How to Reduce Home Dust with Your HVAC System
Dust in your home can cause allergies in humans and pets. The term “dust bunnies” may sound sweet, but when you can’t stop sneezing, your eyes are streaming, and your skin has developed a rash, it doesn’t feel sweet anymore. However, you can use your HVAC system as an anti-dust machine, lowering the amount of […]
Water Treatment Systems for Well Water Homes
Private water wells supply water to over 13 million U.S. households that are far removed from municipal water supplies (U.S. EPA). Unfortunately, water from private wells or cisterns is not regulated by the federal or state government and has a higher risk of waterborne contaminants. If you have a private well, you are responsible for […]
4 Electrical Problems To Look Out for During the Winter (And How To Handle Them)
Winter is a tricky time for home safety, especially with odd or unpredictable weather conditions. And sometimes, the weather causes problems that are simply unavoidable. Avoidable or not, some electrical problems are more common during the wintertime that the team at HELP Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drains want to bring to your attention and help […]
Fighting the Flu Virus With Humidity in Cincinnati, OH
When it comes to home comfort, heating and cooling are often the first things that come to homeowners’ minds. But there’s more to your comfort level than maintaining the ideal temperature. You also need to ensure your indoor environment isn’t a breeding ground for harmful airborne contaminants by managing your home’s air quality. That means […]
Fall Home Maintenance Can Prevent Costly Repairs
The best way to prevent plumbing, HVAC, and electric problems and make your home safer and more efficient is by scheduling professional heating, plumbing, and electrical maintenance in the fall, and air conditioning maintenance in the spring. Make sure your service provider cleans your system components and inspects the entire home. Committing to regular preventative […]
3 Frequent Causes of Furnace Fires
Furnace maintenance is a top priority for any wise homeowner. Getting your HVAC system serviced promotes better efficiency and ensures that your heating bills remain as low as possible. Also, basic furnace maintenance can improve the safety of your system by reducing the risk of fire. Unfortunately, few homeowners recognize all of the ways in […]
Dangers and Signs of Refrigerant Leaks
Heating and air conditioning are some of the most essential parts of the home, keeping you comfortable during the changing outdoor temperatures. The refrigerant is one of the most overlooked parts of your air conditioning system, even though refrigerant is one of the most imperative parts of an AC unit‘s function. This chemical blend is […]
Mold Spores, Your HVAC System, and Your Home
You may know someone whose home has been overrun by excessive mold growth after a flood or a burst pipe. This type of mold growth often requires professional remediation and can be very dangerous. What is more common, however, is minor mold growth that goes largely unnoticed. As an average homeowner, it’s important for you […]
A Short Guide to Anode Rods in Water Heaters
Your tank-style water heater relies on an anode rod to keep working reliably. The anode rod screws into the top of the tank and protrudes into the water below. An anode rod measures up to 40 inches long, depending on the size of your appliance. Sacrificial anode rods should be replaced on a routine basis. […]
The Dangers of a Cracked Heat Exchanger
When your heat turns on, do you notice an odd chemical odor that reminds you of formaldehyde or preservatives? You may assume that something near your furnace just got too warm or that someone in your home spilled a cleaning solution, but the problem is likely much more serious. Chemical odors coming from your furnace […]