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Was your house built before the 1960s? If so, the old plumbing is probably on its last leg. Piping installed over 60 years ago is often made of galvanized steel. As it ages, galvanized plumbing begins to corrode on the inside, reducing water pressure as a result.
Whether you’re taking a shower, rinsing the dishes, or disposing of items you no longer need, it’s common for things to end up going down the drain when they don’t belong there.
As a Utah homeowner, you know how dry the winters here can be. Running a humidifier is the key to creating a healthier, more comfortable home. After all, dry air saps your body of its natural defenses, making you more prone to illness, itchy skin, dry nasal cavities, and sore throat.
You probably don’t think about your furnace very often, let alone the air filter installed in the return vent. However, if you want to lower your heating bills, enjoy cleaner indoor air, and prevent overworking the HVAC equipment, you should replace your furnace filter regularly. Learn when to check the filter and how you know it’s time to change it.
Water heating technology has made leaps and bounds in recent years, allowing homeowners to benefit from advances in technology and updated energy efficiency guidelines required for the manufacture of new appliances.
During the summer, achieving a cool, comfortable home is your top priority. However, air leaks can affect the efficiency of your cooling system, even if you’re diligent about scheduling air conditioning repairs and tune-ups.
The drains in your home have an important role to play in the overall function of your plumbing system. Each drain carries water away from a faucet or appliance, and every drain is connected to a single sewer line that transports all wastewater from your home to your municipal sewer.
If you’re handy around the home, it can be tempting to try tackling plumbing problems without the help of a professional. However, plumbing systems are complex and require experience and knowledge to repair; the fact that your plumbing supply pipes and drains are hidden from sight can further complicate attempts to diagnose problems or make repairs without the right tools or knowledge.
Home plumbing systems aren’t designed to last forever, and certain components may wear out or fall out of fashion much more quickly than others. Your plumbing should not only meet your every day needs but provide an efficient and worry-free function that you can expect to continue for several years as well.