Before the winter approaches, property owners should always schedule a furnace tune-up and making sure their pipes are in good condition. Doing so helps prepare for the cold weather, so they won’t have to worry about emergency pipe repairs. Here are some tips to follow to keep pipes from freezing: Keep Pipes Insulated Freezing water expands, which may rupture your …
One of the most important systems in a household is plumbing. Any blockage or leaks in the water pipes may lead to serious repairs, which can be costly and may also cause you stress. This is why plumbing maintenance should be done regularly. Here are some reasons why it’s necessary to maintain your plumbing and ensure that it’s always in …
MISHAWAKA/FORT WAYNE/PLYMOUTH IN; ST. JOSEPH/NILES, MI — Area water departments have been sending letters to residents about higher-than-normal lead levels in drinking water. What is a homeowner to do if they receive one of these notices? You can wait for your local government to take care of it, or you can take matters into your own hands and purchase …
An Annual Plumbing Inspection and Checklist for Your Home It is that time of year again. The days are ticking away. Do you have your home inspection checklist complete for this year? When you want peace of mind knowing your house is in tip-top shape for the next twelve months, then Home Comfort Experts has a solution. Our preventative maintenance …
Your sink, toilet or bathtub is clogged. Is the problem at the trap, or the main line, or somewhere in between? The plumbers on our drain remediation team have the tools to quickly analyze your situation and get your drain open and flowing. Our plumbers can diagnose and solve your “drain pain” quickly and professionally. Diagnosing an Impending Clogged Drain …
Every homeowner needs to be aware of a few plumbing basics to prevent a plumbing emergency and get the proper help needed when something goes awry with their system. Some issues are basic and can be easily addressed, while others require immediate professional attention. Shutting Down Water Supply Most importantly, you must know how to shut off the water supply …
MISHAWAKA/FORT WAYNE — Home Comfort Experts broke ground today on a new 7,200 sq. ft. addition to their existing corporate office at 56848 Ferrettie Court in Mishawaka, Indiana. The addition will allow them to expand their customer service department and operational support as a result of continued growth. According to Todd Mann, president and owner of Home Comfort Experts, “When …
Have you noticed your showers don’t stay hot the whole time you’re in there? Could be your water heater is nearing the end of its life cycle. Here are the top four ways to know it may be time to replace: #1 NOT HOT ENOUGH If your water won’t get hot enough, or if frequent thermostat adjustments are necessary. Want …
MISHAWAKA/FORT WAYNE — Hundreds of homes in the Michiana area have been affected by massive spring flooding and, as waters recede, homeowners may be asking how to handle their heating and plumbing equipment, usually found in basements. “As little as three inches of water can completely devastate a furnace because that blower motor may have kicked water up onto your …
MISHAWAKA/FORT WAYNE — Winter weather is here to stay and with it comes all the troubles of cold weather. Your friends at Home Comfort Experts want to keep you comfortable and safe this winter. Did you know we offer all plumbing services? Water can freeze in home pipes due to a malfunctioning thermostat, faulty taping or inadequate insulation. Worse, frozen …
