keep reading to learn more about what these signs are.
When should you consider boiler replacement instead of more repairs?
- If your water heater is frequently breaking down or needing repairs every few months.
- When hot water output is weak, delayed, or can’t keep up with daily demand.
- If the water heater is over 10‑15 years old and showing signs of age and declining efficiency.
- When efficiency loss leads to noticeably higher energy costs.
- If repair costs add up to close to the cost of installing a new unit.
Have You Scheduled a Heating Maintenance Appointment?
Monday, August 22nd, 2016It may seem too early to start thinking about your heating system, but fall will be here in just one short month, and with it is coming some pretty chilly nights. That being said, you’ll want to ensure that your heating system is fully prepared for not only the fall, but when winter comes.
For your best chance of avoiding premature heating system replacement or costly repairs, you should schedule routine maintenance on at least a yearly basis. But is right now really the right time to do so? The short answer is yes: the beginning of autumn is a great time to schedule this service, and below we’ve explained why.
Should You Invest in Duct Testing Services?
Sunday, August 14th, 2016Many homeowners assume that if their HVAC system is sufficiently blowing conditioned air into their home, then their ducts must be working just fine. Ductwork should be much more than just functional though. They must also be efficient.
Air ducts aren’t as naturally visible as other components in your home, and as such many problems go undiagnosed and unresolved—sometimes for a long period of time. This is where duct testing services come in—our professionals can come in and make sure that your ducts are working as efficiently as possible, and then take the appropriate steps if they are not. But what are the signs that you need this service?
Take Care of Your AC System Now for Good Performance Next Summer
Monday, August 8th, 2016However, this doesn’t mean that if you skipped an appointment you can’t make one now!
It’s never too late to call our HVAC professionals for a maintenance appointment. In the meantime though, there are steps you can take yourself to ensure that your air conditioner remains in good shape for the rest of the season and is ready to perform well next year as well. Keep reading to learn more.
Why Does Your Ductless System Need Bi-Annual Maintenance?
Monday, August 1st, 2016Are you one of the many homeowners using a ductless system to stay cool this season? If so, you should ensure that it’s getting the proper maintenance. You may assume that just like any other type of air conditioning system, or ductless mini-split only needs maintenance once a year. However, ductless units need maintenance more often than that, for reasons we’ve highlighted below.
How Does Your Water Heater Avoid Rusting?
Monday, July 25th, 2016It likely can go without saying that any appliance or plumbing system that deals with large amounts of water on a regular basis will be prone to the problem of rust. And with the amount of work that your water heater goes through on a day-to-day basis, it may come as a surprise that you aren’t dealing with rust on a more regular basis.
But how does this work? How does a water heater last so much longer than it should, without becoming a pile of rusty parts? Keep reading to learn the answer to these questions and more.
Why Should You Call a Professional Plumber?
Monday, July 18th, 2016Plumbing issues are one of those things that nobody wants to deal with. But as one of the most important components in your home, your plumbing system is not one that should ever be ignored. You can’t get away without clean, working pipes, fixtures, and water heaters.
So if you find that your plumbing system is out of sorts at all, while you may be tempted to repair it on your own, you really do need to hire a professional plumber to have a look. We’ve listed a few scenarios below in which you should certainly call for professional plumbing services.