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Water heaters make life so much easier. We depend on them for bathing, for cleaning dishes and for washing clothes. To keep your water heater in top shape, some maintenance is required. Most water heaters come with detailed maintenance instructions but manuals do get lost, and some of them are not exactly user-friendly. Here are a few basic instructions for maintaining your water heater.
Lower the Temperature
Many water heaters are set at…
The holiday season is finally here. You want your home to be in top shape and your household running smoothly. One thing you don’t want is clogged drains. Here’s a bit about how the holiday season can cause plumbing issues, and how you can prevent them.
Avoid the FOG
FOG stands for fat, oil and grease, and it can cause serious clogs in your pipes. At this time of year, you’re probably cooking more than ever. Maybe some of your…
If you live in Colorado, your HVAC system is absolutely crucial in the winter. You need to be prepared for any issues that may arise. Here’s an overview of some of the most common HVAC problems that occur during the winter months.
Pipes and Coils Can Freeze
Low temperatures can freeze the water in your HVAC’s coils, and inside the line that drains condensation, called the condensate drain line. When freezing water expands it can cause…
Before every winter, furnace maintenance should be performed. A failing furnace can cause a lot of stress and discomfort to you and your family. Here are a few essential steps to prepare your furnace for winter.
Service Your Furnace’s Air Filters
Air filters help to remove dust, pollen, germs, various small fibers, and other material from the air circulated by your heating system. When these filters are dirty or clogged, this inhibits…
How much thought do you give to your water heater? If you’re like a lot of homeowners, you probably don’t think too much about it at all, unless there’s a problem. Paying attention to your water heater, though, is a good way to notice a problem before it becomes a disaster, or you find yourself without hot water. Small problems can be easily fixed, but here are some signs that it’s time to go ahead and replace the water heater.
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When you’re preparing for winter, plumbing may not always be your first concern. But keep in mind that the freezing temperatures we see every year in Colorado can wreak havoc on your home’s pipes. Every fall you should make sure your plumbing is ready for winter. If you forgot to do so, it’s better late than never.
Protect Exposed Pipes
Pipes located in areas of your home that aren’t heated, such as the basement or attic or…
If you own a home, you will eventually have to deal with some plumbing problems. Some of these you can handle on your own but some may require professional help.
Let’s take a look at some common plumbing issues.
Slow Drains
If a sink drains slowly, that usually means there’s a clog down the pipe. If it’s the kitchen drain, perhaps someone put too much food, fat, oil or grease in the sink. All this material should go into the trash.…
As fall returns and the weather starts to get chilly, you’ll find yourself switching from air conditioning to heating. Are you having flashbacks to last winter, when your furnace struggled to keep your family comfortable? You could keep repairing it—or you could throw in the towel and replace your furnace this season. Here’s how to tell if a heating system replacement could be in your best interest.
Your Furnace is Getting Old
Most…
Are you planning to replace your air conditioner this summer? The day you install your AC unit is the most important day of its life, so you want to ensure it goes off without a hitch. Here’s what to keep in mind as air conditioning installation day approaches.
Hire a Licensed HVAC Contractor
AC installation is not a DIY job. Trusting the task to a licensed professional ensures reliable cooling performance, so you don’t have to worry…
If you’re ready to give your old, tired kitchen a facelift, you may be gearing up to remodel your kitchen. Perhaps you plan to do most of the work yourself, such as knocking down walls, repainting the cabinetry, and replacing the countertops.
If the project requires any plumbing work, it’s best to leave those elements of the job to an experienced plumber. After all, the thought of cutting and rerouting pipes, soldering copper fittings,…