Posts Tagged ‘Clearwater’

Is it Your AC or Your Thermostat?

Monday, April 1st, 2024
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With the arrival of spring, you’ll be heavily relying on your Clearwater, FL air conditioning system to get you through our extended cooling system. As you use your AC system more heavily, you may find that the need for air conditioning repair crops up.

However, what seems like an AC system issue can sometimes be attributed to the thermostat and not the AC system itself. Let’s go over 6 examples of a malfunctioning thermostat.

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Does My Home Need a Water Softener?

Monday, February 19th, 2024
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Hard water wreaks havoc on homes across the US. In Florida, our water is known to be particularly problematic due to the high concentrations of minerals. Although some homeowners try to combat its effects with portable water filters, they should be more concerned with the detrimental effects of hard water on their plumbing systems and appliances.

A whole house water softener system takes a targeted approach to tackling the issue of hard water. For residential properties and vacation homes, Airbnb rentals and condos, a water softener can save a lot of headaches down the road. Learn more about hard water and whether your home would benefit from a water softener.

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3 Main Benefits of Installing an Air Purifier in Your Home

Monday, December 25th, 2023
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With the holiday season almost wrapped up, it’s time to start thinking about goals for the New Year. Common New Year’s resolutions include goals geared toward increasing healthy habits. Why not make a resolution to increase your home’s air quality next year?

Increasing your indoor air quality (IAQ) results in many health benefits. From snoring less to sleeping more, to decreasing allergy symptoms and reducing the chances of catching colds and flu, let’s go over 3 main benefits of installing a whole house air purifier in your home or investment property

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What’s the Best AC For My Florida Vacation Home?

Monday, June 5th, 2023
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Many homeowners in Florida only live in their homes for part of the year and rent them out when they’re not living there. There are also people who own investment properties that serve as vacation rentals on home-sharing sites.

When it’s time to make a decision about what type of air conditioner to purchase, sometimes you need to take into account the people who’ll be renting out your home. 

There’s nothing that can hurt a property on a rental site like a bad review that mentions a poorly functioning, inadequate air conditioner–especially in Florida. Let’s go over factors to consider when choosing an AC for a home that’s either a part-time home for you or a rental property 365 days out of the year. 

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How To Prevent Plumbing Problems In A Vacation Rental

Monday, March 6th, 2023
Clearwater-Florida

Plumbing is one of those things that must work perfectly in a vacation rental. When it doesn’t, you’ll be certain to hear about it, either from the renter directly or in the form of a bad review. Low water pressure and a slow drain in the shower won’t ruin someone’s vacation, but negative reviews can hurt your ability to rent your vacation rental property.

You also don’t want vacationers trying to take plumbing problems into their own hands. To protect your property and keep your guests satisfied, you need to prioritize plumbing maintenance. By taking preventative measures, you can avoid potential plumbing disasters. Here are some tips for vacation rental owners to help prevent plumbing problems and keep your guests happy.

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What Groundhog Day Can Tell Us About Furnace Repair

Monday, February 6th, 2023

On Groundhog Day this year, Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, much to the chagrin of people everywhere. That means we’re supposed to get 6 more weeks of winter. But is there any merit to Phil’s “prognostications?” Can a groundhog in Pennsylvania really have an effect on how long you’ll need to use your furnace this winter?

Let’s determine just how accurate Phil’s ability to predict the weather is. Since you shouldn’t decide on whether or not to call for furnace repair in Clearwater, FL based on whether a groundhog sees his shadow, we’ll also discuss the signs that you should do so. 

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3 Tasks to Do To Prepare For the Switch to Cooling

Monday, March 7th, 2022

temperature-just-rightWhile other states are still double-checking that their heaters are running strong for a while longer, people around our area are already getting ready for things to warm up. While our heaters are winding down again, our air conditioners need to be ready for the challenge ahead. And with the heat and humidity we see, it is a big challenge.

As you enjoy a few days without the need for a heater or air conditioner, we’d suggest planning ahead. Here are a few tips to help you prepare for the switch over to cooling season so you can sail into it smoothly without a sweat.

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 Does Your Heater Need Repairs or an Upgrade?

Monday, February 7th, 2022

cold-manHow upset would you be if you sold a car you thought was totaled, only to discover that you actually could have repaired it for a decent price? You’d have every right to be mad! The same concept applies to replacing a heater that could actually survive a while longer with a repair.

Replacements aren’t a small investment. Getting a replacement done early can be good (especially if you are avoiding a full breakdown) but they shouldn’t be done years in advance! Let’s talk about how to figure out whether your system needs an upgrade or if it can get by with a heater repair in Clearwater FL.

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Don’t Delay Your AC Tune-Up

Monday, May 3rd, 2021

The scorching heat and the humid weather have us all turning our cooling systems on. Of course, this means some people are discovering that their AC units aren’t quite up to par after being dormant all winter.

Before your air conditioning unit gets to the point where it needs repairs and replacements, we suggest you call a technician for its yearly tune-up.

In addition to saving you time and money, it will keep you stress-free for the summer season. Don’t trust us? Let us explain more about why you shouldn’t forget about your AC tune-up:

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“What is a Plumbing Emergency?”

Monday, March 8th, 2021

Our team of plumbing pros has served homes throughout Florida for over 45 years. In that amount of time we’ve seen our fair share of plumbing troubles that needed to have been seen to long before our plumbers got there. Why does this happen? Because many people don’t realize when they have a plumbing emergency on their hands.

Our goal is to help you avoid situations like this. If you have an emergency issue on your hands, you should be able to reach out for service ASAP. The question you may have though is what exactly qualifies as a true plumbing emergency. If you are ever unsure it doesn’t hurt to ask. However, to help, we’ve provided a brief list of plumbing issues that absolutely qualify for a call to an emergency plumber in Clearwater, FL.

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