Routine air conditioner tune-ups are necessary to keep your condenser in the best working condition. There are also a few ways you can keep your condenser clean. We had a chat with our expert technician, Omar, and he filled us in on proper condenser care and cleaning tips! Coil Cleaner Dos and Don’ts There [...]
In the dog days of summer, your AC is likely the most treasured appliance. It’s responsible for keeping your home cool and comfortable in that San Diego heat, and it’s a big investment for your home. Naturally, you may toil over whether to replace your AC unit when it has problems, or spring for [...]
If you have gas appliances, such as a furnace or a gas stove, it's important to be aware of gas leaks and to know the signs. Having a natural gas leak in your home isn’t incredibly common. However, since they are dangerous, it’s still important that you know how to identify them, what to [...]
Have you ever looked at the ingredients in a commercial cleaning product and wondered what effect they might be having on your health? Many cleaning products contain harsh chemicals that can cause allergies and irritation to your skin. Also, many of these cleaning products have strong scents that can pollute your indoor air. But [...]
How to Troubleshoot a Water Heater Hot water is a must-have, but it's often taken for granted. We rely heavily on hot water. From daily showers to washing the dog or speeding up our cooking time. However, we rarely think about how much we rely on our hot water, until it breaks. Dealing with a [...]
Many adjectives describe a home with children, but quiet usually isn’t on the list. For a child, almost anything can be turned into a place for play and exploration. This includes parts of your HVAC system. After all, we’re sure you want to keep your home comfortable without worries of unexpected repairs or injuries. Here's [...]
Though living in San Diego is a dream, dealing with earthquakes are a nightmare. We all know about how to protect your family during an earthquake, but what about your home? Most resources look at how to protect your belongings, but what about the plumbing system inside your walls and under the house? Learn how [...]
San Diego sees an average of 266 days of sunshine every year. But what happens on those other days? Even the warmest of places will need heating from time to time, and San Diego is no exception. On one of those rare, cold days, nothing feels nicer than coming home to a nice warm house. [...]
San Diego is known for its sun and surf, but it can also get a little chilly every winter. Even though we don’t use our furnace as much here, there’s still a winter spike on your utility bills. For those who want to avoid the headache of winter budgeting, here are 10 ways to lower [...]
Five Signs it’s Time to Call a Professional Your water heater does a lot of behind the scenes work, nearly every chore in your home relies on it. That being said, it should be expected that at one point or another, your water heater will have possible issues. This all depends on the age and [...]
