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from Nichols & Phipps and the Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical industry.
Due to their efficiency gas-fired heating equipment are still very popular, electric appliances are often cheaper on the front end but are more expensive to run. Two things all gas-fired heating equipment has in common: a heat exchanger and a flue. Some are negative pressure, some are static, some are gravity fed, but one thing…
DIY plumbing repair. Should you do it yourself or should you hire a professional? Here are 5 major plumbing tasks that require an experienced plumber and should never be performed as a DIY plumbing repair. 1. Working with Gas Gas is inherently dangerous. It isn’t healthy to breathe, and a simple spark can cause a…
Common Questions about HVAC Brands What is the difference between brands and why does the price vary so much? How do I decide which is the best HVAC system for my home? How can I compare systems, brands, and prices to make a smart purchase? A lot of people ask these questions because there are…
The major systems that run your home (specifically the electrical, plumbing and HVAC), as well as the components that comprise these systems, are not usually at the forefront of your thoughts. However, there will come a time that you face a major plumbing leak, or your air conditioning doesn't cool down or some other issue…
Your plumber may have mentioned that “re-piping” your home would be a good idea or perhaps you're worried about the quality of the pipes yourself. Are you asking yourself “Is re-piping my home really necessary?” Possibly. If you have an older home, it could be that your pipes have come to the end of their…
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