Chances are that when you think of a water heater, you think of the storage tank variety. That was the only kind available to residential users for many decades. However, you might be surprised to learn that modern water heaters offer a variety of different methods for meeting your hot water needs. If you’re in the market for a new water heater, have a look at some of the options available.
Which Water Heater Type is Right for Me?
January 2nd, 2017The Advantages of Trenchless Pipe Replacement
December 27th, 2016When a plumbing pipe in your home needs to be replaced, it’s not that difficult to exhume and replace it. Some plumbing pipes, though, are less easy to remove and replace. Your water and sewer lines, two of the most important pipes in your system, connect your home to the city water and sewer mains. Though these pipes are designed to last quite a while, they will eventually need to be replaced. When that happens, it’s a good idea to make sure that you schedule trenchless pipe replacement.
Should I Replace My Water Heater?
December 19th, 2016How Boiler Kettling Harms Your System
December 12th, 2016If your boiler makes a deep rumbling noise while it’s operating, don’t ignore it. That noise is a symptom of a problem called kettling, which is a serious threat to the system. If the problem isn’t dealt with quickly, it can cause quite a bit of damage to the boiler. Read on to find out what causes this issue, and how to deal with it.
How to Keep Your Furnace in Good Shape This Winter
December 5th, 2016Your furnace is going to be put under more and more strain in the coming months. As the temperature outside continues to drop and you use the system for longer hours, there’s going to be an ever-increasing possibility of something going wrong. Fortunately, you don’t have to just sit and wait for your furnace to break down. Let’s take a look at some of the things you can do to keep your furnace in good shape this winter.
Signs That You Need Drain Cleaning
November 28th, 2016Your drains serve an important part in your home’s plumbing system. If the drains are in poor condition, the rest of the home will start to experience problems. The best way to keep your drains in good shape is to schedule drain cleaning services. Read on for some of the signs that you need to have your drains professionally cleaned.
What Not to Put Down Your Garbage Disposal This Thanksgiving
November 21st, 2016Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, with all of its various feasting and merrymaking. Chances are, you’re going to be doing quite a bit of cooking for the occasion. Even if you’re not, though, you may be using your kitchen to help host the event. Times like this always put a lot of strain on the garbage disposal, which can cause problems if you’re not careful. If you want to keep your garbage disposal in ideal condition this year, read on for some tips.
Why Having Your Furnace Air Filter Changed is a Good Idea
November 14th, 2016We’re not into the coldest part of the year yet, but we’re not far off either. Chances are, you’ve been using your furnace more and more often over the last couple of weeks. If you haven’t had your system professionally checked yet, you should do that as soon as possible. Otherwise, you may find yourself with a broken furnace in the middle of the coldest part of the year. Let’s take a look at one specific problem that can be prevented by furnace maintenance.
The Importance of Bi-Annual Ductless Maintenance
November 7th, 2016There are a lot of things that separate ductless mini splits from traditional climate control systems. Maintenance is one of those things. As we move further into heating season, it’s important that you schedule preventive ductless maintenance within the next few weeks. Even if you already had maintenance done on the system earlier in the year, it’s a good idea to schedule it now. Read on to find out why ductless systems need maintenance twice as often as other heating systems.
Signs That You Need a New Boiler
October 31st, 2016Boilers can last a pretty long time, longer even than most other heating system types. This is because they have fewer moving parts, which means that there are fewer ways for things to break down. However, boilers are not perfect systems. Eventually, no matter how well-taken care of, they will break down permanently. It’s important that you be able to tell if your boiler is reaching the end of its life, so that you can have it replaced as soon as possible. Let’s take a look at some of the signs that you need a new boiler.