Design Comfort Blog: Archive for August, 2016

Is it Time to Invest in a New Water Heater?

Monday, August 29th, 2016

No matter what model you have, water heaters are known to be very reliable and durable appliances. This is particularly true if you schedule routine preventive maintenance for the system. However, no matter how well taken care of your water heater is, it cannot last forever. There will come a time that you will need to replace the system.

In order to minimize your inconvenience, it’s important that you know how to recognize the signs that this time is approaching. Otherwise, you can suddenly find yourself without hot water, which is of course not ideal. Keep reading to learn more about the signs that it’s time to invest in a new water heater.

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Does Your Main Water Line Need Replacing?

Monday, August 22nd, 2016

There is not a single section of your plumbing system that is not important to you or needed on an almost daily basis. There are, however, two major plumbing lines that especially need to be monitored and fully functional at all times. These lines are your septic—or sewer—line and your main water line.

Without a properly operating main water line, your home has no access to the clean, fresh water that it needs. And in order to properly replace the water line while adhering to local and state codes, you only want to trust professionals. Keep reading to learn more about the common signs that your main water line is in trouble and may very soon need replacing.

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Keep Your Air Conditioner Functioning Through the End of Summer

Monday, August 15th, 2016

The end of summer is near! Soon instead of using your air conditioner every day, you’ll be enjoying cool fall days and awaiting the time you can start to turn on your heater. But wait, we still have a few hot days to contend with, right? As such, you’ll want to make sure that your air conditioner makes it to the end of the season.

Hopefully, you’ve had regular maintenance done within the last year to prevent any detrimental problems. However, if you haven’t and if your AC system is over a decade old, then the strain that’s been put on your system all summer long could cause a breakdown. In order to best prevent this, follow the tips we’ve shared below.

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Why Should You Choose a Tankless Water Heater?

Monday, August 8th, 2016

Whether your water heater has broken down entirely or it’s just about ready to replace, you have many options to consider. It’s in your best interest to weight all of these choices carefully to ensure you are getting the most effective and efficient water heater system for your home. You do not have to stick with the same type of system you’ve always used!

A tankless water heater, for example, may be a great option for your home. There are many advantages to using this type of water heater, including the fact that you can get hot water on demand. This means you don’t run the risk of running out of hot water from your storage tank. Keep reading for a few of the largest benefits of tankless water heaters.

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The Virtues of Preventive AC Maintenance

Monday, August 1st, 2016

One of the most common misconceptions about air conditioning maintenance is that it should only be done during a certain part of the year. While most of the time it is much more convenient for homeowners to have this service done before the cooling season begins, it’s certainly never too late to schedule an appointment.

If anything, you may be able to prevent problems from occurring next year by scheduling a tune-up today, but why should you? Keep reading to learn about a few of the many virtues of preventive AC maintenance.

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