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The air is naturally drier in the winter because cold air can’t hold as much moisture as warm air. This means your Utah home is probably well below the recommended comfort zone of 30 to 45 percent relative humidity for about half the year.
Cold winter weather doesn’t just affect your heating system—it can also take a toll on your plumbing. By following these seven winter plumbing tips, you can prevent broken pipes, water damage, and high water heating bills.
Most Utah homes have central air conditioners. While summer is the most common time to run the AC, some homeowners wonder—can you run the AC in winter? After all, cooking can overheat the kitchen, and the bedrooms can get stuffy, even when it’s quite cool outside. But does running the air conditioner in cold weather damage it?
Utah winters may be unpredictable, but you can almost always expect snow and ice. While your furnace is hard at work keeping your home comfortable, is the winter weather harming your outdoor AC unit? And how does snowfall affect furnace performance? Find the answers to your questions here.
Radiant floor heating uses electrical cables or hot water-filled pipes to heat your home from the ground up. This luxury home heating option can be installed throughout the entire house or in individual rooms, such as the bathroom, kitchen, garage, or basement. Weigh the pros and cons of radiant heat to help you decide if it’s right for your Utah home.
Radiant floor heating is an increasingly popular home-heating method in Utah. It involves installing electrical cables or hot water-filled pipes under the floor. Since radiant heat consistently warms objects in the room from the ground up, you can expect a more comfortable home and lower heating bills.
Does your toilet have a weak flush? When it doesn’t empty its contents completely, you’re left with a gross, annoying, and wasteful situation. It may be frustrating, but luckily, the problem is usually easy to fix. To determine the right solution, you must first pinpoint why your toilet won’t flush.
Whether you’re building a new home or looking to replace your aging heating system, you may be interested to learn that there are seven main types of heating systems. Learn a little about each one to help you decide if you should simply upgrade to a newer version of your existing system or try installing something entirely new.
It’s useful to know where your emergency shutoff valve is located and how to operate it in case you ever have a plumbing emergency. Learn the process yourself and then pass on your knowledge to everyone in your household.