While San Diego air conditioner use peaks during summer months, the best time to consider performing regular maintenance on a system is during the spring before the warm weather hits, when the unit is not in operation. For most San Diego air conditioner service providers, this is the preferred time to conduct annual preventive maintenance services and the best time for customers to ensure their systems are ready when warm weather comes.
Studies have indicated that nearly 90 percent of all HVAC equipment failures result from Heat wave neglect. During times of heavy use, San Diego air conditioner equipment will be using up coolant and lubricant, belts will be wearing, moving parts may begin to loosen, filters will begin to clog, and air ducts to accumulate dust, dirt and debris. Left unchecked, these minor problems can eventually result in the need for costly repairs or even necessitate replacement of broken equipment.
Like an automobile where oil changes, tire rotations and replacement as well as tune-ups ensure safe and efficient operation, air conditioning systems require the same kind of regular maintenance routines. The easiest way to ensure that this regular maintenance occurs is to become enrolled in an annual maintenance program with Bill Howe Heating & Air, a qualified air conditioner San Diego service provider.
To lessen the likelihood of mechanical breakdown or inefficient operation during times when you need your air conditioner to be running optimally, the off-season is the best time to schedule a technician to:
• Check electrical systems and test run the unit
• Check refrigerant
• Clean or replace filters and clean condenser and evaporator
• Check thermostat operation
• Check ductwork for leaks
• Check belts and tighten any loose parts
All in all, good maintenance saves money by improving efficiency and averting costly breakdowns. To schedule an appointment for service on your air conditioner, San Diego residents please contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) or visit our website. Our tune-ups are only $85!
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Monday, March 26, 2012
Fact Or Fiction: Every Plumber Knows Exactly What to Do & How to Do It
Fiction. When you need a San Diego plumber, you need someone knowledgeable in the specific area of your plumbing issue, not a plumber who tries to do it all. At Bill Howe, our plumbers are all experts, most of which have been in the field for at least 10 years longer. The difference between our plumbers and those employed at other companies is that each of our plumbers has a very specific area of focus within the plumbing industry. For example, rather than sending out a plumber who knows a little about every area of the field, Bill Howe Plumbing will send out a plumber who specializes in the particular plumbing issue you’re experiencing. So when a customer needs a slab leak located and repaired, we’ll send a technician who locates and repairs slab leaks five or more times a week. At Bill Howe Plumbing, we maintain this philosophy throughout every area so that our customers can be confident that they have the best person for their job.
Like most service industries, there are many different specializations that a plumber can have. To ensure that you receive the best quality work, make sure that your technician is an expert in the problem that you’re having at your home or business. You can do this by letting the customer service representative know that you want a plumber that specializes in water heaters (or whatever your problem is). Their response should be that it’s not a problem and they’ll be sending you a water heater technician. If the representative’s response is that their plumbers specialize in everything, it should be considered a red flag.
Our plumbing company was started in 1980 when Bill Howe set out to offer San Diego businesses and residents a plumber that provides high quality and ethical work at a low price. Since 1980, our company has grown as we added heating and air conditioning services to meet the needs of our customers in and around San Diego. We also provide professional services in water and mold mitigation, and reconstruction so we can help customers who have experienced a flood in their home or business.
With Bill Howe Plumbing our technicians are specialized in particular areas of the industry so you know that you are going to get the best services available from a San Diego plumber. To schedule an appointment or receive a free estimate, please contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) or visit our website here.
Like most service industries, there are many different specializations that a plumber can have. To ensure that you receive the best quality work, make sure that your technician is an expert in the problem that you’re having at your home or business. You can do this by letting the customer service representative know that you want a plumber that specializes in water heaters (or whatever your problem is). Their response should be that it’s not a problem and they’ll be sending you a water heater technician. If the representative’s response is that their plumbers specialize in everything, it should be considered a red flag.
Our plumbing company was started in 1980 when Bill Howe set out to offer San Diego businesses and residents a plumber that provides high quality and ethical work at a low price. Since 1980, our company has grown as we added heating and air conditioning services to meet the needs of our customers in and around San Diego. We also provide professional services in water and mold mitigation, and reconstruction so we can help customers who have experienced a flood in their home or business.
With Bill Howe Plumbing our technicians are specialized in particular areas of the industry so you know that you are going to get the best services available from a San Diego plumber. To schedule an appointment or receive a free estimate, please contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) or visit our website here.
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Fact or Fiction? Putting Lemons in Your Disposal to Help it Smell Fresh is a Good Idea
At Bill Howe, we know that no one enjoys the odor of rotting food rising from their garbage disposal. Many websites offer natural solutions for getting rid of garbage disposal odor, including the idea of grinding up lemons in the disposal. However, experienced San Diego plumbers like us know that this home remedy could have unexpected consequences.
A garbage disposal may chop a lemon peel into very small pieces. However, an experienced San Diego plumber will tell you that those pieces will eventually end up in your kitchen drain line, causing it to clog and back up. Putting lemon juice in the disposal for deodorizing is a better solution. However, use this method sparingly as the citric acid may eventually corrode your disposal’s metal parts.
The only way to prevent clogged and smelly garbage disposals is to use the disposal sparingly (put a little in at a time) and rise the disposal well after each use. In fact, our San Diego plumbers recommend running hot water with a small amount of bleach to thoroughly clean the disposal. Unfortunately, if your drain is already clogged, then no amount of hot water or bleach will eliminate the smell. If your garbage disposal is clogged, then it’s time to give Bill Howe Plumbing a call.
An experienced San Diego plumber from Bill Howe will come to your home and offer a free estimate to remove the clog. Once the location of the stoppage is determined, the technician can resolve the issue immediately. If the job is more complicated, like having roots or a broken line, or if you would prefer a formal estimate, then we are happy to write an estimate for you.
To schedule an appointment or receive a free estimate, please contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) or visit our website at www.billhowe.com.
A garbage disposal may chop a lemon peel into very small pieces. However, an experienced San Diego plumber will tell you that those pieces will eventually end up in your kitchen drain line, causing it to clog and back up. Putting lemon juice in the disposal for deodorizing is a better solution. However, use this method sparingly as the citric acid may eventually corrode your disposal’s metal parts.
The only way to prevent clogged and smelly garbage disposals is to use the disposal sparingly (put a little in at a time) and rise the disposal well after each use. In fact, our San Diego plumbers recommend running hot water with a small amount of bleach to thoroughly clean the disposal. Unfortunately, if your drain is already clogged, then no amount of hot water or bleach will eliminate the smell. If your garbage disposal is clogged, then it’s time to give Bill Howe Plumbing a call.
An experienced San Diego plumber from Bill Howe will come to your home and offer a free estimate to remove the clog. Once the location of the stoppage is determined, the technician can resolve the issue immediately. If the job is more complicated, like having roots or a broken line, or if you would prefer a formal estimate, then we are happy to write an estimate for you.
To schedule an appointment or receive a free estimate, please contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) or visit our website at www.billhowe.com.
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Things To Consider When Choosing A Plumber
Many times we are asked how to choose a good plumber and one of the first things we advise is to find a reliable San Diego plumbing company before flooded bathrooms and other plumbing emergencies occur. When you’re faced with an emergency situation and you’ve never had to call a plumber before, you might not have the time to research the best and most qualified plumber in town and you might call out the wrong company. It’s best to do research for contractors such as a plumber, heating and air conditioning, and restoration and flood services company before you have an emergency. Lucky for you, we do it all!
A good way to find reputable San Diego plumbers is by researching customer reviews online and reading what they have had to say about their experience with a company. It’s natural for mistakes to happen, so it’s not necessarily a bad thing for a company to have bad online reviews (as long as it’s not too many negative reviews). What you should judge the company by is how they handle those reviews. Did they respond to the customer to rectify the situation, did they respond to explain what happened in that particular situation. You want to put your trust in a company that will back up their work if anything goes wrong and not fight with you about what happened. The best way to know if you can trust a San Diego plumber is how they handle their online reputation.
Another factor when choosing a quality plumbing company is receiving a price for the work before the job begins. If possible, try to get a quote over the phone, or at least get the hourly rate. Keep in mind that all phone quotes will likely change since every job is different and it’s best to get an onsite estimate. However, you should check with the company first to see if there is a “trip charge” or any fee to send the technician out or a fee to provide the estimate. At Bill Howe Plumbing, we provide free onsite estimates as long as the job can be visually assessed and it is scheduled during regular hours. We don’t charge any “trip charge” so you can rest assured that if you’re shopping around to compare prices, you won’t have to use up have your budget.
Other tip to consider while choosing a San Diego plumber is to check awards received by both the industry and the community. There are many awards that plumbing companies can receive that show their commitment to their customers and to their community. Plus, when a company is consistently giving back to the community, you know that they are here to stay and that you’ll have a plumber that can back up their work for years to come.
Bill Howe’s numerous awards include the Better Business Bureau’s 2011 Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics Finalist, National Contractor of the Year 2011 Award by the PHCC and Delta Faucet Co., San Diego Business Journal’s Most Admired CEO Award awarded to Bill Howe in 2011, “Best Places to Work Award Finalist by the San Diego Business Journal 2010 and 2011. Other awards include the San Diego Business Journal’s 2010 Family-Owned and Closely Held Business Award and the 2010Women Who Mean Business Award awarded to Tina Howe. The San Diego Rotary Club 33 also honored Bill Howe with the 2011 Heilbron Award for the company’s “pay-it-forward” spirit.
To schedule an appointment or receive a free estimate, please contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) or visit us on our website at www.billhowe.com.
A good way to find reputable San Diego plumbers is by researching customer reviews online and reading what they have had to say about their experience with a company. It’s natural for mistakes to happen, so it’s not necessarily a bad thing for a company to have bad online reviews (as long as it’s not too many negative reviews). What you should judge the company by is how they handle those reviews. Did they respond to the customer to rectify the situation, did they respond to explain what happened in that particular situation. You want to put your trust in a company that will back up their work if anything goes wrong and not fight with you about what happened. The best way to know if you can trust a San Diego plumber is how they handle their online reputation.
Another factor when choosing a quality plumbing company is receiving a price for the work before the job begins. If possible, try to get a quote over the phone, or at least get the hourly rate. Keep in mind that all phone quotes will likely change since every job is different and it’s best to get an onsite estimate. However, you should check with the company first to see if there is a “trip charge” or any fee to send the technician out or a fee to provide the estimate. At Bill Howe Plumbing, we provide free onsite estimates as long as the job can be visually assessed and it is scheduled during regular hours. We don’t charge any “trip charge” so you can rest assured that if you’re shopping around to compare prices, you won’t have to use up have your budget.
Other tip to consider while choosing a San Diego plumber is to check awards received by both the industry and the community. There are many awards that plumbing companies can receive that show their commitment to their customers and to their community. Plus, when a company is consistently giving back to the community, you know that they are here to stay and that you’ll have a plumber that can back up their work for years to come.
Bill Howe’s numerous awards include the Better Business Bureau’s 2011 Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics Finalist, National Contractor of the Year 2011 Award by the PHCC and Delta Faucet Co., San Diego Business Journal’s Most Admired CEO Award awarded to Bill Howe in 2011, “Best Places to Work Award Finalist by the San Diego Business Journal 2010 and 2011. Other awards include the San Diego Business Journal’s 2010 Family-Owned and Closely Held Business Award and the 2010Women Who Mean Business Award awarded to Tina Howe. The San Diego Rotary Club 33 also honored Bill Howe with the 2011 Heilbron Award for the company’s “pay-it-forward” spirit.
To schedule an appointment or receive a free estimate, please contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) or visit us on our website at www.billhowe.com.
Friday, January 13, 2012
Benefits of Auto Programmable Thermostats
At Bill Howe Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., we strongly recommend that every home or business replace their current thermostat with an auto programmable thermostat, which will ensure both efficiency and convenience. Once you program the thermostat once, it is good to go so that you don’t have to worry about adjusting your thermostat when you’re away from home. Plus, with a good thermostat, you can save energy, cut down on your electric bill and even be notified when you need maintenance.
With an auto programmable thermostat, you will never have to remember to turn your system on or off because you can program it to come on at different times during the day. This is the easiest way to deal with your AC unit so that you aren’t wasting both your time and electricity. After all, it takes a lot more energy to go from 55 degrees to 72 degrees than it does to go from 65 degrees to 72 degrees. Some systems will even tell you when you need to call for maintenance, which we would be happy to assist with.
According to California Code, the programmable thermostats are now required on any new installations or replacements. The reason for this is because of the mercury found in older thermostats which can do great harm to the human nervous system. Also, there is a significant danger in just throwing away old thermostats and that’s why Bill Howe Heating & Air, Inc. has teamed up with Thermostat Recycling Corporation (TRC) to properly dispose of older thermostats.
At Bill Howe Heating & Air Conditioning, one of our highly trained, expert technicians can upgrade your system quickly and affordably. Additionally, we can help with the programming of your thermostat so you’re always comfortable, while lowering your electric bill all at the same time. Experience all the benefits of an auto programmable thermostat, and let us help!
To schedule an appointment with one of our expert technicians, please visit us at www.billhowe.com or contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469).
With an auto programmable thermostat, you will never have to remember to turn your system on or off because you can program it to come on at different times during the day. This is the easiest way to deal with your AC unit so that you aren’t wasting both your time and electricity. After all, it takes a lot more energy to go from 55 degrees to 72 degrees than it does to go from 65 degrees to 72 degrees. Some systems will even tell you when you need to call for maintenance, which we would be happy to assist with.
According to California Code, the programmable thermostats are now required on any new installations or replacements. The reason for this is because of the mercury found in older thermostats which can do great harm to the human nervous system. Also, there is a significant danger in just throwing away old thermostats and that’s why Bill Howe Heating & Air, Inc. has teamed up with Thermostat Recycling Corporation (TRC) to properly dispose of older thermostats.
At Bill Howe Heating & Air Conditioning, one of our highly trained, expert technicians can upgrade your system quickly and affordably. Additionally, we can help with the programming of your thermostat so you’re always comfortable, while lowering your electric bill all at the same time. Experience all the benefits of an auto programmable thermostat, and let us help!
To schedule an appointment with one of our expert technicians, please visit us at www.billhowe.com or contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469).
Monday, January 9, 2012
"Howe” to Adjust the Temperature in Your Home When You’re Miles Away
Whether you’re on holiday and realized that you didn’t set your home’s thermostat to vacation mode, or you’re at the office and you’re having unexpected guests over and need the house cooled down or warmed up earlier than usual – you can do it all with a touch of your smart phone, tablet or PC.
Controlling you the temperature of your home is easier than ever before with new technology innovations. For example, Honeywell’s RedLINK™ Wireless Comfort Systems offer a full-suite of wireless-enabled comfort services. Features include remote access from a PC, smart phone or tablet, free app download, access to multiple systems and zones within your home, email alerts when the temperature or humidity limits are surpassed, and automatic upgrades. Honeywell also offers the Portable Comfort Control system, a portable thermostat so that you can adjust the temperature in your home where it’s most convenient for you, while also giving you all the information you need, like outdoor temperature and humidity, to help you make smart energy-related decisions.
Even if you have a very basic HVAC system, there are thermostats and other features that can be installed to give you what you want. You can then control the temperature, adjust settings and view what the temperature is in your house with just the click of a button and without even being there. You can even program your phone or tablet to give you alerts and warnings when something’s wrong with your system or when your system is due for a routine check-up.
Bill Howe can introduce you to all of the new systems that are available so that you can be as tech savvy as you’d like! We can show you the latest trends in technology, including mobile apps and wireless products so that you can be on the cutting edge of technology and make smart energy decisions for your home.
To schedule an appointment with one of our expert technicians, please visit our website at www.billhowe.com or contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469).
Controlling you the temperature of your home is easier than ever before with new technology innovations. For example, Honeywell’s RedLINK™ Wireless Comfort Systems offer a full-suite of wireless-enabled comfort services. Features include remote access from a PC, smart phone or tablet, free app download, access to multiple systems and zones within your home, email alerts when the temperature or humidity limits are surpassed, and automatic upgrades. Honeywell also offers the Portable Comfort Control system, a portable thermostat so that you can adjust the temperature in your home where it’s most convenient for you, while also giving you all the information you need, like outdoor temperature and humidity, to help you make smart energy-related decisions.
Even if you have a very basic HVAC system, there are thermostats and other features that can be installed to give you what you want. You can then control the temperature, adjust settings and view what the temperature is in your house with just the click of a button and without even being there. You can even program your phone or tablet to give you alerts and warnings when something’s wrong with your system or when your system is due for a routine check-up.
Bill Howe can introduce you to all of the new systems that are available so that you can be as tech savvy as you’d like! We can show you the latest trends in technology, including mobile apps and wireless products so that you can be on the cutting edge of technology and make smart energy decisions for your home.
To schedule an appointment with one of our expert technicians, please visit our website at www.billhowe.com or contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469).
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Kitchen Drains and the Holidays
As we all know, our kitchen drains definitely take a beating during the holiday season. Between all the cooking and bustle of family and friends, it’s not difficult to get some unwanted things down the drain such as coffee grounds, grease or leftovers which can lead to a major problem and bring a halt to holiday dinner preparations or clean up. Thankfully, we can help!
After decades of experience bringing expert drain repair services to the San Diego area, we’ve seen a lot of holidays and a lot of drain problems. One of the best things you can do to ensure you aren’t on our list of stops during the holiday season is to take good preventive measure especially if you already know the drain is something of a problem or has been running slowly. Hydro jetting is a service we recommend because it is one of the most effective methods of getting your drains operating at peak speed. It’s fast and safe for the environment. Using a very high water pressure, our drain technicians flush out your drains and sewer lines. Hydro jetting removes roots, grease, sand and other debris in the drain.
From drain snaking to inspections by sewer camera and sewer lining, our plumbing team offers a complete range of repair and drain cleaning services. At Bill Howe, we also offer a preventative maintenance program to stop problems before they happen. Select from a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual inspection schedule and we’ll do the rest.
To schedule an appointment with one of our expert plumbers or receive a free estimate to ensure your drains run clear this holiday, please contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) or visit us online at www.billhowe.com.
After decades of experience bringing expert drain repair services to the San Diego area, we’ve seen a lot of holidays and a lot of drain problems. One of the best things you can do to ensure you aren’t on our list of stops during the holiday season is to take good preventive measure especially if you already know the drain is something of a problem or has been running slowly. Hydro jetting is a service we recommend because it is one of the most effective methods of getting your drains operating at peak speed. It’s fast and safe for the environment. Using a very high water pressure, our drain technicians flush out your drains and sewer lines. Hydro jetting removes roots, grease, sand and other debris in the drain.
From drain snaking to inspections by sewer camera and sewer lining, our plumbing team offers a complete range of repair and drain cleaning services. At Bill Howe, we also offer a preventative maintenance program to stop problems before they happen. Select from a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual inspection schedule and we’ll do the rest.
To schedule an appointment with one of our expert plumbers or receive a free estimate to ensure your drains run clear this holiday, please contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) or visit us online at www.billhowe.com.
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