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Winterize The Plumbing and Heating In Your Home “Winterize the house” is probably not the first thing on your to-do list at the arrival of fall. After all, we’re still having warm days. Before you know it, those soothing fall breezes will turn into frozen, pipe-bursting winter temperatures. Now is the best time to get started on winterizing your home’s plumbing system . A big part of this is preventative maintenance, such as having your Water Heater , Furnace , or Heat Pump serviced and repairing any existing plumbing issues. Farmers’ Almanac Advises to Winterize The venerable Farmers’ Almanac offers sobering projections for this winter . The Farmer’s Almanac uses a time-tested, long-range formula and correctly predicted a frozen winter for the South West in the winter of 2020/2021 . For the winter of 2021/2022, it predicts that Texas will have a very similar winter to last year,...

Staying Cool in the Hot Texas Sun We’re here to repair and service Dallas-Fort Worth’s AC units 24/7, but should your home lose power we have some tips for keeping your home cool and your family comfortable in the summer heat. Cooling down your home if your AC is Not Working: Create a cross breeze in your home by opening two or more windows or doors to your home. Doing this is more effective than simply opening one window. Place a fan close to an open window facing outward. This will direct warm air from inside the room outside and result in cooler temperatures than simply blowing a fan inside. Use blackout curtains. This will result in a darker room, but sheer curtains allow for more light and heat to enter the room. Cooling down your body: Wet a bandana and tie it around your forehead and/or place a wet rag on the back of your neck. This is an effective way to lower your body temperat...

Freezing Weather in the Metroplex? Texans aren't exactly used to these freezing cold temperatures, and by the looks of the forecast, the cold weather isn't going away anytime soon. Here are some tips on how you can protect your home. Preventative tips: Disconnect your water hoses. Seal openings where cold air can reach unprotected water pipes, like outside faucets. Cold winds can speed up the freezing process. Cover exposed pipes with foam or fiberglass insulation sleeves. Leave cabinet doors open under kitchen sinks and bathroom faucets to allow warmer air to circulate around pipes. Do you suspect your pipes are frozen? Turn on the faucet. If there is only a drip or trickle, or no water flowing at all, the pipes may be frozen. Check your water supply lines. Look for very cold spots and see if you notice any breaks. If you find that your pipes are frozen, here’s what to do next: Wrap the pipe in a hea...

Plumbing repairs can be very costly. Truth is, wear and tear on your fixtures is inevitable and could occur anytime. Your sink might get clogged up in the wee hours of the morning and there is no one you can call for help. As much as we want to deal with the problem without having to hire the services of a professorial, the most practical way to address the issue is to ask for help. While you can always hire the services of a professional plumber, there are a few plumbing tips you can employ at home in order to avoid costly repairs. A little problem that is left untreated can actually turn into a nightmare. If you see a leak on your service pipe, take necessary actions to have it fixed. Remember that no matter how small the problem is, it needs to be taken care of right away. Small repairs such as changing the washer or cartridge don't require the expertise of a plumber. You can actually do it yourself without having to call for help. But if you feel that you can't handle the p...