Spring is almost here, and that means that it’s time for heat pump maintenance. Now, you may be thinking: “wait, didn’t I have heat pump maintenance done 6 months ago?” Even if you did, you still should do it now. Heat pumps have slightly different requirements from other climate control systems in order to stay in good condition. You’re going to want to schedule maintenance for the spring season, if you want the system to be ready for the added stress of summer. Bi-annual maintenance is necessary to make sure that your heat pump stays in good shape.
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It’s Time for Spring Heat Pump Maintenance
Monday, February 27th, 2017What Happens During Water Heater Maintenance
Monday, January 16th, 2017We’ve written a fair bit about the benefits of water heater maintenance, but we rarely go into detail about it on the blog. However, we believe that it’s important for homeowners to know exactly why water heater maintenance is so beneficial for their systems. With that in mind, let’s take a look at just a few of the more important procedures that happen during water heater maintenance.
2 Ways to Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing During Winter
Monday, December 19th, 2016Frozen pipes are a common issue during the winter, one that can cause quite a bit of damage if it isn’t dealt with. As the water in the pipes freezes and expands, it puts pressure on the walls of the pipe. This can eventually result in leaks, and even pipe ruptures. If you want to protect your pipes from freezing this winter, there are a couple of different things that you can do. Read on to find out how to prevent your pipes from freezing this winter.
Which Water Heater Would Serve You Best
Wednesday, November 23rd, 2016There are a number of different water heater types available on the market, each of which is suited to a different set of needs. If you’re looking for a new water heater, you may be feeling overwhelmed right now by the sheer number of options. Fortunately, you don’t have to deal with it alone. Read on to find out which water heater might serve you best.
Listen for These Furnace Noises That Indicate a Problem
Monday, October 24th, 2016As you use your furnace more and more often this season, you’re going to increase the amount of stress on the system. This makes it more likely for problems to occur. If you want to keep your furnace in the best possible condition, you need to make sure that you can identify problems as quickly as possible. One of the best ways to identify problems early is to listen for strange noises coming from your furnace. Read on to find out more about the various noises that indicate a furnace problem.
Be Sure to Schedule Water Heater Maintenance This Year
Monday, September 19th, 2016As we move into fall, you’re probably spending a fair bit of time and effort on making sure that your home is ready for heating season. While that is important, you shouldn’t forget that there are other systems that need maintenance as well. Your water heater, for example, requires annual maintenance in order to stay in top shape. Read on to find out more about the benefits of annual water heater maintenance.
The Importance of Annual Plumbing Inspections
Monday, August 15th, 2016Your plumbing system is a pretty important part of your home. Many different appliances that you use every day rely on the plumbing system in order to keep operating. So, it’s a good idea to make sure that your plumbing system stays in good condition for as long as possible. One of the easiest ways to do that is to make sure that you schedule annual plumbing inspection services. Read on to find out how annual inspections can help you.
Do I Need a New Ductless System?
Monday, August 1st, 2016No matter how well you take care of your ductless system, there will come a day when you have to replace it. If you’re ductless mini-split is unable to get you through another summer, it’s very important that you be able to recognize the signs now. You don’t want your system to suddenly die on you in the middle of a hot day, after all. Let’s take a look at some of the signs that you need a new ductless system.
Watch Out for These Signs of Water Heater Trouble
Monday, June 27th, 2016Is your water heater not supplying you with enough hot water? Are you standing in cold water at the end of your shower? Are you paying too much to keep your water heater going? As one of the major appliances in the home, your water heater needs not only to be functional, but also efficient. While preventive maintenance is best, there are plenty of problems that can arise no matter how hard you try to avoid them. Let’s have a look at some things to look out for.