Any sort of leaking water in your home should always be taken seriously. Repairing water damage can be costly, and mold remediation is, too—and mold is always delighted to grow in places that stay damp. You might be prepared for pipes to leak and ready to call a plumber at the first sign of dripping water. But not all water leaks are actually plumbing issues. What if water is leaking from your air conditioner? Where is the water coming from? What’s wrong with your AC, and how can you fix it? We’ve got the answers.
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Why Your AC Is Leaking Water and What to Do About It
Monday, August 7th, 2023Drain Cleaning Is More Than Unclogging Drains—It’s a Great Preventive Tool as Well
Monday, June 26th, 2023Have you ever had a drain clog happen at a really inconvenient time? Maybe it was the start of a holiday weekend, and you worried that it would be impossible—or at least extremely expensive—to get professional help until the next week. Maybe it was when you had a houseful of guests, and you were terribly embarrassed. Well, guess what? Instead of just dealing with clogs when they happen, you can prevent them from occurring in the first place with preventive drain cleaning.
How is that done? How can you tell if you should have it done? How often should you do it? We’ll tell you all about it.
What a Water Purifier Does
Monday, March 20th, 2023The human body is 60% water. Even more for an infant: 75% of their little bodies are made of water! And one of the easiest and most effective things you can do to keep your body healthy is to drink plenty of water.
But where is that water coming from? Is there anything in it that shouldn’t be there? What can you do to make sure your home’s water is as pure and safe as possible? A UV water purifier is a great option. If you don’t know much about them, we’d like to share some information.
4 Indications That Your AC Needs Help
Monday, June 27th, 2022
Having your air conditioner repaired when it needs it is one of those services you don’t really want to wait to have done. We understand the hesitation, and the temptation to let it go for now. After all, if the system is running, it’s really not a big deal, right?
Unfortunately, ignoring repair needs risks your AC system completely breaking down on you when you need it the most—in the middle of summer. We encourage our customers to take care of their cooling systems as soon as they realize they need a repair. But how do you know when this is actually the case?
You aren’t an air conditioner expert; that’s what we are here for. Fortunately, we can share some basics with you. If you notice any of the following four indications that your air conditioner is in need of professional repair, please give us a call!
What Are the Worst Ways to Use My Plumbing System?
Monday, June 13th, 2022
When it comes to systems within your house that make your life more convenient, modern plumbing is at the top of the list. Unfortunately, however, we don’t always treat our home plumbing systems the way we should.
Nobody is to blame here! Chances are you’re doing things you thought were perfectly fine, but can actually be quite harmful to the pipes running through your home, underground and behind drywall.
While this line of thinking can lead to leaks and other plumbing repair needs, not all is lost. After all, you’ve found this blog post! So while you might not have directly asked how you could use your plumbing system in the worst ways, you’ll get some answers anyway. Read on!
What Type of AC Installation is Best?
Monday, February 22nd, 2021
It’s deceptively cold throughout the country right now, however, the fact of the matter is, we’re going to have to start thinking about warmer weather—and if our homes are ready for that warmer weather—very soon. This means that if your air conditioning system was on its last leg last summer, now is the time to consider a replacement.
But there are so many options to choose from when it comes to AC installation! Most homeowners are used to seeing what’s known as the central air conditioner—the AC system that has a single outdoor unit and an indoor unit connected to a series of ducts. Have you heard of the heat pump though? This is very similar in function and setup to the standard central air conditioner, with one important difference. It works as a heater, too! Read on to learn more.
AC Myths to Ignore
Monday, August 10th, 2020
There are some pretty common AC myths out there—are you believing them? And does it matter?
As for the latter question, yes, it matters. It matters because believing these myths could lead you to use your air conditioner inefficiently. When you use your cooling system inefficiently, you pay more than you should have to in order to keep cool and comfortable in your own home. You don’t want that, right?
Well then read on as we uncover just a few of the most common AC myths out there.
4 Tips to Save Money and Energy on Water Heater Use
Monday, July 13th, 2020
When you think about everything you have to do to maintain a clean, comfortable, and efficient home, you probably don’t think much about your water heater—even though this system is one you use every single day, no matter the time of year. The fact is, you could potentially waste a lot of energy by not properly caring for your water heater, no matter what type you have. The good news is, we’re here with some tips on how to actually save energy—and subsequently, money—on your water heater use! Read on as we uncover some of our top tips.
Do You Know What Size Heater You Need?
Monday, February 10th, 2020
We’re going to make an assumption here and say that if you’re reading this blog at the time of its publishing, you’re scrambling to find a new heater and don’t have any time to waste. The coldest of our weather is upon us, and all you want to do is rush out and get the most affordable heater you can find, and have just anyone install it so you can get your home comfort back, right?
Choosing to skip professional installation, however, can be a big mistake. Trusting an amateur or trying to do the installation on your own can lead to comfort issues, efficiency problems, and even safety hazards. One other problem that most people don’t think about because they don’t even realize it’s a problem is getting the wrong size furnace or heat pump. Read on to learn more!
How to Best Protect Your Kitchen Sink
Monday, September 9th, 2019
Could you ever imagine living without your water heater? It’s one of those components to your plumbing system that’s impossible to think of going without. Another one is a fully functional kitchen sink. Many homes today have even one more component they can’t think about being without—their garbage disposal.
These components are all convenient, but if you’re not properly caring for them you could find yourself without them and with a huge repair bill to boot. Keep reading to learn how to best protect your kitchen sink to avoid costly and time-consuming plumbing repairs.