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What is the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER)?

When shopping for a new HVAC system, you may come across a SEER rating or value. Some standard systems have single value SEER ratings, while others have SEER values in the twenties. If you...

2 days ago

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What is a Good SEER Rating for an Air Conditioner?

If you are looking to install a new HVAC system or upgrade an existing unit, you may be noticing quite a few references to a SEER rating. A SEER rating can help you decide...

6 days ago

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What’s the Average Cost for HVAC Unit Cleaning?

HVAC systems should be cleaned regularly to ensure they run properly, and also so dust or other contaminants aren’t carried through the home. So, with the cooler fall months just around the corner, it...

1 week ago

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HVAC Service Price Guide

With the heat being rather unpredictable this year, finding out that your HVAC unit is on the fritz during a heatwave is less than ideal. With regular maintenance, the odds of your system breaking...

2 weeks ago

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Conventional Water Heater vs. Tankless

When it comes time to replace your water heater, you may be exploring the installation of a tankless water heater or conventional water heater. Before installing a new unit, you need to take into...

3 weeks ago

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How to Snake a Drain

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?...

3 weeks ago

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Types of HVAC Systems & How Much They Cost

With the summer heat ramping up, you may be looking to replace your existing AC unit or install a new HVAC unit due to various problems with efficiency or energy costs. When preparing to...

3 weeks ago

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When to Get Your HVAC Serviced?

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...

4 weeks ago