A common question from homeowners with radiant heating is: “Who should I call when my system needs repair or maintenance—a plumber or an HVAC technician?” The answer isn’t always straightforward because radiant heating systems combine elements of both trades. Let’s break it down so you can make the right call when you need help with heating and plumbing services in Cedar Grove.
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.
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.
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.
Nobody enjoys having a plumbing problem in their home. This might be especially true if the problem has something to do with the home’s drains or sewer line. The wastewater you wash away needs to disappear so you don’t have to think about it again. But this is one of those situations when a little thinking and consideration could help you find the right solution faster.
Sometimes, a problem lies within a specific drain. It can likely be addressed with simple home remedies. At other times, the problem is deeper within the drainage system, or even in the sewer line. How can you tell if you have a drain clog or a sewer line problem? Do you need to call the plumber? We’ve got some straightforward tips for you.
Oh, no! Did the air conditioner stop working? Are you going to have to call for AC repair, wait for a technician, and pay a repair bill? Well, maybe. But if you do all that, you want to make sure it is truly necessary. Before you decide you need a technician to look at your air conditioner, run through this quick AC troubleshooting checklist.
When your air conditioner is having a rough time, it’s important to get it serviced as soon as possible. This will help keep any problems small, and avoid consequences like damage to the compressor and sky-high electric bills that can happen when an air conditioner is struggling. But that means you need to notice right away that a problem is happening.
How can you tell that your air conditioner needs repair? Here are some key signs. If you notice any of these, get AC repair from a qualified technician.
Your body is more than half water. And in a younger person, the proportion is even higher. A child’s body is 65% water, and an infant’s is 75% water. This is why infants and young children are at more serious risk from problems that lead to dehydration, such as diarrhea and vomiting. Being able to drink plenty of water is critical for keeping your body healthy.
But what if the water you drink is contaminated? If you drink water that contains germs, you might put yourself in harm’s way. You can even contract the very illnesses that lead to that dehydration, meaning your water is doing more harm than good. What contamination could be in your water? What can you do about it? Let us tell you all about UV water filters.
Wouldn’t it be lovely if your furnace just lasted forever? Unfortunately, there will come a time when it needs to be replaced. If you have a gas furnace, that will happen after about 15 years, and if you have an electric furnace, you can hope for about 20.
Keep in mind, though, that these estimates are based on furnaces which receive maintenance annually. Furnaces that don’t receive maintenance might last half as long.
If your furnace is getting on in age, the prospect of replacement may be looming large in your mind. But replacement is a big cost. Naturally you’d like to put it off for as long as you can. What can you do to keep your older furnace running for as long as possible? We’ve got three tips that can help a whole lot.
Boilers are the best! They last longer than any other type of heating system—up to 30 years!—and during those decades, they rarely need repairs. But in order to perform their best, and to make it to that 30-year mark, they do need regular maintenance. Here’s a primer on why boiler maintenance is necessary, what it entails, and how to make it go as smoothly as possible.
