Max Sr & Paul Schoenwalder Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, A Corp. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Union’

How to Prevent Repairs for Your Furnace

Monday, September 25th, 2017

furnace-repair-technicianThis year, don’t waste your time making repairs for your home furnace in the middle of winter, when you need it most. You might be surprised to hear that a large portion of the problems we see with furnaces in the colder season are largely preventable. Furnace repairs are frustrating, and in some cases, they are also dangerous. We want to help you avoid them at all costs.

We have seen firsthand that preventative maintenance is key to prolonging the life of your furnace, lowering your bills, and, possible, preventing repairs altogether. Find out our expert tips for preventing your furnace from breaking down or operating poorly below! For more, feel free to reach out to our team anytime.

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4 Facts Any Homeowner Should Know about Sump Pumps

Tuesday, April 11th, 2017

flooded-living-roomIf you have a sump pump in your basement it’s because, without it, you risk hundreds or thousands of dollars in damages. Your home may be prone to flooding, or you may live in an area with a high water table. In either case, spring is the time when we see the greatest need for a sump pump to counteract the flow of water from the soil.

If you own a sump pump in Union, NJ, or if you are considering a new installation, there are a few things we think you should know. Read on, or call our friendly team for more information.

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What’s the Difference between a Furnace and a Boiler?

Monday, March 13th, 2017

furnace-residential-heatingLots of people are used to one type of heating system or the other. They may always set the temperature on the thermostat without ever really thinking about the system heating the home. If you don’t know much about the heater you use, you’re not alone.

Today, we’re here to answer one of the most basic, but most common questions about heating: what’s the difference between a furnace and a boiler? Let us know how else we can help. Call us for quality heating service in Union, NJ.

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What You Should Do Right Away for Your Frozen Pipes

Monday, January 9th, 2017

When the pipes in your home freeze up, you don’t have water flowing through your faucets. And that’s only part of why it’s so important to do what you can to prevent pipes from freezing. The freezing and thawing of water in the pipes causes excess pressure that may force your pipes to burst, meaning your home gets flooded as they thaw.

Don’t take this chance. Follow our advice for thawing out a frozen pipe, and then take the steps to prevent your pipes from freezing in the first place.

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How to Prevent Pipes from Freezing this Season

Monday, December 12th, 2016

Frozen pipes could turn into quite a disaster for your plumbing system. Of course, you may not have any water coming into your faucets and fixtures. Also, the freezing and thawing of pipes is problematic because water expands as it freezes. As water freezes in the pipes, the pipes could burst.

This is something you want to prevent in any way you can. Follow our tips on preventing pipes from freezing, and call our helpful team for more information.

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