Hutchins Plumbing & Air Conditioning Blog

Let’s Prepare Your Drains for the Holidays

November 15th, 2021

What an exciting time of year! Sometimes it can feel good to take a step back and be grateful for all the friends and family in your life. The holiday season is a great period of time to relish in the love and joy that we all spend together. Whether you’re a big gift giver or the person spending countless hours in the kitchen, we appreciate you and are grateful for your support!

Now, one thing that can really dampen the feelings of this season is a clog in the drain. Drain clogs are a timeless buzzkill, easily popping up at inconvenient times and usually when the whole family has arrived for a big dinner.

Let’s discuss some preventative ways to prepare your drain for clogs and also to remove them before they impact our life. Sound like a good idea? Great, let’s get started.

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You Don’t Want to Hear This Noise Coming From Your Furnace

November 1st, 2021

Imagine this—you’re sleeping soundly one night after a delicious Thanksgiving meal, or after celebrating the holidays with the extended family, and you’re suddenly woken up by a strange noise. You’re awake enough to tell that this noise is coming from your furnace, but the intensity and nuisance of this noise signals to you that there’s something seriously wrong.

If you’re reading this, then the good news is you’ve made it far enough to do something about it. Noises that come from your furnace almost always signal that you need furnace repair in Plano, TX, but a few noises are worse than others.

Today, we’re going to focus on one noise, in particular, that seems to be a common occurrence in older gas furnaces—the booming noise. If your furnace sounds like it’s exploding on a semiregular basis with booming noises, then we’re going to tell you why this can be a nightmare if left alone.

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3 Common Furnace Problems in Frisco

October 18th, 2021

In the next few months here in Frisco, temperatures are going to drop. Especially during the nighttime, we’re going to see a pretty heavy need for our heaters to work as intended. It shocked the country to hear about the ice storm earlier this year and we can only prepare for more record-breaking temperatures and weather events to occur. That’s why it’s important we address the elephant in the room—your heater.

Furnaces are the most common heating systems in Frisco. However, they often can suffer from problems of neglect, a clogged air filter, or even a problem with dirt and grime building up on the burner. We’d like to address some great reasons to call us for heating repair in Frisco, TX.

If you’re dealing with one of these common furnace problems, then we promise we can help.

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Is Your Plumbing System Leaking?

October 4th, 2021

There are a lot of homeowners out there who might laugh at the title of this blog post. They think, how can someone be unsure that their plumbing system is leaking? Isn’t it obvious?

While we’d like to think most plumbing leaks are exactly like the ones we see on TV and in cartoons growing up. It’s easy to recognize water gushing from a big gaping hole in your pipes. However, the truth is that most plumbing leaks aren’t like this. It’s entirely plausible that you’ve got a plumbing leak occurring right under your nose, and it’s wasting precious water and money.

Are you 100% sure that you don’t have a small leak in your plumbing system? A plumber in Plano, TX can help you figure that out. The goal of this blog post is to give you some tools to help find and locate any leaks in your home’s plumbing.

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3 Good Ideas for Electrical Work

September 20th, 2021

Let’s face it, you’re not really interested in all of the risks that come with DIY electrical work. From the safety hazards, to the risk of breaking your home’s electrical grid and appliances, it’s just never worth it. But we understand the sentiment that homeowners want to be involved in their home’s energy system, and if you’re open to learn then we’re here to teach!

It’s actually very important that you stay at least somewhat involved in the inner-workings of your home’s electrical system. While you shouldn’t do the repair work yourself, you should at least know some basic terminology and ways to improve your energy grid from a financial and homeowner’s perspective.

So, make sure you contact an electrician in Allen, TX, then continue reading this blog post for some info on how you can stay involved in the process of home electrical repair.

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Drain Cleaning Chemicals DON’T Work

September 6th, 2021

We wanted to be absolutely clear with the title of this blog. The whole world could be divided into two groups of people—those who think chemicals can be used to clean a drain, and those who stay as far away from those kinds of chemicals as possible. And we’re firmly in the second group.

We’d like to highlight a few things that homeowners might not know about these chemicals and what they do. This will range from their ineffectiveness to just how toxic they can be for the ecosystem and your property. Take it from us, your local plumbers in Carrollton, TX, since we see the inside of your pipes after you use those chemicals. We know what they do, we know what they’re made of, and trust us, it’s not pretty!

Thankfully, it’s pretty easy to stay away from chemical drain cleaners. Just call us to have your drain cleaned properly!

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3 Trends in the Energy Industry

August 23rd, 2021

The energy industry is constantly changing. With new technology, new industry standards, and new safety procedures, the price for home electrical work has steadily increased. However, this comes with a few industry trends that we’d like to talk to you about. After all, if you know what’s going on under the hood of the energy industry, then you might be able to plan for the future. Especially for new homeowners and parents with kids, the more you know about the future of electrical work, the more you’ll be able to save on costs down the line.

As your local electricians in Carrollton, TX, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to tell you about the trends that this industry is taking. Everything from energy demands to new energy procedures will be covered, which is how we’ll hopefully guide you towards making the best financial decision for your family.

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When Is It a Good Idea to Replace an Air Conditioner?

August 9th, 2021

This is an interesting question because everyone will tell you a different answer. Your neighbors and friends might tell you never, your kids might tell you right now, and we might give you a more nuanced answer. The bottom line is that you should feel comfortable and good about the decision you’re about to make.

Try not to be stressed out about air conditioning installation in Plano, TX. This should be an exciting opportunity to make some upgrades to your home that could improve your life. A new, high-efficiency air conditioner could be the perfect way to reduce your carbon footprint, lower your energy bill, and make your home feel more comfortable even with record-breaking temperatures.

But first, let’s talk about when the perfect moment might be to consider replacing your air conditioner. Call our team too if you think you’re ready to take the next step!

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3 Ways You Might Be Neglecting Your Plumbing

July 26th, 2021

We understand that your home’s plumbing system might not be the most exciting topic of conversation. Especially if you’ve got many hobbies, family members, and events that can hold your attention, it becomes easy for our plumbing appliances to sink further and further into the background.

For those homeowners who really don’t have the time or interest in thinking about their plumbing, we recommend you sign up for routine maintenance and drain cleaning from professional plumbers on our team. We’re plumbers in Plano, TX who specialize in regular care so homeowners can focus on the important aspects of life.

However, if you’re interested in learning about a few ways you might be neglecting your plumbing system, then we urge you to keep reading. We want homeowners to be more informed about their plumbing appliances. No blog post can replace professional care, but this is a good start!

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Why Homeowners Are Scrambling for AC Services

July 12th, 2021

You might have noticed that the seasonal struggle for AC has been a little more hectic this year. The demand for HVAC systems, especially new installations, has shot up and the supply can’t keep up. Prices are increasing and homeowners are finding that they may need to pay double, or sometimes triple for a new air conditioner.

Do you know what this means? Air conditioning repair in McKinney, TX is more important now than it ever has been. Ensuring your air conditioner lasts just one more year could keep you from paying exorbitant prices for a new system. That’s why we’re taking this blog post to talk about how you can jump the line and get the best services for your system in a year where you really need them.

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