Expert Tips

What Is a Zoned Heating System? A zoned heating system or zoned cooling system splits the home and the duct system up into multiple smaller areas or zones. Each zone is controlled by its own thermostat and an automatic damper in the ductwork that opens as needed to allow air to flow to the zone … [Read More]

How Do Zone Control Systems Work? To create a zone control system, our experts will place dampers in the ductwork that distributes hot or cold air throughout your Prescott home. Each zone you create is equipped with a thermostat that connects to a central control panel. When you adjust the thermostats in each zone, the … [Read More]

Time Has Passed Perhaps one of the biggest factors in deciding it’s time to replace your furnace is its age. The average life span of a furnace is 15 to 20 years, but this can vary greatly depending on how well you have maintained your system. However, if your furnace is more than a decade … [Read More]

1. Invest in Annual Preventative Maintenance One of the most important things you can do to protect your water heater is to schedule an annual inspection. Water heaters can last for years, but this is only true if they are repaired properly. In general, you should schedule a routine maintenance check at least once a … [Read More]

1. Find and Fix Leaks Leaks in your plumbing, however small, can lead to substantial water wastage over time. Unfortunately, the average homeowner may not be keen enough to notice the symptoms of a leak. Regular check-ups and maintenance on your plumbing system will help you catch these leaks in time and fix them to … [Read More]

What Is Hard Water? Hard water occurs when water has a lot of minerals in it, like magnesium and calcium. It happens when water seeps through limestone, chalk, or gypsum deposits, accumulating these minerals in the process. The dissolved minerals pass through your home’s pipes to form scale, deteriorating your fixtures, appliances, and pipes. How … [Read More]