Plumbing History: What Are Your Pipes Made Of?

February 17th, 2025
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Is your house brand-new, built just for you? If not, you probably don’t know everything about your home’s plumbing system. You might not be aware of the wide range of materials that have been used for plumbing pipes when your home was built. So, what are your pipes made of? And should you be concerned about it? Let’s dive into the depths of plumbing history.

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It’s That Time! A Reminder to Change Your Air Filter

February 3rd, 2025
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We always emphasize the importance of having annual, professional maintenance performed on your heating system in Cedar Grove, NJ. We also warn customers against DIY maintenance or repair, as this can injure you, damage your equipment, and void your warranty. However, you should regularly change the air filter to protect your heating system. Here’s everything you need to know.

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What Is Video Pipe Inspection?

January 20th, 2025
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In any field, trade, or industry, the way things are done evolves over time. As new technologies develop and new tools become available, all types of professionals must march forward with the times. And although you may picture a plumber as a person who shows up with a wrench and a plunger, today’s plumber has access to much more exciting equipment.

In the past, a plumber might have had to remove large sections of wall or pull up extensive areas of floorboards to access the pipes in a home, because they would have had such limited information about what was wrong or where the problem was. Now, modern plumbers use a technique called video pipe inspection. What’s that all about? How does it work? We’ll tell you everything.

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Avoid Winter Illnesses With a UV Air Purifier

January 6th, 2025
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Scenic winter beauty, sparkling snow, beautiful feathery frost patterns etched onto the windowpane… and being stuck indoors breathing in the germs from everyone else’s sneezes! What a great time of year. Well, we do have some good news for you. You can drastically reduce your risk of coming down with illnesses this winter by improving your indoor air quality. All it takes is some UV light! Let’s go over the benefits of UV light services in Cedar Grove, NJ.

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The 5000 Rule of Furnace Repair vs. Replacement

December 23rd, 2024
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Your heating system won’t last forever. You do want it to last as long as possible, though, right? Well, within reason. If it’s costing you an arm and a leg in repairs and extra-high bills from running inefficiently, you would be better off replacing your old furnace in Montville, NJ. How can you tell whether it’s worth repairing your old furnace or if it’s time for a replacement? We recommend the 5000 rule. Here are the details.

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What’s the Longest-Lasting Heating System? A Boiler!

December 9th, 2024
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In many parts of the country, the furnace reigns supreme. Whether gas or electric or sometimes even oil or propane, forced-air furnaces are quite popular. They make use of the ductwork that many of the homes in our more northern climate don’t have, or didn’t until recently. Around here, another option is very popular, and it shouldn’t be overlooked: a home heating boiler. It lasts longer than any other heating system! Here’s why. When you need a boiler repair in Livingston, NJ, give us a call.

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Do Heating Odors Mean I Need Furnace Repair?

November 25th, 2024
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When a mechanical or electrical system has a problem, we often first detect that problem with our ears. Whether it’s a computer, a car, or an air conditioner, something going wrong will often make an unusual noise. But there are some problems that make no noise at all. This is particularly true of heating systems.

In some cases, a heating problem is only detectable with your nose! So don’t ignore any funny smells you notice when your heat is running this fall and winter. If you do have an odor coming from your heating system, do you need furnace repair? Sometimes, but not always. Here’s what to keep in mind. And don’t forget–we’re proud to provide excellent furnace service in Montville, NJ, whether you need maintenance, repair, or replacement.

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Avoid Using Drain Cleaning Chemicals for 3 Good Reasons

November 11th, 2024
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A drain clog can spoil your whole day. If it’s bad, it could even spoil a whole holiday weekend, while you wonder whether it’s worth getting emergency plumbing services or if you can get away with waiting until regular business hours. But whatever you do, don’t go to the hardware store and buy a bottle of liquid drain cleaner! Here are 3 good reasons not to use chemicals to unclog a drain.

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An Autumn Indoor Air Quality Checklist

October 28th, 2024
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This time of year, there’s more to do than simply enjoy the weather. Although we admit, the weather is gorgeous, and it’s hard to buckle down and focus on a to-do list. But soon, you’ll be spending a lot of time indoors, breathing recycled air… which may contain a lot of things you don’t want to breathe. 

What can you do to make sure you breathe easier this winter? We’ve got an indoor air quality (IAQ) checklist for you, specifically for this time of year. And the benefits go beyond just your health. Take control of your well-being by getting an IAQ system installed, maintained, or repaired and having better indoor air quality in Wayne, NJ this winter.

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Avoid Creepy Heating Problems with Fall Maintenance

October 14th, 2024
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Spooky sounds! Unsettling odors! The creeping fear that something might be wrong with your heating system! All this can be completely avoided, helping you to feel safe, cozy, and peaceful this autumn. What do you need to do to make sure you won’t have heating problems? Routine maintenance! Here’s all the information you need. Be sure to schedule heating maintenance in Livingston, NJ for peace of mind and a relaxing autumn.

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