Heating Posts

Why You Should Install a Hydronic Boiler System

October 26th, 2015

The days are getting colder, though perhaps a bit more slowly than some of us would like. Even so, though, it’s a good idea to make sure that you have a reliable home heating system in place before winter begins.

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Heat Pump Problems to Watch for this Fall

October 19th, 2015

As we move further into fall, you’re probably going to start relying on your heat pump more and more often to keep comfortable. The more you use your heat pump, the more likely it will be for problems to crop up over time.

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Furnace Problems You Need to Know About

October 12th, 2015

Summer is over, and heating season is here. As you start to use your home’s heating system more and more in the coming months, it’s a good idea to keep an eye out for the various problems that can afflict your system.

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How Zone Control Helps Improve Your Heating System

October 5th, 2015

Heating season is here, and while we may be in for a few more hot days between now and winter the daily temperature is going to drop steadily. That means it’s time to get your heating system ready for the cold season.

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Now is the Time to Schedule Heating Maintenance

September 14th, 2015

With summer winding down, the time is coming near for you to turn off your air conditioner for the rest of the year. Before heating season gets into full swing, however, it’s a good idea to schedule heating maintenance.

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3 Major Benefits of Radiant Heating Systems

April 6th, 2015

Radiant heating systems are boiler-based heaters, which use hot water to distribute heat throughout the house. The boiler heats and distributes water through pipe networks in the walls and subfloor of each room.

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Furnace Short-Cycling: Why It Happens, What to Do About It

April 3rd, 2015

If your furnace is turning on and off rapidly, more often than it should, it is short-cycling. This is a problem since it will put extra strain on the furnace, raise heating bills, and create repair issues. If you need help with a short-cycling furnace, call on Saddleback Plumbing. We have many years of experience in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA with furnace repair, installation, and other services.

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3 Things You Should Know about Your Gas Furnace

February 25th, 2015

Gas furnaces are the most common type of heating system found in homes today, a position they have held for decades. Furnaces have retained this top spot because of their high energy output as well as their affordable operation. If you have a home with a gas connection, chances are high that you have a gas furnace to take advantage of the lower costs of natural gas compared to electricity.

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Why a Heat Pump Won’t Switch from Cooling to Heating (and Vice Versa)

January 30th, 2015

As you probably already know, part of what makes heat pumps such great choices for home heating is that they can fulfill both heating and cooling roles. This saves you money and space by removing the need to install an air conditioner in your home. However, being able to provide both of these functions also makes the heat pump a more complicated system.

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