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The old cliche assures us that they don’t make things like they used to. It’s usually meant as a pejorative when something breaks prematurely, but sometimes it’s also good news. Just look at HVAC and plumbing; there’s a lot there that’s not made like it used to be, and that’s translated into products and solutions…

Nobody likes a clogged shower drain. The only thing worse is having to remove a clog the size of a small poodle — that tangled mess of hair, soap, shampoo, cleansers, and heaven only knows what else — that’s accumulated over the course of months or years. Your best bet is preventing clogs in the…

If you’re running a business, you’re often operating on razor-thin margins and you prefer to leave as little up to chance as possible. If you need a commercial HVAC system, it’s not a problem solved by a simple Google search. A call to Ace Plumbing, however, can get you much closer to a solution. Here…

“It’s not the heat that gets you. It’s the humidity.” Humidity does make it feel hotter, and that’s true whether you’re outdoors or sitting inside trying to beat the heat. So how do you control indoor humidity? Ace Plumbing has some tips.   How Much Moisture is Enough? If you’re trying to regulate home humidity,…

From Sacramento to Fresno and Woodland, people call Ace Plumbing with their HVAC questions. Some are common, others much less so. Since we can’t possibly cover every conceivable question in this space, we invite you to call us at 916-455-4548 for the right answers and HVAC solutions you need.   What is HVAC, Anyway? HVAC…

Lately we’ve used this space to explain the many ways that homeowners can save money on their heating and cooling, plumbing, and drainage issues. Today, we’re turning our attention to plumbing for Sacramento business owners. Specifically, let’s take a closer look at hydro-jetting. What is it, and when might your business need it?   Why…

With tax season finally coming to a close, the lucky ones among us are wondering how to spend those refund checks, while many in the Sacramento area are already looking ahead to how they can save money on next year’s taxes. If you’re eyeing a new HVAC system, you don’t need a tax refund to…

When the temperature climbs, most of us in the Sacramento area find our energy bills climbing right along with it. Believe it or not, you can stay cool this summer, and still keep your cool when the electric bill comes, with these simple tips from Ace Plumbing that can lower your air conditioning costs this…

There’s a viral video posted by American Standard that makes us cringe. Yes, flushing golf balls, marshmallows, and flip phones down the toilet probably makes for great PR (and has already spawned lots of imitators on YouTube). But it’s awful for your plumbing. Thankfully, our customers are more sensible than that. But even they get…

Which is better — baths or showers? Each has its partisans, all of whom tend to get passionately opinionated about the best way to get clean. Let’s try to scrub away some of the misconceptions and get at the facts, especially if you’re about to remodel and need a new tub or shower installation from…