In many areas where water is hard, water softeners are used extensively. Hard water is what you call water that has a high concentration of dissolved calcium, magnesium and other minerals. Plumbing service providers are very familiar with hard water and the nuisance it can be.
Causes of Sewer Backup and How to Prevent Them
Everyone has incoming water lines and outgoing sewer lines in their homes. Unfortunately, these lines can sometimes suffer backups. So what causes a sewer backup? It happens when something blocks the wastewater in your home from reaching the sanitary sewer, after which the sewage can back up into your home. The job of sewer lines […]
How Do Ductless Air Conditioners Work?
In its heyday, HVAC installation contractors advocated the placement of ducts to consolidate the heating and air conditioning systems in our homes. While there are many advantages to this type of system, it just doesn’t have the same weight it did in the past. The styles (and sizes) of homes being built today vary widely, […]
Plumbing Noises and the Possible Meanings Behind Them
The odd sounds you hear from the toilet or water pipes may not be a figment of your imagination. Listen carefully when you hear these noises, because they may indicate that your plumbing system is demanding some attention.
Heating Your Home With a Conventional Gas Furnace
As a homeowner, it’s good to know at least some basics about whatever heating and cooling system you’ve installed. If you have a gas furnace in your home, here are some things to take note of from expert heating, cooling and plumbing services company, A-1 Comfort Care. This information will help you understand how your […]
