Schaible's Plumbing & Heating Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Hampton’

Time to Get Your AC Prepped for Warmer Weather the Easy Way!

Monday, March 18th, 2024
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When spring arrives, we may not immediately experience warmer weather—but we know it’s on the way. Soon you’ll shut down your heating system for the season and rely almost daily on your AC. You don’t want your air conditioner to just leap into action, however. It needs some important prep work to ensure it works its best and has potential problems fixed before they become actual problems.

How do you get your AC ready for the warmer weather? The easy way: call us to schedule air conditioning maintenance in Hampton, NJ. Regular preventive maintenance is one of the best things you can do for your home comfort. We recommend you have it done each spring.

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Why We Recommend Scheduling Water Testing

Monday, January 8th, 2024
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As a homeowner, you may not always think about the quality of the water that flows into your home. However, the water you use for drinking, cooking, bathing, and cleaning can have a significant impact on your health and the longevity of your plumbing systems. That’s why we recommend scheduling water testing and consulting a qualified plumber. 

In this post, we’ll delve into the reasons why we recommend water testing as well as look at what may be lurking in your water and the benefits of taking action.

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Signs You May Need to Install a Whole-House Water Treatment System

Monday, December 25th, 2023
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Clean and safe water is essential for a healthy and comfortable life. However, sometimes the water coming into our homes may not be as pure as we’d like it to be. Common contaminants found in tap water include chlorine, lead, bacteria, and even pesticides. These contaminants can affect the taste and smell of water as well as affect your health and the lifespan of household appliances. 

From unpleasant tastes and odors to staining on fixtures, there are various signs your water quality might be less than ideal. In this post, we’ll explore these signs and discuss why whole-house water treatment systems are a better solution than point-of-use systems. 

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Does Your Home Need a Sump Pump?

Monday, December 11th, 2023
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Owning a home is a fulfilling experience, but it comes with the responsibility of safeguarding your property from potential threats. One often underestimated peril is water damage, especially in areas prone to heavy rain and storms. If you’re wondering if you need to look into sump pumps in Hampton, NJ, the answer is yes.

In the following guide, we’ll explore the crucial role of sump pumps in fortifying your home against basement flooding, emphasizing their functionality, benefits, and the peace of mind they bring.

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How Furnace Services Keep Your Energy Bills Low

Monday, October 2nd, 2023

You might think that a furnace tune-up is unnecessary. Does it really matter if you skip the service this year? While you may not notice any obvious negatives right away, skipping out on heater maintenance can have a major impact on efficiency over the lifespan of your heater.

Investing in furnace service in Hampton, NJ, means that you are also investing in energy efficiency. And you’ll see a major return on this investment over the lifespan of your furnace. You can keep reading to learn more about energy efficiency in furnaces and how regular tune-ups can save you money every single year.

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AC Not Shutting Off? Here’s What to Do

Monday, August 7th, 2023

Your air conditioner is designed to work in cycles. It turns on and off at regular intervals for cooling, but should never stay on for extended periods of time.

If you think that your air conditioner is running without shutting off, it may be time to schedule air conditioning repair in Hampton, NJ.

And our team is here to help. Even though it may seem like your air conditioner is still working great without any problems, allowing your air conditioner to continue running without stopping can lead to a breakdown. It’s better to get the issue checked out sooner rather than later. You can keep reading to learn more about what to do if your air conditioner won’t turn off.

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How a Geothermal System Works

Monday, February 6th, 2023

With the new SEER2 regulations and the Inflation Reduction Act starting to impact families all across the country, energy efficiency is now a dining room table discussion.

How can we save on energy costs and cut our carbon emissions without severely impacting our way of life? Well, technological advancements like heat pumps, ductless systems, and geothermal heating and cooling units are one of the best ways to make that change today.

Geothermal technology used to be a hyper-expensive heating and cooling system that was only available to the rich. Now that it’s been around for a while, it’s more accessible to normal families and people who just want to have proper heating and cooling without the high energy costs. It turns out that sourcing heat energy from the ground is both easy and cost-effective.

Today, we’ll show you how geothermal heating and cooling in Hampton, NJ will keep your home comfortable and efficient for years to come.

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How Does My Furnace Really Work?

Monday, October 17th, 2022

When homeowners picture a furnace in their mind, they might imagine something akin to an old cartoon. Some large iron trap that burns fuel at a comically high temperature to heat an entire building. While these depictions aren’t wrong, and make sense specifically when you look at old furnaces, they’re not quite what we use today. You’ve probably seen the casing of your furnace, and maybe some of our readers have seen the inside, but do you know how it actually works?

For all those gas and electric furnace owners out there, this blog post is for you! Furnaces are the most common heating appliance in America, and it only makes sense that we should do a bit of a PSA to ensure everyone knows how they work. And remember, for all of your furnace installations in Hampton, NJ, give our team a call. We’ve got your back!

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