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The Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater
Water heaters are something that every home needs, and needs around the year. Whether it’s a hot summer or cold winter day outside, you will still need to rely on a supply of heated water from the taps, showerheads, and for the appliances around the house to take care of numerous daily tasks. For many […]
What Is Hard Water and Why Is It a Problem?
The term hard water is one you may have heard tossed around in discussions of problems in homes, and yet not understood exactly what it meant. It is, admittedly, an odd term. (Isn’t hard water actually ice?) In this post, we’ll explain exactly what hard water means, why it’s an issue for a home, and […]
What Happens During Spring Air Conditioning Maintenance?
We’ve recently written a reminder that spring is when you should schedule your annual inspection and tune-up for your home’s air conditioning system. This preventive maintenance service is the best way to see that the air conditioner is up to the challenge of the coming summer. An HVAC technician will check the system to locate places […]
What Are the Benefits of Installing a Dehumidifier?
Even if you’ve only been through one of our summers, you know that North Carolina residents are no stranger to humidity! With temperatures just starting to warm up, springtime serves as a reminder that we are about to enter another long stretch of excess moisture and heat. The good news is that there is something […]
Do You Need Sewer Line Cleaning? Here’s How to Tell
The wastewater in your home all goes to a single pipeline that runs from the house under your property and to the municipal sewer line in the center of the street (or to a septic tank if there’s no access to the municipal system). You probably don’t give much thought to this line, and most […]
Why You Need Professional Leak Detection Services
Leaks in pipes are one of the more common repair problems in residential plumbing. Corrosion, pinhole leaks, loose fittings, and more can cause pipes to begin to lose water. Even a small leak can lead to extensive damage to building material. But unless an exposed pipe, like one underneath a sink, springs a leak, it […]
Should I Replace My Air Conditioner before Summer?
Summers can get pretty intense in Durham, NC. When that hot weather hits, you want a fully functioning air conditioner. So, if you noticed any troubling symptoms with your cooling system last year, you might be wondering if it’s time to replace it this year. Given the hot weather that’s only a short time away, […]
Consider Going Ductless with Your Next AC Installation
Are you thinking of replacing your AC system this cooling season? With spring here and temperatures already reaching 70-80 degrees, there is no better time to do so than now. When it comes to replacing an older air conditioner, you have many options. One of these options is ductless cooling. Ductless systems don’t require ducts […]
Spring Means It’s Time for Air Conditioning Maintenance
The actual start of spring, as far as the calendar is concerned, is next week. But temperatures are already starting to warm up, and before we know it the summer and all its intense heat will have arrived. Now is a good time to ask yourself if the air conditioning system that keeps you and […]
Is It Too Early to Think About Air Conditioning Maintenance?
March is already here, and even though the official start of spring won’t come until later in the month, this is the time when we can start to expect warmer temperatures—with some sudden swings back to the cold. You’re probably already thinking about using your home’s air conditioner again, if you haven’t had it running […]
