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How to Tell if Your Sewer Needs Cleaning

September 4th, 2023

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Homeownership is hard! While it’s lovely to avoid negotiating with a landlord or worrying about whether you can put a hole in your wall to hang a picture, it also means that everything about your home is up to you. The roof leaks? Your problem. An appliance breaks down? Your problem. And some of the parts of your home can be pretty much invisible until something goes wrong. Your sewer line is out of sight and, as long as all goes well, out of mind. But sometimes it needs help. How can you tell that it’s time for sewer cleaning?

Like any home system, the key is knowing what signs to keep watch for. Once you know what would indicate a sewer line problem, you’ll be able to catch it right away, before anything terrible happens.

6 Tips on Caring for Your Gas Fireplace

August 21st, 2023

A gas fireplace is an ideal way to add warmth, comfort, and ambiance to your home without the hassle of a wood-burning fireplace. Though your gas fireplace is pretty easy to care for, there are some steps you should be taking, and this is the perfect time of year to do it.

Drain Cleaning Tools Every Homeowner Should Have

August 7th, 2023

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There’s not much in homeownership that’s quite as frustrating as having a clogged drain late in the evening after the hardware stores close, especially if you have a kitchen sink full of dirty water and a pile of dishes that still need to be done. What can you do about the clog with only the things you already own? Well, if you’re prepared, there’s plenty you can do. Purchase these two simple things to have on hand for cleaning out your next drain clog, and you’ll be ready to tackle the problem yourself.

6 Signs You Need Boiler Service

July 24th, 2023

A boiler is a truly amazing system for heating your home. Boilers are extremely reliable, have longer lifespans than most other options like gas or electric furnaces, and have fewer mechanical components. Without as many moving parts, there aren’t as many ways that things can go wrong. But that doesn’t mean that your boiler will function perfectly forever. Even a fantastic heating system like a boiler occasionally encounters problems. Here’s how to tell that you need boiler service.

Common Commercial Plumbing Issues

July 10th, 2023

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Businesses require plumbing systems that are in tip-top shape not only to make their customers happy but to meet health codes as well. Commercial plumbing systems are much more complicated than residential plumbing systems. The sheer volume of pipes, valves, fixtures, and components that are needed to accommodate the huge amount of water volume and waste doesn’t even compare to what’s needed for a home.

That’s why you can’t rely on just any plumbing company to tackle your business’s plumbing issues. You don’t want someone who isn’t familiar with complex commercial plumbing systems to try to repair a major plumbing issue and then make it even worse.

When problems with your commercial properties arise, not getting them fixed immediately and adequately can result in major consequences. Buildings and businesses must meet certain standards and failing to do so can result in a lawsuit or an issue with permits if the plumbing isn’t fixed up to code.

Here are some common commercial plumbing problems that warrant a call to our team for commercial plumbers in Chatham.

The Link Between AC Repairs and Tune-Ups

June 26th, 2023

Preventative maintenance is necessary for a lot of things. You get the oil changed in your car to prevent it from breaking down while you’re driving. You go to the doctor for annual check-ups to make sure things like your cholesterol level and blood pressure are where they should be. These things aren’t fun to schedule and take care of, but you do it anyway because you know it’s necessary for your safety and health.

Your HVAC systems also need preventive maintenance to avoid problems down the road. In order to try and avoid air conditioning repair during a heatwave, you get your AC tuned up in the spring before you start using it heavily. In order to enjoy the holidays with a working furnace, you schedule heating tune-ups in the fall. Or at least–you should be. Let’s go over the link between tune-ups and how they can prevent repairs.

3 Common AC Problems, Symptoms, and Their Repairs

June 12th, 2023

When a homeowner with a malfunctioning air conditioner wants to know what’s going on, nine times out of ten, they’re probably going to search online for it. Turning to the internet for help is common and hey, that’s probably how you ended up here.

Homeowners turn to the Internet for several reasons. First, they want to know if it’s something they might be able to fix on their own. Two, they want to know if it’s something they did out of neglect. And three, they want to get an idea of what’s wrong and how much it’ll cost to fix it.

It’s great to be a proactive homeowner and to try and understand what’s wrong with your system. However, we hope you’ll leave the necessary air conditioning service in Union to the pros if you realize the “fix” isn’t something as simple as changing the air filter.

Let’s go over the answers to the questions that brought you here. Here are 3 common AC issues and the problem, their symptoms, and the likely repair.

4 Plumbing Problems that Require Emergency Plumbers

May 15th, 2023

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When there’s an issue with your home’s major systems, some are easier to ignore than others. A hot shower that turns to lukewarm by the end probably isn’t going to send you on a search for an emergency plumber in Union, NJ. But a toilet that seems like it’s about to overflow should definitely be a cause for concern.

Let’s go over 4 common plumbing problems that warrant calling a professional plumber for hasty repairs. Not only do these things present health and safety hazards, but they have the potential to become major problems if they’re not addressed as soon as you notice something is amiss.

Why Your AC Should Be Maintained Before You Need It

May 1st, 2023

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Before you know it, summer will be here along with hot, humid temperatures. That means you’ll soon be relying heavily on your air conditioner. How confident are you about your AC’s ability to sail through the summer without any hiccups in performance?

If you have your doubts or if you haven’t scheduled AC maintenance in Warren, NJ in a while, now’s the time to do so. This lull between the heating and cooling seasons is the absolute best time to get maintenance.

Why is that, you may ask? It’s because getting your AC tuned up before you really need it is the best way to make sure it’s ready to go for the summer. Let’s go over the many reasons why you should get your AC tuned up if you haven’t already had it done this spring.

5 Eco-Friendly Plumbing Tips for Earth Day

April 17th, 2023

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Happy Earth Day! This is a great day to take a moment and reflect on ways you can be more conscious of how your everyday habits affect the Earth. Doing so has many benefits, not just for the planet, but for your wallet as well. By making small changes around your home, you can not only reduce your carbon footprint, but you can save money as well. It’s a real opportunity for a win-win for homeowners.

So, how can you be more eco-friendly as a homeowner? One of the easiest ways is to take a look at your water usage in your home. We don’t mean checking your water bill, although that might come in handy (see #5 below). There are simple ways to reduce water usage in your home. Here are 6 ways to be more environmentally conscious of your water use.