Carney All Seasons Blog: Archive for February, 2016

What to During a Plumbing Emergency

Monday, February 29th, 2016

Plumbing problems rarely have the common courtesy to occur during normal business hours. While inconvenient, though, it’s normally not a big deal to wait to have the issue fixed until you can schedule an appointment. It’s a very different story when it comes to plumbing emergencies, though. A plumbing emergency is any plumbing problem that cannot wait for a future appointment; it will simply cause too much damage in the interim. So, what are you supposed to do when a plumbing emergency crops up at 3 in the morning, or some other time outside of normal business hours? Follow the steps below to mitigate the damage as much as possible.

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What Happens When Your Furnace is the Wrong Size

Monday, February 22nd, 2016

There are many different factors that go into choosing a new furnace system, like fuel type and AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency.) One factor that often gets neglected, however, is the size of the furnace. People tend to think that as long as the furnace can physically fit in the space provided, it will work just fine. This isn’t true. Let’s take a look at what happens when your furnace isn’t sized properly.

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Ductless Problems You Need to Watch for This Winter

Monday, February 15th, 2016

Ductless systems are just as susceptible to issues as any other system, especially during the winter when the stress on them is greater. If you’re using a ductless mini split to keep warm this winter, you should be aware of the kinds of problems the system can run into and the warning signs they give off. The faster you can recognize symptoms of a problem with your ductless heater, the faster you can call for repairs and the more damage you can prevent. Let’s take a look at some of those symptoms now.

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How Your Water Heater Prevents Itself From Rusting

Monday, February 8th, 2016

Any time steel or iron is in contact with water over a long period of time, rust is all but inevitable. Water heaters are in contact with water almost constantly, from the time they are installed onward. So, why is it that your water heater isn’t rusting out and rupturing every couple of years? The answer lies in a part called the anode rod. Read on to find out what the anode rod is, and how it protects your water heater from rusting.

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Be Sure to Schedule Furnace Maintenance Annually

Monday, February 1st, 2016

It can be quite expensive to keep a furnace in proper condition, especially if it develops a serious issue. In an effort to save money on furnace upkeep, most homeowners wait to call for repairs until a problem presents itself. No need to call for professional services unless they’re absolutely necessary, after all. The problem with this method is that it can, and often does, backfire completely. Going without regular preventive furnace maintenance is likely to create more problems, and cost you more money. Let’s take a look at the benefits of annual furnace maintenance.

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