What is a Zoned Cooling System

Zoned Cooling System

Many people have homes where they need some rooms cooler (or warmer) than others. A zoned cooling system helps them to set individual rooms to the proper temperature, without taxing their HVAC systems. With a zoned system, all rooms of your house could maintain the perfect temperature for the people who use it most. Why…

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A Short History of Indoor Plumbing

Indoor Plumbing

When faced with something that saves time or labor, or otherwise does something useful, people will often tell you itโ€™s the greatest thing since sliced bread. Weโ€™ve always preferred โ€œthe best thing since indoor plumbing,โ€ partly because we can slice our own bread, and partly because weโ€™d rather not trudge outdoors every time nature calls.…

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A Quick Guide to Humidifiers

Humidifiers

Waking up parched? Suffering from dry mouth? Noticing you sound like Colleen Dewhurst first thing in the morning? Noticing you get sick easier than you used to? Before you call the doctor, make sure the culprit isnโ€™t the dry air in your home. WebMD notes that dry air indoors, especially in the winter time, can…

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How to Avoid Water Pressure Loss in Your Shower

Low Water Pressure in Shower

A hot shower is one of lifeโ€™s simple pleasures. Itโ€™s not just a way to get yourself squeaky clean, after all. Itโ€™s a way to wash away the dayโ€™s stress and frustration, and a time to relax and clear your head. Well, until someone flushes the toilet and that lovely jet of water slows to…

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A Quick Guide to Space Heater Safety Tips for Winter Warmth

Space Heater Safety

The National Fire Protection Association states that space heaters account for 40% of home heating firesโ€ฆ and 84% of home heating fire fatalities. If you use a space heater or are considering buying one, there are a few things Ace Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning would like you to know for your safety. Choosing the…

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Preventing Burst Pipes and Flooding

Preventing Burst Pipes

Itโ€™s enough to strike fear into the heart of any homeowner: you come home to water damage and destroyed valuables because of a burst pipe. Itโ€™s not something that happens often, and luckily for you, Ace Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning has some steps you can take to keep it from happening to you. An…

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Youโ€™ve Got a Clog. When Is It Time To Call A Plumber?

Call A Plumber

Clogs donโ€™t happen very often, but when they do, calling a plumber is often peopleโ€™s last instinct. Weโ€™ve seen people use โ€” and misuse โ€” chemical drain cleaners, snakes, plungers, coat hangers, and all sorts of kludged-together contraptions to clear clogs. Some of these have their place; each of them can also cause more problems…

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How Much Water Does My Running Toilet Use in Sacramento?

Running Toilet Water

A slow drip, or the occasional sound of your toilet running, doesnโ€™t exactly cause panic. How much water does a running toilet use, after all? But what if each of those drops was a penny? That might help you visualize the hidden cost of a leaky toilet. It may also help you realize that the…

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How Do Energy Efficient Smart Appliances Work

Energy Efficient Smart Appliances

How Smart Appliances Work – The Benefits, Features, and Plumbing Integration Smart appliances make our lives a lot easier! After all, who doesn’t want to access almost all electrical appliances in their home with just a simple click on their phone? They are cleverly designed to save you time, monitor your appliances, and save energy…

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Is It Time to Replace My Toilet?

Toilet Replacement

With careful maintenance, toilets can last decades. Over time, you may decide that you need something new. Here are a few ways to know if you can reasonably get your toilet repaired, or if it is time to replace it. The Toilet Is Old Since your toilets are designed to last so long, you might…

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