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

Holiday Plumbing Tips for the Family

Monday, November 20th, 2023
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It’s finally that holiday season when the warm smell of pumpkin pie or a roast bird wafts through your home’s air. Our kitchens serve as a haven for our beautiful food and warm moments of joy with family and friends that we know and love. Isn’t that just the best?

But while you’re reminiscing on those wonderful moments, you might also be thinking about the disastrous ones. Like the time that your uncle decided to do the dishes and he started a clog. Or when your family stayed for the whole week and removed the mesh screen from your shower drain. Your plumbing system can handle the entire family using it, but it needs to be used the right way.

Here are some guidelines that can keep you and your family safe from a holiday disaster. Just remember that you can always call our team for a plumber in Turlock, CA if you need assistance!

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3 Ways to Save Money on AC

Monday, May 22nd, 2023

In our neck of the woods, the term “AC” can automatically make people think of spending a lot of money. The cool comfort of a functioning AC feels nice, but that good feeling is dramatically reduced when you think about the amount of money that the electricity is going to cost.

But that’s where we come in! As your friendly neighborhood HVAC provider, we know about some great ways to reduce the energy consumption of your air conditioner and change the perspective you might have on how much money it should cost. AC doesn’t have to be expensive, but having an energy-efficient air conditioner requires a few best practices that a homeowner needs to be involved in.

Remember, an extremely inefficient system requires air conditioning repair in Turlock, CA. So the more attention you pay now to your system and its efficiency, the better off you’ll be in the future.

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When to Choose Flexible Plumbing Lines

Monday, May 8th, 2023
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We’ve all seen flexible plumbing lines. They’re those cool looking pipes with an almost woven aesthetic to them. You can bend them into place and they don’t leak. No, it’s not magic, it’s twisted steel that forms together into a pipe that can be placed in any position!

However, flexible plumbing lines should not be used for everything. They’re a niche product and they have very specific uses that can make them handy in a pinch. But they’re not supposed to replace every pipe in your home, or you might end up in an over-engineered nightmare.

So, as your local team of expert plumbers, we’ll let you in on some of the industry pros and cons of using these kinds of pipes. They’re a handy tool for plumbing service in Turlock, CA, but they’re not a one-size fits all solution!

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It’s Probably Time to Call Us For AC Repair If…

Monday, October 24th, 2022
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It’s been nice to have some cooler days here and there in recent weeks. It’s a sign that fall really is upon us, and we hopefully have some nicer weather to look forward to. Of course, you know as well as we do that we can still have warm, and even hot, temperatures going into the next few months, unlike our friends and family on the east coast or the midwest!

And so, it’s important to be ready for anything. The best way to be prepared for warmer temperatures is to ensure that your air conditioner is well-maintained by a professional. Maintenance allows us to thoroughly inspect, clean, and adjust the components that need it, in order to ensure that your air conditioner works as efficiently and effectively as possible, for as long as possible.

Maintenance even helps reduce repair needs by as much as 85%! Of course, however, your system is still going to accumulate wear and tear. You will need to have repairs done every now and then. Read on as we uncover some of the signs that this is the case, and what those signs might mean.

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It’s Time to Call a Plumber When…

Monday, December 20th, 2021
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Chances are, you don’t think about your plumbing system a whole lot on a day-to-day basis. That’s okay, we wouldn’t really expect you to! However, it is important to note that if you don’t keep your pipes and drains in good shape, it can cause a number of problems for you in the long run.

When you call for professional plumbing services, you’re ensuring that your pipes keep water flowing for as long as possible. One of the most popular calls we get and popular services we provide is for drain cleaning. But how do you know when it’s time to call a plumber for this service? Read on to find out!

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Beware These Signs of a Leak

Monday, November 22nd, 2021
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At some point or another, you’ve probably seen a show or a movie that depicts a character discovering a leak when a heavy rainstorm hits or when they’re just about to get ready for a huge family gathering in their home. These types of scenes usually include a bunch of buckets of water being placed around the house or an aggressive amount of water coming from a central location.

These scenes are meant to be dramatic, of course. But the truth is, the signs that you actually have a plumbing leak in your home tend to be more subtle. In fact, gushing water is something that typically doesn’t happen unless you have a frozen pipe burst as it thaws, or unless you’ve had a growing problem for a while that’s already done a bit of damage.

Read on as we uncover some of the much subtler signs that you have a plumbing leak.

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Where’d the Heat From My Heat Pump Go?

Monday, February 3rd, 2020
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It has been quite chilly in Turlock, and the temperatures will remain quite low for several more weeks before spring arrives. However, you might be finding yourself feeling colder than you should despite your heat pump making sure that the indoor temperatures are warm and cozy – or maybe that is where the problem is.

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