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Now that spring is here, it’s the perfect time to schedule a tune-up for your air conditioner. A pre-season check of your cooling system prior to the summer months can be a real money saver.

We are frequently asked plumbing questions from our clients. These generally fall into two categories: those questions with simple answers or solutions which may be something a homeowner can handle on their own and others which require the attention of a professional plumber to address. Knowing the facts can save you time and money. 

Warmer temperatures remind us that spring is in the air and we all know what comes with spring – spring cleaning! Now is a great time to check all of the nooks and crannies of your home for any energy inefficiencies or winter damage. This year add a few simple home maintenance tasks to your routine and keep your family safe and comfortable while saving money.

A water heater is an appliance that you and your family use everyday. When it fails to provide adequate hot water, clothing starts coming out of the wash looking dingy and dishes just aren’t as sparkly as they once were, not to mention a cold shower, it’s noticeable to all! Know what the signs are and what to do when your water heater is not making the grade.

As of January 2010 heating and air conditioning equipment which uses the R-22 refrigerant, a HCFC (hydrochlorofluorocarbon), will no longer being manufactured.  Residential heating and cooling systems are now available with ozone-friendly refrigerants.

Tap water scald injuries are the second most common cause of serious burn injuries in all age groups.  Most incidents are preventable so keep your families safe with a few helpful tips.

Improve your home’s comfort and save energy and money while doing the right thing for the environment. By using energy efficiently in your home, you can make a difference by preventing air pollution from power plants. Follow these simple recommendations from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency:

In your plumbing system there are certain “hot spots” that you should be aware of. These “hot spots” are areas that may be more susceptible to potential trouble, so by keeping an eye on them you can avoid more serious problems in the future.

Anyone whose had a bad experience with a plumber or other service provider will tell you that finding a trustworthy, reliable service company is worth all the time and effort it takes. When you invite someone into your home, you not only want to feel comfortable having them there, but you want to know that they will do the job they were hired for, for the price that was agreed upon, and within the time frame that was expected.

No one likes to get a flu shot until they end up home sick with the flu, missing a week of work and putting the health of their family members at risk.  Like the flu shot, if we avoid maintaining our furnace we find that “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”  In other words, by not regularly maintaining your furnace you end up spending more money on repairs and utility bills and putting your family’s safety at risk.