Snellville Heating, Air and Plumbing Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Lawrenceville’

The Dos and Don’ts of a Drain Clog

Monday, November 13th, 2023

When you have a tough drain clog, all you want to do is get rid of it and check the problem off of your list. It’s not an issue that you want to deal with long-term for any reason. And when you need plumbing services in Lawrenceville, GA, you can give our team a call and not deal with the problem yourself at all.

No project is too big or too small for our team to help with. You can also keep reading for some general tips on the do’s and don’ts of how to handle a plumbing clog when one inevitably happens. If you try your own DIY solutions and they don’t work, schedule an appointment with us. We can help break down the toughest clogs and make sure that no residue is left behind that could contribute to clogs again in the future.

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Let’s Learn About the Sacrificial Anode Rod

Monday, August 7th, 2023

Did you know that your water heater needs maintenance just like your air conditioner and other appliances do? If you haven’t scheduled water heater service in Lawrenceville, GA, in the last several years, it’s time to do so now. 

A big part of that maintenance appointment is knowing when it’s time to switch out the sacrificial anode rod inside of your water heater. Skipping out on water heater maintenance can mean that you deal with more problems and even have to replace your water heater sooner – all because of one small component. You can keep reading to learn more what a sacrificial anode rod is and why water heater maintenance is so important.

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Why a Clogged Condensate Drain Is a Big Problem

Monday, May 1st, 2023

Your air conditioner has a condensate drain that helps to collect and channel away moisture that your AC collects during the cooling process. But drops of water are not the only thing entering that drain. It’s also possible for small dust and dirt particles along with other debris to get trapped in the drain. 

Over time, this can lead to condensate drain clogs. It’s possible that water will back up either into your air conditioner or around the surrounding walls and floor, which can be a big problem. You can keep reading to learn more about why this happens and how you can prevent it. If you do have a condensate drain clog, you can give us a call for air conditioning repair in Lawrenceville, GA.

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Sounds Your Furnace Should Not Make and What They Mean

Monday, February 6th, 2023
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Hearing unusual sounds from any appliance in your home is always concerning. You don’t know what’s wrong, but you do know that something is wrong. And when those unusual sounds are coming from your furnace, it’s even more concerning. After all, it’s the middle of winter and you just want to stay warm without running into any problems.

The good news is, if you pay attention to the sounds and get the problems addressed early, you can stay ahead of furnace repair in Lawrenceville, GA. Ignoring unusual furnace sounds will only make the problems worse. Keep reading to learn more about unusual furnace sounds and what they mean. Then you’ll know when to give us a call for furnace maintenance. 

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Do I Really Need a Professional Plumber for (Fill in the Blank)?

Monday, October 18th, 2021

woman-calling-plumberThis is a big question many homeowners ask themselves when faced with any type of plumbing trouble or plumbing project. For example, “Do I really need a professional plumber for…”

  • Fixing a leaking pipe
  • Putting in new pipes
  • Repairing a stuck garbage disposal
  • Dealing with an overflowing toilet
  • Unclogging an obstinate clog in the shower drain
  • Replacing an old toilet with a new one
  • Maintaining the sump pump

…and plenty more. You could make your own list twice as long as this one. 

We understand that homeowners want to save money where they can, and DIY work in some situations is not only feasible and economic, it can even be fun for a home-improvement enthusiast. 

But most plumbing jobs require a professional plumber in Lawrenceville, GA to handle them accurately, effectively, and safely. Below we’ll look at a few simple plumbing jobs you might be able to do yourself, and why we advise you to leave the rest to our licensed plumbers.

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Is It Time to Think About Heating Maintenance Yet? You Bet!

Monday, September 6th, 2021

hands-opening-heating-cabinetLast year, we called October the “Unofficial Maintain Your Heater Month.” We made it unofficial for a good reason: September is also an excellent month to arrange for regular heating maintenance in Lawrenceville, GA. It’s the month when fall officially begins, and most people’s thoughts turn from summer the moment the calendar flips over to September, even if the weather is still warm.

If you want to get a head start on a professional inspection and tune-up for your home’s heating system, we encourage that. September is when business for HVAC companies starts to slow down as fewer people need help with their air conditioners and the weather hasn’t gotten cold enough for heating emergencies. You’ll find it easy to schedule a convenient appointment for our technicians to give your heating system the attention and service necessary for a safe and warm winter.

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Why Your Home’s Water Pressure Has Dropped

Monday, August 23rd, 2021

faucet-drippingLow water pressure in residential plumbing (lower than 40 psi) turns ordinary days into a series of nuisances. It starts with a morning shower that takes so long because the water from the showerhead may as well come from a sprinkling can. Then trying to wash anything in the sink turns into a slog. Filling up a glass with water takes twice as long … all around, you don’t want low water pressure!

The good news: you can fix water pressure troubles in your house, often with a call to a professional plumber in Lawrenceville, GA. Low water pressure can happen for a range of reasons, from small to large, and we’re going to look at the most common of them. Knowing these facts will help you take the next steps to get your plumbing back in shape and your days easier once again.

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The Dangers of Leaking AC Refrigerant

Monday, May 3rd, 2021

resiidential-ac-unitPeople who aren’t in the HVAC industry often have misconceptions about how air conditioning systems work, specifically the role of refrigerant. Homeowners often imagine that refrigerant is a fuel for the air conditioner, something that will eventually run out and need to be refilled. 

Refrigerant is not a fuel source. Air conditioning systems run on one type of energy: electricity. A refrigerant is a heat transfer medium. It’s what allows an air conditioner to pump heat from a house to the outside. The refrigerant works, in some ways, like blood in the human body: a pump circulates it to allow the system to run. But if the human body loses blood, it creates more. If an air conditioning system loses refrigerant, it can’t create more and will be in serious danger until it receives professional AC repair in Lawrenceville, GA.

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Pinhole Leaks—One of the Trickiest Plumbing Problems

Monday, April 19th, 2021

copper-tubesThe name pinhole leak sounds like a minor issue. Big, gaping leaks in plumbing, leaks that send water spilling out all over the floor and make you glad you have a sump pump, sound like serious problems. And they are. But pinhole leaks are something those big leaks aren’t: sneaky and hard to find. You may not know you need a Lawrenceville, GA plumber at first to solve your pinhole leaks, and that’s how they can cause plenty of damage.

But, aside from their size, what exactly are pinhole leaks and how do they get started? And how can you notice them?

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Does Corrosion on My Water Heater Mean Its Done?

Monday, February 22nd, 2021

water-heater-leakingAlthough we’ll need to provide some context and extra information about this answer, the answer is “yes.” Corrosion is one of the worst things that can happen to a water heater, and when it sets in on your water heater, it’s likely time to call our technicians and arrange to have a new one installed. 

This isn’t an absolute, as we’ll discuss below, but rust and other types of corrosion are more than just spots of trouble in a water heater. They indicate larger problems and likely a water heater that is too old to keep.

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