Residential boilers might seem like antiquated option for central heating. However, they can actually be a great solution for pretty much any building. Furnaces are definitely the preferred heating source for most buildings with central heating for a number of reasons. But, boilers still have certain advantages over furnaces. This article compares furnaces and boilers.
Fuel and Energy Efficiency
First of all, it is important to realize, that as far as efficiency goes, you can find both boilers and furnaces that use energy efficient fuels and have Energy Star approved ratings. Read More»
Slow drains and clogs are bound to happen sooner or later. Most of the time, you can clear a clogged drain yourself if the problem is from something you just flushed down the drain that is stuck. That’s a little different than dealing with a slow drain that gets slower and slower until it refuses to empty. In that case, you’ll probably have better luck by letting a plumber, like those at Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric, clean out the drain. Read More»
There are few factors that can play a more important role in determining your overall comfort and health than the quality of the air in your home. This is particularly true for those that suffer from a variety of respiratory issues. When it comes to improving the air quality in your home, there are several key points that you should keep in mind.
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Freezing weather is not only uncomfortable to live in when you don’t have a working heater in your house, but it can also lead to pipes freezing up. Although it is possible to obtain warmth via portable heaters, they are not usually able to provide warmth to an entire house. If there is a central heating system in your house that doesn’t work, it is worth hiring a technician to inspect the parts to find out what is in need of a repair. Read More»
Fall is upon us, which means colder weather is on its way. It’s only a matter of time before it will be time to get out those cold weather clothes and change the thermostat to “heat” in your house. Before you get to that point though, you should do some prep work to your furnace. See below for some preparation tasks for your furnace before winter is in full swing. Read More»