DeHart Plumbing, Heating, and Air Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Stockton’

Prepare for Fall Like a Pro

Monday, September 11th, 2023

Well, September is here and soon we’ll be experiencing some temperature drops. It’s okay, take a moment to enjoy the milder weather and cool breezes as we’re finally clear of the hottest temperatures of the year. But just like with spring, we’re not out of the woods yet.

Fall comes with its own set of challenges, from drops in temperature to new allergens that are released in the atmosphere. You’ll need to not only put away your air conditioning system so it’s ready for next year, but you’ll also need to get your heating unit ready for the chillier temperatures to come.

Don’t worry, we’ve got a whole checklist lined up for customers to prepare their HVAC in Stockton, CA. We’ll walk you through everything you need to do to be ready and prepared for the fall ahead. Don’t forget to call our team if you need help with your HVAC systems.

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PSA: Change That Air Filter!

Monday, July 3rd, 2023

Yep, we mean right now! Feel free to pause your reading of this blog to change your air filter if you already know how to do it. We can wait.

What if I’ve never changed my air filter before? What even is the air filter? Is it even that important to change the filter this frequently?

These are all excellent questions, and for customers who might be new to this whole “air filter” thing, we’d like to answer them below. Every single air conditioning system utilizes an air filter to keep contaminants away from the sensitive coils and components of the system. This filter gets clogged up and can lead to a whole host of problems if you’re not careful. As your local experts and technicians who provide AC repair in Stockton, CA, we’re here to answer all of your filter-related questions and keep your air conditioning technology in good shape.

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Simple Solutions for a Clogged Drain

Monday, June 19th, 2023

Clogged drains are universal problems. They’re practically in every home and with every homeowner. Sure, some people might get them more often than others, but nobody can comprehensively avoid them entirely.

Thankfully, we have some tools and skills available that help customers react to this kind of problem. Plungers, drain snakes, and other household tools can remove drain clogs and help your wastewater flow smoothly away, as long as they’re used correctly. Just make sure you steer clear of drain-cleaning chemicals. They can often be caustic and bad for your plumbing system.

But what if your household products don’t work? Then what do you do?

Turn to our team for professional support. Our drain cleaning in Stockton, CA is powerful enough to alleviate any clog. Using our expertise and hydro jetting equipment, we’ll get rid of any clog quickly and effectively.

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What Your AC Service Says About You

Tuesday, June 6th, 2023

We’re entering the season where practically everyone is calling for air conditioning service in Stockton, CA. Or people are at least looking it up online and evaluating how much money it might cost. This is when the true breadth of the different AC services can come into view. From AC replacement to repair, it can seem daunting to know what service you need and when you might need it.

Luckily for you, we get the struggle. We’re going to talk about the different air conditioning services you can sign up for (from a quick service call to a maintenance appointment) and give you an overview of each. And we’ll also talk about who might need which services.

So, buckle up and keep your phone handy. You might want to sign up for one of these great services once you learn a little bit about them.

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Is My Heating System Broken?

Monday, February 27th, 2023

This might sound like quite the no-brainer to a lot of our customers. A broken heating system is obvious because it will just stop working altogether, right? Well, not exactly.

Sometimes a broken heater will continue to work but it won’t work properly. Other times, a broken heater will work correctly in a few ways but incorrectly in others. This can eventually lead to a breakdown, but by then it’s too late. Detecting when your system is malfunctioning is something that should be done early on, and if you’re in the business of limiting expenses, then you’ll want to read this blog.

We’re going to discuss why heater repair in Stockton, CA might not be as easy to detect as most people realize. Then we’ll discuss where your heating system fits into all of this. Hopefully by the end of this blog you’ll know what a malfunctioning heating system looks and sounds like.

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What to Do When You’re Without Water

Monday, February 13th, 2023

Did you wake up to find out the hard way that your home has a plumbing problem? Perhaps there’s a major leak that needs to be fixed, or an issue in the main water line outside of your home. Either way, as you sit there wishing you had clean water for that first cup of coffee, it’s never a good situation to be in. We understand, which is why we’re going to try and help.

When dealing with a big leak, sometimes the best thing to do can be to shut off your home’s access to water. This will alleviate any further damage and buy you time for a professional to arrive. But what do you do from that point on? There’s no rulebook on plumbing repair in Stockton, CA, especially from a homeowner’s standpoint, so what are you supposed to do?

Well, here are a few tips on how to do some necessary things when you’re without water.

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Furnace vs Heat Pump: Which Should You Choose?

Monday, December 5th, 2022
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What could be better than a warm house in the middle of a frigid winter. And when it comes to heating, you have two options: heat pump vs. furnace. While both help you heat your home, they do so in different ways.

A while ago, it was an easy decision, depending on your area’s climate. If your area experienced mild winters, a heat pump was the right choice. On the other hand, a furnace was a better choice for those living in colder areas. With many heat pumps now suitable for temperatures well below freezing, you now have to consider more to determine which option you should go for.

Before you start looking for a Stockton, CA HVAC contractor for help, read this post to find out the best option for your heating needs.

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“How Often Should I Change My HVAC Air Filter?”

Monday, April 11th, 2022
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There is a common misconception about the air filter that comes standard with your air conditioning and heating systems–that it is in place to protect your indoor air quality. It certainly doesn’t hurt your indoor air quality, but its purpose is actually to protect the HVAC systems themselves from dirt, dust, and other debris that can get inside and harm their sensitive components, causing friction, overheating, and airflow resistance.

That said, it’s important that you change the air filter on a regular basis, but how regular? A general rule of thumb is every 1-3 months, depending on the type of filter and the level of contaminants or particles in your home. We’ll elaborate more on this below, as well as just why it is so important to change that filter on a routine basis.

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Why Are Slab Leaks So Ominous?

Monday, January 17th, 2022
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The reason slab leaks are considered to be pretty ominous in the plumbing world is because they are not immediately obvious. Water doesn’t come bursting out of the ground the moment the leak starts, and it may not even cause a significant difference in your water pressure right away.

You might be thinking at this point, “Wow, sounds pretty minor then!” Unfortunately, it’s anything but. Read on to learn more, and what to do about it.

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How to Protect Your Kitchen Sink This Holiday Season

Monday, November 8th, 2021
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Before you swipe all those eggshells or potato skins off your cutting board and into your kitchen sink, assuming that your garbage disposal will take care of it, we encourage you to read this blog post!

Although the garbage disposal system in your kitchen sink is really convenient and easy to use, it does have its limitations, which are often found during the holidays. In fact, the holiday season is the busiest time of year for us plumbers! We get more plumbing repair calls–specifically, clogged drain repair or garbage disposal repair calls–in November and December than any other time of the year.

Before you start prepping for that holiday meal, let’s uncover some different kinds of prep work that doesn’t get enough attention–learning what should not go down your kitchen sink this holiday season.

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