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Heating and Air Conditioning
Heating & Air Conditioning are different for every home. Home size, orientation, insulation, windows, ductwork/lack thereof, venting, fuel source and owner preferences make a difference is each home’s HVAC system. Because today’s furnace efficiencies and features are more advanced than decades ago, a replacement system may be quite different than
Outside Wall Hydrants
Hose bibbs and sillcocks are installed on the exterior of a building to allow hoses to be connected for landscaping, washdown, and facility-maintenance tasks. Yard hydrants are tapped into buried water supply lines to provide year-round access to water in outdoor areas. The best way to prevent water from freezing
Waste or Waste D-W-V Pipe
There are many different types of waterline pipe. Any residence may have several types depending of the purpose. PEX is a durable plastic piping that’s used to supply water. It is rigid enough to withstand the pressures of water supply but flexible enough to weave throughout walls, ceilings, basements and
Garage Heaters
If you want to heat your garage to a constant temperature so you can comfortably enjoy a hobby, or are using your garage as a workout room or man cave, you may want to install a garage heater. Electric heaters are a simple and reliable way to heat your garage.
Venting
HVAC is an acronym that stands for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. The term HVAC is used to describe a complete home comfort system that can be used to heat and cool your homes, as well as provide improved indoor air quality. If you notice signs of accumulating moisture, such
Indoor Air Quality: Whole-House Air Filters
Indoor Air Quality encompasses many aspects of your home’s HVAC system. Proper ventilation, air filtration and humidification are various ways to improve indoor air quality. Colorado is mostly in a semi-arid, high-desert climate, though the weather is heavily influenced by the proximity of the Rocky Mountains and Front Range. Though
Indoor Air Quality: Humidifiers
Indoor Air Quality encompasses many aspects of your home’s HVAC system. Proper ventilation, air filtration and humidification are various ways to improve indoor air quality. Colorado is mostly in a semi-arid, high-desert climate, though the weather is heavily influenced by the proximity of the Rocky Mountains and Front Range. Though
Heating and Air Conditioning Repairs
The Most Common Repairs of Furnaces: If you can not see it, hear it, feel it, or smell it, you probably do not have any issues that need to be repaired. Proper maintenance can catch any issues early, prolonging the life of your HVAC system. The most Common Repairs of
Water Pressure Regulator
A water pressure regulator valve will protect your pipes, fixtures and shower heads from the devastating effects of high-water pressure. The water pressure regulator is usually located where the main water line comes into the house and after the main shut off valve. They typically need replaced once every 4-12
Outdoor Living
If you want to add a natural gas line or propane fire pit to your outdoor space, want the convenience and affordability of natural gas for your barbeque, or need a natural gas or propane fired patio heater installed, we can help. Manufactured fire pits or patio heaters will list
Sump Pumps
A sump pump is a mechanism to remove ground water from the lowest point in your home, (like a basement or crawlspace), along with the soil below, and forces it out into a draining space to avoid flooding, water damage, and mold growth. A sump pump will stop working if
Plumbing Leaks
The most common places you will find a water leak inside your home are: If you suspect a leak, because your water bill is higher than expected, check all of the above. If the repair is more than you want to take on or you are unable to find the
Backflow Preventer
Backflow preventers are devices that are installed on your home’s water pipes that only allow water to flow in one direction and not the opposite. Their purpose is to prevent drinking water from being contaminated with other sources because of backflow. The most common is the pressure sprinkler vacuum breaker
Toilets and Toilet Repair
Toilets Older toilets use approximately 3-5 gallons per flush while the standard low-flow toilet models use 1.6 gallons per flush. (Some models are even more efficient.) Upgrading your toilets result in an automatic reduction in your water bills each month, and tremendous savings over a full year. The more efficient
Water Heaters
Choosing a new water heater is important. Water heaters consume a lot of household energy. The right water heater type can make a big impact on energy efficiency in your home. When deciding which of the different types of hot water heaters will work best for your home, there are
What to Do When There’s Ice Buildup on Your AC Unit
If you notice ice buildup on your air conditioner, you can protect your AC by turning your system off, or switching the unit to a fan-only setting. Using the fan-only option will help the evaporator coils dry off faster. The only way to remove ice from your air conditioner is
Refrigerant Changes are Coming
What does refrigerant do in my Air Conditioning System? Refrigerant flows through coils in your air conditioning equipment. During the cooling process, it transforms between liquid and gaseous states. It either absorbs or emits heat depending on its state. When it travels from indoor to outdoor air-conditioning units as the
Heat Pumps vs Air Conditioners: What’s the difference and which one should you get?
If you want to be comfortable year-round, you need to choose the right cooling system for your home. Air conditioning systems are the most common because they are simple and efficient. They pull warm air through the intake vent, remove the heat as the air passes over the cooling coils,
Residential Boiler Maintenance and Repair
If your home is equipped with a boiler system, it warms your home and may also serve as your main source of hot water, making it one of the most crucial appliances in your home. Maintenance Your boiler needs routine maintenance to make sure it continues to work for years
Ventilation Tips
Homes today are built more tightly than ever. This saves energy dollars, but creates a potential concern. Condensation, cooking odors, indoor pollutants, radon gas, and carbon monoxide may all accumulate. We provide mechanical and passive methods for ventilating homes. Your attention to ventilation is important to your health and safety.
Heating Tips
Troubleshooting Tips: No Heat Before calling for service, check to confirm that the: Thermostat is set to “heat” and the temperature is set above the room temperature. Blower panel cover is installed correctly for the furnace blower (fan) to operate. Air conditioner and furnace breakers on the main electrical panel
Air Conditioning Tips
Troubleshooting Tips: No Air Conditioning Before calling for service, check to confirm that the: Even if the troubleshooting tips do not identify a solution, the information you gather will be useful to the service provider you call. More Air Conditioning Tips Your home air conditioning is a closed system, which
How Do I Choose the Right SEER Air Conditioner for My Home?
The SEER Rating (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) is an efficiency rating taking into account the typical cooling output divided by the total electric energy input. The higher an air conditioner unit’s SEER rating, the more efficient it is. However, there are a number of factors to take into account when
