When you are experiencing a clogged sink or tub drain, sometimes a plunger just doesn’t cut it. Before you call a certified Bill Howe plumber, try snaking your drain. What is a drain snake? A drain snake is typically available for purchase at your local hardware store and serves as a drain clearing tool. These […]
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Nobody wants to have an HVAC emergency that requires them to replace it. To extend the lifetime of your heating and air conditioning units, save money, and avoid future problems, having them serviced regularly with preventive maintenance helps tremendously. HVAC maintenance includes inspecting the air filter, indoor and outdoor coils, condensate pump and an overall
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Water filters not only provide you with clean, fresh, safe drinking water straight from your sink but help to save the environment as well. Adding water filtration may be a larger upfront installation cost, but will save you money in the long run by saving on bottled water costs. When it comes to water purification
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A water pressure regulator not only helps to reduce the water pressure coming from the main water line, but also helps it to flow at a safe level as well. To make sure that your water pressure regulator is functioning properly, it is best to have your water pressure regulator installation handled by a certified
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How to Unclog the Garbage Disposal There are times when you may forget to not put bones, coffee grounds, eggshells, bread, fibrous or stringy fruits and veggies, grease, and oil down the garbage disposal. When this happens, you may be met with a clogged or ineffective disposal. Continue reading to discover a few tips to
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While the name does not sound too terrible, backflow can be a serious hazard to your health. So, what is backflow? In short, backflow is a plumbing term that describes the unwanted flow of water in the opposite, unintended direction. Backflow usually occurs when the city’s water system is disrupted and/or turned off, and it
In sunny San Diego, there are times when the thermostat goes unused while you are enjoying the year-round, near perfect warm air weather. A few weeks out of the year however, the temperature may rise to triple digits or drop to below the comfortable 72-degrees. Using an air conditioner or heat pump may help with
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Replacing your home air conditioning is a big investment, but it does not have to be a frustrating one. Understanding what the best air conditioning units are will help during the estimation process. Hint: It is not the brand! While manufacturers and brands have designed a multitude of A/C choices for homeowners, most brands are
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