Bill Howe's Blog

Plumbing

Can Water Heaters Leak?

In 1889, Edwin Ruud built on previous models of residential water heating and invented the first, safe, storage hot water heater. Ruud hot water heaters have been around since the first invention and are...

1 year ago

Heating & Cooling

Home Air Conditioning Installation

From first contact to your in-home evaluation, homeowners can expect to receive excellent customer service, a professional estimator who knows HVAC, details on all system options presented, schedule information and who will show up...

1 year ago

Heating & Cooling

Split System vs Package Unit

When you think of home air conditioning systems, the most important component is that it keeps you cool, it doesn’t run up your utility bills, and it’s affordable. But how often do homeowners think...

1 year ago

Heating & Cooling

What is An Electric Air Cleaner?

When homeowners are concerned about the quality of their homes’ indoor air system, there are a lot of choices to improve indoor air quality. Homeowners can choose to install higher efficiency heating & air...

1 year ago

Heating & Cooling

How Often Should I Change My AC Filter?

The filter for your home air conditioning system is often overlooked but is one of the most important components of running the A/C efficiently and keeping particles from circulating in your home. Before discussing...

1 year ago

Heating & Cooling

How Often Should I Clean the Air Ducts?

Having a home air conditioner is a luxury for some and a necessity for others, but all homeowners with a central forced air system installed, are breathing in air that could contain harmful contaminants,...

1 year ago

Heating & Cooling

What is Ductless Air Conditioning?

When homeowners are evaluating new central heating & air conditioning systems, there are three varieties from which to consider, split systems, package units, and ductless split systems. There are a few factors that will...

1 year ago

Heating & Cooling

Signs You Need an Air Conditioner Replacement

Most air conditioners have a lifespan of 20 years. However, with regular maintenance, they can live much longer beyond their years. Is your air conditioner not blowing cold air, inefficient, or in need of...

1 year ago