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Murphy’s Law says that anything that can go wrong, will. It can certainly feel that way sometimes when you’re a renter. The heat’s wonky, your appliances finicky, and your plumbing may be nothing but trouble. So who’s responsible for Sacramento plumbing repairs that fix the minor drips, the major breaks, and everything in between? It can be complicated. Step One: … Read More

Plumbing repairs are often straightforward. With all our experience, there isn’t much that the technicians at Ace Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning haven’t seen. But there’s one issue that’s a little harder to address: how to undertake repairs when you’re not sure who owns the pipes — and who should be footing the bill. Who’s Responsible for Plumbing in Detached … Read More

When you use something every day, you tend to notice when it’s time for a replacement. Unlike some home items — the microwave you use several times per day, the Keurig that keeps you caffeinated, the air conditioner that’s keeping temperatures bearable in the depths of a California summer — your sump pump is out of sight and, all too … Read More

It’s hard to imagine life in California without central air. But what do you do when your home has an unconditioned space that needs supplemental cooling? Whether it’s a basement workshop, a craft room in your attic, get-togethers in a newly-enclosed porch, or impromptu band rehearsals in your garage, nobody wants to sweat the entire time. Ace Plumbing Heating and … Read More

Plumbing emergencies can strike at any time of day on any day of the year. The good news is that Ace Plumbing is on call with 24/7 emergency plumbing service. But what can you do between the time you place the call and when we arrive? A lot more than you might think. Need a plumber to come as soon … Read More

Yelling “We don’t live in a barn!” was usually Dad’s way of saving money on air conditioning. Times have changed. You’re the homeowner now, and you don’t necessarily want to sound just like your father. But now that the roles are reversed, you realize there was truth in another of his favorite sayings: “We’re not made of money!” You don’t … Read More

The housing market in Sacramento, like so much else these days, is a decidedly mixed bag. On one hand, demand outstrips supply, which should make it a seller’s market. On the other hand, the recent economic downturn and banks tightening the purse strings are making things more difficult for buyers and sellers alike. Now, Ace Plumbing can’t help with market … Read More

We’re all thankful for air conditioning at this time of year. Part of keeping your home cool means understanding how your air conditioning works so you can help it do its job better and spend less on utilities and air conditioning repair alike. You don’t need to know your system as well as we do at Ace Plumbing Heating and … Read More