Heating
The Major Cause of a “No-Heat” Furnace Problem
There is still a lot of winter weather to come, and being without heat in the winter is something you want to avoid. Did you know that up to 75%…
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Customer Service
The Advantage of a Service Contract in an Emergency Situation
As I write this, the outside temperature is 9 degrees. Our colder-than-usual winter has created a tremendous demand for emergency services as older furnaces breakdown due to the increased energy…
Plumbing
Mark Your Water Shutoff Valves to be Ready for Emergencies
In water emergencies, such as burst pipes, the first thing you should do is shut off the water. Does everyone in your house know where the water shutoff valves are…
Customer Service
Be Careful with Candles at New Year’s Eve Parties
New Year’s eve is a big party time, and at this time of year people often have candles burning to add to the festive atmosphere. Over the last 10 years,…
Customer Service
Christmas Tree Lights Can be a Hazard
Christmas trees are an important part of our holiday traditions. But they can also be a source of holiday disaster. Christmas tree fires are still common. The leading cause of…
Customer Service
Happy Holidays to All Our Customers & Employees
We hope you and your family have a joyous holiday this year. As you celebrate, entertain, and enjoy the season with family and friends, remember that we at Summers and…
Customer Service
Have a Safe Holiday Season
December is the start of the peak season for house fires. More house fires happen in December through February than other months of the year. Heating equipment is the leading…
HVAC
Keep Outside Vents Clear of Snow
The outside vents for your furnace are most often placed either on your roof or on the side of your home above the exposed foundation wall. Both places have the…
Plumbing
Planning a Bathroom Remodel? Call Your Plumber First
Bathroom remodels are one of the most popular home makeover projects. With the average cost of a remodel at $18,000, and many costs topping $35,000, it is easy to get…
Home Improvement
Trends in Bathroom Makeovers
In a recent survey conducted by the online decorating website, Houzz, readers chose the bathroom as the room in the house where they would most want to add another TV.…
Energy Efficiency
Windy Days Expose Your Energy Leaks
Windy winter days are when you really notice where your energy leaks are. If your curtains and blinds billow or your shutters rattle on windy days it’s a sure-sign that…
Heating
Heating Problems Could be from Your Thermostat
Now that winter weather has arrived, you’ll begin to notice if your furnace seems to be working overtime to maintain heat in your home. If your heat pump cycles on…