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5 Silent Signs Your Furnace Needs Repair

April 8th, 2024

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As your trusted HVAC experts, we understand the importance of a properly functioning furnace for maintaining comfort and safety in your home. While some furnace issues may be obvious, there are also subtle, silent signs that often go unnoticed but indicate a need for repair. In this blog post, we’ll explore five silent signs that your furnace may need professional attention.

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How to Prepare for Heating Installation Day

March 25th, 2024

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Preparing for heating installation day is crucial to ensure a smooth and successful process. Whether you’re upgrading your existing system or installing a new one, proper preparation can help avoid delays, unexpected complications, and ensure the safety of your home and family. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential steps to prepare for heating installation day, ensuring a hassle-free experience.

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It’s Time for Heat Pump Maintenance!

March 11th, 2024

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Springtime is just around the corner, a fact that many homeowners in Utah are looking forward to. The change in season also means that it’s time to schedule air conditioning and heat pump maintenance to make sure your system is ready for the cooling season.

Springtime marks the perfect opportunity for essential maintenance tasks that can ensure your heat pump operates efficiently throughout the approaching warmer months. In this blog, we’ll explore why springtime maintenance is vital, why it’s necessary to schedule heat pump service in Salt Lake City twice a year, and the benefits it brings to your home and wallet.

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A Tankless Water Heater FAQ

February 26th, 2024

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Tankless water heaters have gained popularity among homeowners due to their energy efficiency, space-saving design, and continuous hot water supply. However, before making the switch from traditional tank water heaters, it’s essential to understand how tankless systems work and what factors to consider. 

In this blog, we’ll address common questions and concerns about tankless water heaters to help homeowners make informed decisions. For any lingering questions about tankless water heater service in Salt Lake City, reach out to our team today.

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Common Issues with Tankless Water Heaters

February 12th, 2024

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Tankless water heaters have gained popularity in recent years due to their energy efficiency and space-saving design. Unlike traditional water heaters, which store and continuously heat water in a tank, tankless water heaters heat water on demand, providing hot water instantly whenever needed. 

While tankless water heaters offer numerous benefits, they are not immune to problems. In this blog, we will explore the common issues that can arise with tankless water heaters that will require calling us for water heater services in Salt Lake City.

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5 Potential Contaminants in Your Water

January 15th, 2024

If you’ve been thinking about a whole-house water filtration system in Salt Lake City, you may be wondering if it’s really necessary. Is the water quality in our area really that bad? Water service providers, take extra strength steps to clean and treat water before channeling it through the city and into your home.

But that doesn’t mean that 100% of contaminants get removed from the water. We are highlighting five common contaminants that are found in tap water. Even at very low levels, these contaminants can pose risks to your health. You can keep reading to learn more about contaminants found in tap water and how a whole-house water filtration system can help.

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3 Reasons Why Your Boiler Is Running Up the Energy Bill

January 1st, 2024

When you see a sudden spike in your energy bills over the winter season, your boiler may be to blame. As one of the larger household appliances, a boiler can consume a lot of energy. Usually, energy use is low enough that your boiler is working efficiently to heat your home. Sudden spikes and energy usage are red flags that something is wrong with your boiler – especially if you have not adjusted any of the settings. 

It means that you need to schedule boiler service in Salt Lake City. You can keep reading to learn about three possible causes of high energy bills when it comes to your boiler. Then, you can give our team a call to schedule service and we can troubleshoot to get down to the root cause of the issue and prevent it from happening again.

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Is an Electric Furnace Still a Good Choice?

December 18th, 2023

If it’s time to install a new furnace in your home, you may be deciding between a gas and electric furnace. While both models are excellent in their own unique ways, electric furnaces have a few benefits that you don’t get with a gas furnace.

When you need furnace installation in Salt Lake City, you don’t have to complete your project alone. Our team is here to help decide which furnace is right for your home and family, get you through installation, and even help maintain the unit over the course of its lifespan. You can keep reading to learn more about the benefits of an electric furnace so you can decide if it’s the right choice for you.

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Leaks, Kettling, and Water Hammer Problems

December 4th, 2023

Some heater problems are worse than others and we are highlighting three that you should watch out for if you have a boiler. Things like leaks, kettling, and water hammer problems can really put a damper on your holiday spirit. 

But if you notice any of the signs listed below, you can give our team a call to schedule boiler repair in Salt Lake City and stay ahead of heater problems. Keep reading to learn more about some common boiler problems and why you need to address them immediately if you notice the warning signs.

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Our Winter Heating Checklist

November 20th, 2023

Heating season is back. You’ve likely already turned your heater on and have been keeping nice and warm as temperatures drop. But the weather ahead of us is only going to get colder and colder. It’s a good idea to stay ahead of heating repair in Salt Lake City.

That’s where our team comes in. We’re here to help you with professional service for your heater. We also want to offer you homeowner maintenance tips that can make a difference for your heater now and in the many years to come. You can keep reading to learn more about our checklist for taking care of your heater this fall and winter season.

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