Blog for Plumbing, Heating, and Air in San Diego County

Albert Einstein was named an honorary member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union after saying publicly that he would become a plumber if he had to do it all over again. The world’s most famous plumbers are probably video game superstars Mario and Luigi, of Nintendo’s Super Mario Brothers series. Copper piping, which is the […]

Do you want to add an additional toilet in our house? How to install a toilet is not as big a question as you might think it is. It requires moderate skills, but you must install the piping to code. Failure to do this could lead to serious health problems. Many cities and villages allow […]

What could contribute to a high water bill besides leaking faucets and/or pipes? A lot of leaks in residential plumbing systems are found in the toilet tank. Toilet tank leaks typically result from worn parts or improper alignment of some part of the flushing mechanism. It is very important to stop the leak. Stop the […]

For most homeowners, a home repair list should include making sure the home stays warm as the weather gets colder. This may mean inspecting or replacing your current heater or central heating system, or even possibly installing a new heater to replace your old one. In any case, our heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) […]

15 Easy DIY Toilet Fixes Toilets need regular maintenance. They are probably one of the most frequently used mechanical objects found in the residential home. They rank right up there with the refrigerator door hinges, kitchen faucet and television channel control knob with respect to number of uses each day. If your toilet is making […]

No one wants to have their house equipment broken. But it might happen if your electricity goes off or your water system stops working properly due to a broken or improper installation. You then realize it will take a whole day to wait for your electricians or plumbers to come. So, what should you do? […]

Careful planning is the key to a successful bathroom remodeling project Before you begin any work in the bathroom, create a budget, a floor plan, a list of supplies, a timetable, and important legal considerations. Let’s break it down by subject. 1. Create a budget Determine how much money you can comfortably spend, and save […]

There are two elements to your heating system that need to work in tandem to deliver warm air in an efficient manner. The first is the furnace, and you’re aware of the need to change the filters and perform any other routine maintenance that the manufacturer recommends. The other half of the system — unseen […]

This winter is coming fast, faster then you or your house may be ready. Besides the fear of the rising oil prices, you shouldn’t have to worry about your furnace or heater not working properly. Having a heating system service done now will ensure that the heat will come on when it is finally needed. […]

Hot Water Safety Even though a water temperature of 110° F is ‘relatively-safe’, exposure can be painful; the human pain threshold is around 106-108° F. As the chart reproduced below reveals, the severity of a burn is a function of the temperature of the water and the duration of the exposure and the condition of […]

If you are looking to buy a new home air purifier, check our tips that will help you make an informed decision. Air Purifiers Air purifiers have become an essential component in many households today. Home air purifiers filter out allergy-provoking substances, such as dust mites, chemical and organic odors, pet dander and plant pollen. […]

Why Choose a Gas Water Heater Choosing a gas water heater is perhaps the wisest choice when installing or replacing a hot water heater in your home because they are much more economical than their electric counterparts. In fact, most gas water heaters operate on less than half of the cost associated with conventional electric […]