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A Heat Pump Could Be Perfect for Your Home

February 17th, 2020

You’ve probably got neighbors and friends that use heat pumps in your area. We hear all the time about homeowners exploring the use of a heat pump precisely because their neighbors or friends just can’t stop talking about them!

Well, today we’re hoping to shine a bit of light on this heating system for those homeowners that are starting to dip their toes into heat pump technology. These systems are exceptionally efficient, run surprisingly well, and also can be a safe alternative to gas furnaces when you start looking at heater repair in Boerne, TX. With heat pumps, you don’t have to worry about the chance of having a carbon monoxide leak because these systems function safely on electricity.

Let’s dig into how heat pumps work and where they could be a huge benefit for you and your family.

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Upgrade Your Home’s Electrical System Today!

February 3rd, 2020

Your home’s electrical system is vital to your HVAC technology as well as every other piece of equipment you have. From dishwashers, to laundry machines, to refrigerators and everything else that plugs into your circuit board, we’re all seriously dependant on our electrical system. The most important thing we need to get across is that making an electrical upgrade to handle your appliances, new home renovation, or anything else that you’re working on, is never a job for an amateur.

We don’t care how many online searches or videos you’ve watched about how to upgrade your electrical system, it can both be a serious safety concern and it could end up doing more harm than good. That’s why it’s important to contact our team for electrical services in Boerne, TX. We’ve got all the necessary equipment and safety protocols to make sure that you get an energy upgrade hassle-free.

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Trouble with Your Furnace? What You Can Do

January 20th, 2020

Furnace trouble isn’t unique to our area. In fact, furnaces are some of the most widely used heaters in the country, so we’re pretty sure that a good portion of homeowners have had to deal with furnace issues in the past. That being said, there are two kinds of furnace owners we’d like to talk about: those who take measures to help their furnaces and those who don’t.

If you’re reading this then chances are you are part of the first category, which is definitely a good thing. We’re all about mitigating problems and saving money here. In order to avoid costly heating repair in Boerne, TX you’re going to need to pay close attention to your furnace when trying to understand what’s wrong with it. Homeowners that ignore their furnace’s plights, whether that means cold air, noises, or high heating bills, will find themselves in a worse place every time.

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The Benefits of Working with a Professional Electrician

January 6th, 2020

For many reasons, homeowners think they can perform more DIY solutions to their electrical systems than to their plumbing or HVAC systems. While we might not understand all of those reasons, we’re nonetheless concerned about this trend. Not only are some electrical problems more complicated and require more training than others, but they can also be much more dangerous when working on them improperly.

Today, we’re going to talk about the importance of utilizing professional electricians in Boerne, TX and how that can prevent problems ranging from minor inconveniences to health and safety concerns. We aren’t just telling you to hire a professional electrician for the heck of it, there are real dangers that can come from working on an electrical system without the proper training, equipment, certifications, and knowhow.

Still not convinced that your DIY electrical project might not be a good idea? Let us explain.

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Don’t Panic, Here’s Everything To Know About Carbon Monoxide

December 23rd, 2019

If you don’t know what carbon monoxide is, we recommend doing a few internet searches after reading this blog post. While we hope that everyone knows what it is, it’s particularly important that homeowners and gas furnace owners, in particular, know about carbon monoxide, since it can be a threat when a heating system has been neglected.

Carbon monoxide doesn’t have a smell, color, or taste. What it does have, is the ability to cause nausea, memory loss, fatigue, unconsciousness, and even worse terrible side effects on your health if it’s breathed in. If you’ve ever wondered why we call so often for heater repair in Boerne, TX—this is the reason. A neglected furnace, or a furnace that forgoes maintenance even though its got a blocked exhaust pipe or a cracked heat exchanger, will start leaking carbon monoxide if you’re not careful.

So, listen up and take note if any of the following things sound familiar.

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What Generator Is Right for You?

December 9th, 2019

There are many types of generators on the market today. From whole house generators, to portable generators, to commercial sized generators that can run entire businesses or buildings, there amount of information to take in as a homeowner can be overwhelming, to say the least. That being said, generators are an important system that can save you an incredible amount of hassle and even save your life if you depend on electrically-powered medical equipment.

If you’re looking for help with anything electrical in Boerne, TX then it would be wise to know the difference between the different kinds of generators and the situations they each call for. Whether you’re satisfied with a portable system, or need a state-of-the-art generator that runs on natural gas and can supply power to all of your home appliances, we’ve got you covered.

Just keep reading and we’ll get into the details.

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Give Your Plumbing Affection with Video Pipe Inspection

November 25th, 2019

Plumbing systems are usually in dark locations that are far away from where you spend most of your time. If you’re wondering why, it’s because nobody really wants to see their plumbing every day. It feels better using a kitchen sink with the belief that your dirty water goes to some magical place to get clean again.

However, that magical place is your plumbing system and it’s not always going to be in good condition!

That’s where we can help with our video pipe inspection. If you’re noticing slow drains or a clog in one of your pipes, there’s no need to guess at what the problem is anymore. When it comes to plumbing in Boerne, TX let the professionals tell you exactly what’s gone wrong and how to fix it.

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Cold Spots in Your Home: How to Deal with Them

November 11th, 2019

We all know what cold spots are, but what many homeowners mistakenly believe is that they’re normal. Cold spots in your home don’t have to be normal, and in theory, your heater should be able to heat every room in your home equally, no matter how cold it is outside. You might need to seal a drafty window, or perhaps you’ve got failing ductwork, but either way, there is a solution.

Here in Texas, it doesn’t get as cold as it does up north. That means that you’ve got even less of a reason to have any cold spots in your house. If you’re noticing that your heater just can’t equally heat your whole house, then you’re going to want to read on for some tips to deal with these pesky cold spots. We can’t guarantee that the solution to your problem will be free, but we want to remind you that there are solutions out there for cold spots.

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4 Tips to Prepare Your AC for Winter

October 28th, 2019

We love our air conditioners down here in Texas and even though it would be easier to use them all year, that’s not entirely possible. We’ve got to put them away eventually and take out the heaters so we can stay nice and cozy until the warm weather comes back.

Though, did you know that there was a correct way to store your air conditioning unit? Central air conditioners might stay put all-year-round, but they can be damaged and require some extensive service if they aren’t stored properly. HVAC in Boerne, TX isn’t as simple as we’d like to think. A central air conditioner unit just left on its own to brace the winter weather might have some problems when next summer rolls around and the heat comes back.

So, let’s see what you can do to mitigate the damage and keep your AC system in tip-top shape through the winter.

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Troubleshooting Your Faulty Circuit Breaker

October 14th, 2019

Circuit Breakers—every house has them and not enough homeowners know how to deal with them. Circuit breakers are like the weather, they’re everywhere and anyone who doesn’t know how to deal with them is in for a few bad days in the lifetime of their home. That’s why we’re going to go over a few reasons why circuit breakers trip and blow, and what you can do to help prevent these problems.

While there are always things you can learn about the electrical systems in your home, it’s generally a better idea to have one of the many electricians in Boerne, TX address issues with these systems. Circuit breakers can be expensive to replace and can also be a safety hazard when approached without the right gear and expertise. That being said, let’s take a deep dive into what really happens to your electrical systems so you can be more informed next time you’re dealing with a blown circuit.

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