Temperatures are beginning to climb here in Eastern Pennsylvania, even hitting the mid-80’s this weekend. For many homeowners, that will be one of the biggest signs that it’s time to prepare for that summer spike in energy bills. There are a few things you can do to keep your home comfortable without paying an arm and a leg — and we’d like to help you make sure your HVAC isn’t running itself ragged (and running your bill up to stratospheric levels).
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4 Ways to Save Money (The Old-Fashioned Way)
Many of us strive today to pick up the most innovative and newest produts on the market, but many of those great new inventions come with a downside — higher cost upfront or higher costs later on, in the form of rising energy bills. High-efficiency washers and dryers, dishwashers that clean up your cups, plates, and silverware in record time, new refrigerators that give out ice or fresh water on demand… these things go a long way towards making our lives a little more convenient. Sometimes, however, the newest idea isn’t necessarily the best one. Many of us grew up with parents or grandparents whose “old-fashioned” housekeeping tips and tricks are still worth picking up and making a part of your household’s regular routine… helping you cut costs and end up with lower bills in the process.
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Watch Out For These ‘Invisible’ HVAC Problems
Most often, issues that arise with your HVAC will have obvious symptoms that you can point to — your vents are blowing warm air in July, the unit simply isn’t turning on at all, or perhaps it can’t seem to stop running long after the house has been cooled to your specified temperature.
While our clients may be picturing belching smoke, strange noises, or outright breakdowns as signs that something is wrong, there are a few more ‘invisible’ problems that may not provide readily obvious symptoms but can affect your family’s comfort and safety. Here are a few of the symptoms you might see that need looking into right away.
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Common Copper Plumbing Repair Issues
Do you think your copper plumbing might need repair?
While copper plumbing is extremely common and offers several advantages to homeowners (in that it’s resistant to ultraviolet rays and bacteria, durable and flexible, and generally safer in natural disasters), there are several issues that can occur with this type of material that will necessitate repair. Prompt repair is always recommended, as plumbing problems tend to only get worse (and much more expensive to fix). Here are some of the most common copper plumbing repair issues to look for.
Signs That You Need Boiler Repair
Boiler repair is something that you never want to put off, as when it comes to boilers, small problems tend to escalate, leading to more costly repairs—not to mention that a breakdown can mean no heat for your home.
Even more important to remember is that a malfunctioning furnace can pose a danger in your home, putting you and your loved ones at unnecessary risk. Just as with any other major system in your home, even with regular maintenance and care your boiler is eventually going to develop problems due to the unavoidable wear and tear that comes with age. [Read more…] about Signs That You Need Boiler Repair
How Does Ice and Snow Affect My HVAC Unit?
We’ve covered a lot on how to prepare your pipes for winter, how to lower those high winter power bills, and answered frequently asked questions about your heating system, but what about how the weather actually affects your home’s HVAC system?
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