Heating & Air Conditioning
Are Portable Air Conditioners Any Good?
As summer winds down, we’re getting closer to the time when we’re winterizing central air conditioning, or taking those old window units out of their perches and putting them in storage. If you’ve had a window unit for a while, you might be eyeing a replacement — and taking a closer look at the portable air…
Read MoreHeating and Cooling for Mobile Homes
It’s neither a secret nor a surprise that housing in the Sacramento area is expensive, and not getting any cheaper. That leaves a lot of folks downsizing, or looking for more affordable options. Tiny houses aren’t for everyone, but the traditional mobile home can be a great alternative. And HomeAce Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is here…
Read MoreThe Anatomy of Your Air Conditioner
Air conditioning is everywhere, easily found in our homes and workplaces, the stores we frequent, and even the cars we drive. Even though a window unit, portable air conditioner, and vehicle air conditioner would seem to have very little in common, they’re actually a lot closer than you think. Understanding how they function can help…
Read MorePlumbing and HVAC Updates that Add Resale Value
Selling your home? It’s a lot more complicated than just sticking a “for sale” sign in the yard and hoping for the best. Buyers are choosy, and many of them will be looking for a home that’s move-in ready. Every inch of your home will be under close scrutiny, with some areas — especially your kitchen…
Read MorePlumbing and Heating Sounds You Should Never Ignore
Every home has its share of noises. Some of these are expected, since appliances like your heating, your dishwasher, or your dryer all have characteristic sounds when they run, and your home has a symphony of other noises, from creaky floorboards to whiny hinges, that crop up from time to time. However, when your plumbing…
Read MoreFall Filter Tips for Your HVAC
With the heat of summer giving way to autumn’s milder temperatures, it’s time to get around to all the little tasks you’ve been putting off. One of these is changing the filters in your HVAC system. For such a quick and seemingly minor task, there’s more involved than you might think — and Home Ace Plumbing…
Read MoreFall Is Time for an HVAC Tune-Up
With autumn just beginning, it’s time to prepare your home for the change of seasons. Your air conditioning and heating both need attention at this time of year, with some steps easy to handle on your own and others best done with the help of a Sacramento HVAC tune-up from Ace Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning. The…
Read MoreHome Heating and Winter Fire Safety
Nobody wants to be cold in the winter. But what do you do when your home heating system isn’t up to the job? Home Ace Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning has some simple tips for the cooler months ahead, because we want our customers to be warm and safe. Start With a Cleanup Obstructions increase fire risk. That risk…
Read MoreImproving Indoor Air Quality for Winter
With temperatures dropping and fewer things in bloom, you might think that winter is a great time to get a respite from your respiratory issues and allergies. Home Ace Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning has some bad news and some good news for you. On the one hand, indoor air quality is often much lower than it is outdoors.…
Read MoreIs Your Basement Ready for Winter?
There are plenty of articles offering “one weird trick” to save money, prevent expensive repairs, or make your home more comfortable. Usually we’re skeptical of that kind of thing, but if you’re a homeowner, there really is one simple thing you can do that will, in turn, take care of those other things. Winterize your…
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