Archive for the ‘heating repair’ Category
Posted on November 22nd, 2022 by Jill Ponek
Many people do not consider how cooler winter temperatures affect their home’s plumbing and water heater. Instead, they take their water heater for granted for hot steamy showers and doing dishes. However, in wintertime, things are more likely to go wrong with your water heater and leave you wondering why your hot water is not […]
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Posted on August 22nd, 2022 by Jill Ponek
According to the Department of Energy, 20 percent of your home’s energy use is for water heating. Furthermore, the average household uses about 64 gallons of hot water daily. So, looking for ways to reduce water heater energy use is a great way to lower your water heating costs. Before summer is over, now is […]
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Posted on June 20th, 2022 by ChristainSon_Admin
Your home’s heating and cooling system relies on the thermostat to tell it when to turn on and off. When you have problems with your thermostat, it can affect how your home heats and cools and whether the furnace or air conditioning runs correctly. Knowing what signs to look for when things are not running […]
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Posted on December 24th, 2021 by ChristainSon_Admin
As colder weather arrives in Texas, people will turn on their furnaces to keep their home’s heater to a comfortable temperature. So it is natural to wonder why your heater keeps turning on and off and whether you need furnace maintenance. How often should a heater cycle on and off? If your furnace is working […]
Posted on December 20th, 2021 by ChristainSon_Admin
As colder weather arrives and we turn on the heat, you may be wondering what the difference is between a furnace vs. a heater. Most homes are equipped with either heaters or furnaces or sometimes both. While both keep us warm and help maintain the desired indoor temperature when it is cold outside, there are […]
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Posted on November 24th, 2021 by ChristainSon_Admin
We rely on our hot water heaters to heat the water we need for bathing, doing laundry, and washing dishes. We often take our water heaters for granted because we rely on it daily. Just like the other appliances in our homes, problems with water heaters can occur. Whether your home has an electric or […]
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Posted on August 27th, 2021 by ChristainSon_Admin
Gas water heaters help make hot water for showers, doing dishes, and washing clothes. Every homeowner should know several essential parts of a gas water heater to understand what they do. It is equally important to understand the basics of how a gas water heater makes hot water for your home. The most common parts […]
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Posted on April 19th, 2021 by ChristainSon_Admin
HVAC systems can consist of different configurations—packaged systems, split systems, heat pumps, and window units. The average lifespan for most systems is between 15 to 20 years. This is not to say that a system could fail before 15 years or that you could have a system that lasts more than 20 years. Some people […]
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Posted on February 24th, 2021 by ChristainSon_Admin
Just like other appliances in your home, your hot water heater will eventually wear out and need to be replaced with a new water heater. In general, water heaters will typically last around ten years to fifteen years. Factors That Affect How Long Hot Water Heaters Last Not all water heater models will last this […]
Posted on November 25th, 2020 by ChristainSon_Admin
A water softener removes dissolved minerals that make water “hard.” It replaces these minerals with sodium, which makes water “soft.” Calcium and magnesium are two of the most common and troublesome hard water minerals. They aren’t harmful to consume. But they can wreak havoc on your appliances, plumbing fixtures, and even your skin and hair. […]
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