Saddleback Plumbing Heating & Air Blog: Archive for November, 2015

Why Your Boiler is Rumbling

Monday, November 30th, 2015

If your boiler is rumbling like a giant tea kettle, don’t panic. Your boiler isn’t going to explode, but it does have a serious problem that needs to be fixed. That problem is boiler kettling, and it can damage not only your boiler but the surrounding area, as well. The best way to address boiler kettling is to call for repairs as soon as you notice it happening. While you’re waiting for the technician to arrive, however, let’s take a look at what causes kettling and why it’s such a big deal.

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Why It’s a Good Idea to Install a Humidifier in Your Home This Winter

Monday, November 23rd, 2015

Your indoor air quality is affected by a lot of different factors, and affects you in turn. Your health and quality of life can be substantially impacted by poor indoor air quality, without you even realizing it. One of the biggest problems for indoor air quality in Southern California, especially during the winter, is chronically low humidity. Dry weather is more than simply uncomfortable; it can lead to you getting sick more often, as well. Read on to find out why it’s a good idea to address chronic dryness with a humidifier this winter.

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Should I Replace My Furnace?

Monday, November 16th, 2015

Winter is upon us, and now is the time to make sure that your furnace is in good shape. If your furnace isn’t up to the task of keeping your home warm for another winter, it’s time to replace it. No one wants to have their furnace break down on them in the middle of winter. So, it’s best to replace it now before the weather gets really cold. Read on for some of the signs that your furnace is in need of replacement.

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What is Furnace Short Cycling?

Monday, November 9th, 2015

If you’ve ever noticed your furnace turning itself on and off every few minutes, you have a short cycling problem. Short cycling is a serious issue that not only affect the furnace’s ability to heat, but shortens its lifespan and increases the chances of a breakdown, as well. Let’s take a look at what causes this serious issue, and what to do about it.

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Advantages of Installing a Heat Pump for Winter

Monday, November 2nd, 2015

With winter right around the corner, now is a pretty good time to make sure that your home’s heating situation is in order. If you’re one of the many people looking for a new home heating system, you should consider installing a heat pump. Heat pumps offer a unique range of advantages for those who install them. Let’s take a look at some of those advantages now.

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