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How Long a Tankless Water Heater Really Lasts

January 1st, 2024

Let’s cut to the chase: you have around 15–20 years of service that you can expect from a tankless water heater. It’s longer than you can expect a tank water heater to last, so that’s a bonus, but it’s also completely dependent on how you take care of it.

We’ve seen our fair share of water heater repair in Fenton, MI over the years, and we can say without a doubt there are three things you need to keep in mind when you want to keep your tankless water heater in commission for upwards of two decades straight. Here’s what you need to know.

What Happens to Your Water Heater Without Regular Maintenance

December 18th, 2023

We all hear that maintenance is important for our water heater, but it’s also easy to turn on the faucet, feel hot water come out, and dissuade yourself from following through with that water heater maintenance appointment. After all, the water’s hot, so what’s the big deal?

It may not manifest right now, but growing problems in your water heater are absolutely happening—it’s the nature of using any home HVAC or plumbing system: wear and tear is going to happen. It’s like a slow creep that leads up to a breakdown, but the whole time, we can’t see the proverbial progress bar until disaster strikes. Here’s why maintenance is important so you can avoid more calls for water heater service in Fenton, MI.

How to Avoid as Many Heating Repairs as Possible

December 4th, 2023

One of the last bills you ever expect is a repair call for your heater, especially because we all know there’s no way to properly plan for the amount you’ll hear from the technician that shows up. There’s so many problems that could happen and so many components in your heating system that it’s hard to project, so the next best thing? Prevent as many problems as possible from occurring in the first place.

Through providing heating repair in Brighton, MI, we’ve seen just about every heating problem you can imagine. We’re confident that we can not only help you with your current heating problems, but help you learn how to prevent future ones, and that starts right now.

Boiler Pressure Problems: When It’s Time to Call for Repairs

November 27th, 2023

Your boiler works within a specific range of water pressure. When it falls outside of that range in either direction, it can point to problems that require a plumber’s touch to handle.

Through all our years of boiler repair in Brighton, MI, we’ve seen just about every boiler issue you can imagine. Below are ways to tell that it’s time to call for repairs from the experienced professionals.

The Benefits of Gas Furnaces Over Electric Furnaces

November 13th, 2023

Gas furnaces are the old reliable machines that we’ve used in our homes across the US for so many years, and despite the best efforts of engineers to make electric furnaces keep pace, they just can’t match gas when it comes to a few things. That’s what we’re going to talk about today.

If you’re thinking about getting a new gas furnace in Howell, MI, you’re not alone. Plenty of MI residents choose to go for a gas furnace with how cold it gets here, and this is why.

Choosing the Right AC for Your Next Installation

October 23rd, 2023

Home cooling systems last for 10–15 years, which is why selecting your next one is a big deal. It’s a long-term commitment, so taking the time to select the right cooling system is well worth it. Right now, let’s run through a few different features you need to look out for, and schedule your AC installation in Fenton, MI.

Uncommon AC Repairs You Should Be Aware Of

October 9th, 2023

Your air conditioner might break down for reasons like a bad compressor, and the fan may eventually run into problems as well. These are expected, and it could be any number of various mechanical problems that pop up. As homeowners, you expect issues like these, but they’re not the only problems that can befall your AC.

When we answer calls for AC repair in Howell, MI, we run into some odd problems that you might not expect. While the situations we’re about to talk about aren’t common, they’re also possible, and it’s good to know as a homeowner all the unexpected ways your air conditioner can incur damage.

Pros and Cons of Electric Furnaces vs. Gas Furnaces

September 11th, 2023

You have so many options available when it comes to heating your home. While many homes rely on gas furnaces, they’re not necessarily the top choice anymore. Other HVAC machines are constantly improving and contending with combustion-based heating, like the electric furnace.

You likely have a ton of questions about getting an electric furnace in Fenton, so today we’re going to pit it against the age-old gas-powered furnace and try to answer the question: which one is better?

Heat Pumps Offer Heating and Cooling, But Are They Better Than Your AC?

August 28th, 2023

Central air conditioning has been around for a long time, and it’s one of the most reliable choices for home cooling for a reason. These machines last 10–15 years, sometimes longer, and simply get the job done. But heat pumps have been stirring the pot lately, so the question is: which machine is better for your home?

With heating and cooling in Fenton, you usually need two different machines. But we’re about to explain what heat pumps can do, and whether or not they could even potentially replace your air conditioner.

How to Turn Off Your Air Conditioner (Without the Thermostat)

August 14th, 2023

Your thermostat reads the temperature of the room, then sends an on or off signal to the air conditioner. The AC itself isn’t detecting the temperature in your home, so it has to rely on the thermostat. But what happens when it becomes unreliable?

Incorrect signals are being sent to the AC, or the last signal your thermostat sent was an “on” request, and it never followed up with an “off” request. You need to know how to turn off your air conditioner, so here are a few ways that don’t involve the thermostat.