Author name: MR Plumbing

Reducing Humidity In the Home

Reducing Humidity In the Home Your central air conditioner works hard to keep your home cool during the hot and humid summer days. However, much of the heat and humidity could actually be coming from inside your home. Here are the main heat sources in the home that can make […]

Electrical Warning Signs – When to Call an Electrician

Electrical Warning Signs – When to Call an Electrician Electrical problems often go unnoticed until there is a significant problem, such as a short circuit, a tripped breaker, or in the worst case, an electrical fire. By paying attention to the warning signs of an outdated or malfunctioning electrical system,

Should Room Vents Be Left Open or Closed?

When areas of your home are too hot or too cold, regardless of how you set the thermostat temperature, it would seem to make sense to open or close air registers to control the temperature in each room. Or, you may decide that unoccupied rooms should have air registers closed

Why You Should Upgrade Your Thermostat

Why You Should Upgrade Your Thermostat Smart Thermostats Improve Comfort and Save Energy Wireless technology has connected virtually every aspect of our lives. As our homes have become more and more connected with wi-fi devices managed from digital voice assistants and smart phone apps, the thermostat has also become more

Plumbing Systems to Check When Buying a Home

Buying a home is a big investment. By doing your research and ensuring that the plumbing system is functioning correctly, you can avoid making costly mistakes. 1. Water Heater Ask you realtor or the homeowner if they know the age of the water heater. A water heater will typically last

Electrical Outlet Upgrades For the Home

Electrical Outlet Upgrades For the Home A typical American home has around 80 electrical outlets. While the most common type of receptacle is a two-plug, 3-prong rated at 15 amp, 125 volts, there are dozens of outlet types available. Most electrical outlet upgrades are made for safety and convenience, here

No Heat? Here’s what to Check Before Calling For Service

No Heat? Here’s what to Check Before Calling For Service Furnace Won’t Turn On? Boiler Not Heating? Before you call us for service there are few items you can check first. It could be a simple fix. Check That the Power Is On – Even though they are natural gas

Furnace Filters and Indoor Air Quality

Furnace Filters and Indoor Air Quality When it comes to choosing the right furnace air filter there are many options available. The efficiency of furnace filters is measured on the MERV scale, or Minimum Efficiency Reporting Values, which rates filter efficiency on a scale of 1-20. On the low end

Preventing Drain Disasters During the Holidays

Preventing Drain Disasters During the Holidays Sewer and drain problems occur more frequently during the holiday months when kitchens are often at full capacity and guests are in the home. Kitchen sink drains and disposals, clogged toilets and backed up sewer lines are just a few of the common plumbing

Gas Heat Pump Or Furnace?

Heat Pump Versus Gas Furnace – What’s The Better Choice? With heat pumps gaining in popularity in some parts of the U.S., many homeowners are asking if a heat pump is a good option for their home heating and cooling needs. Here is an overview of how heat pumps work

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