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• When to Replace Your Water Heater: 3 Key Signs and Expert Tips

  Three signs indicating that your water heater needs attention include old age (typically 8-12 years), rusty water coming from faucets, and leaks around the base of the heater. If you notice any of these signs, it's advisable to contact professional plumbers like ABC for assistance and potential replacement.
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• How to Extend the Life of Your Water Heater with Routine Maintenance

  Maintaining both tank-style and tankless water heaters is crucial for their efficiency and longevity. Tank-style heaters should be drained annually to remove sediment, checked for leaks and rust, inspected for proper venting (for gas heaters), tested for relief valve functionality, and monitored for thermostat settings and pilot light status. Placing a pan underneath helps detect leaks. Tankless heaters require cleaning of the screen filter and periodic flushing with vinegar to prevent lime and scale buildup. Following manufacturer recommendations and consulting a plumber for assistance ensures proper maintenance and adherence to warranty conditions without risking chemical contamination of the water supply.
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• How to Save on Water Heater Bill

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• How Tankless Water Heaters Work: Benefits, Costs, and Considerations

  The post explains how tankless water heaters work, heating water only when needed instead of storing it. It highlights their efficiency compared to conventional tank-type water heaters, as they eliminate the energy required to keep a supply of heated water fully heated.
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• Chicago Residents: How to Handle Emergency Toilet Repairs

  Residents can rely on ABC Plumbing’s swift, 24/7 service when a toilet emergency strikes. With experienced ABC technicians who respond quickly to resolve issues and provide a thorough cleanup, ABC ensures prompt and professional solutions for plumbing crises.
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• AC Maintenance Checklist & Tune-Up Guide

  The blog talks about the importance of maintaining your AC unit and provides advice on how to maintain older units. It also suggests replacing units when the cost of repairs becomes too high. Finally, it provides information on how to schedule AC maintenance with ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric in Chicago and the surrounding areas.
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• How to Improve HVAC Efficiency

  The blog discusses practical tips to improve energy efficiency for homeowners in Chicago, with the aim of reducing home comfort costs. ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric provides ten actionable solutions to enhance HVAC energy efficiency.
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• Can Flushable Wipes Be Flushed?

  Flushable Wipes
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• How to Choose the Right Size AC Unit

  The blog discusses the importance of choosing the right size air conditioning system for your home. It explains how an incorrectly sized system can lead to inefficiency and discomfort, whether it's too large or too small. The term "size" in HVAC refers to the unit's cooling capacity measured in tonnage, with one ton equating to the ability to cool 12,000 BTUs per hour. The blog emphasizes the need for professional installation to ensure the system is properly sized and installed for optimal performance. It encourages homeowners to seek assistance from HVAC experts to select and install the right air conditioner for their specific needs.
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• Spring Maintenance Checklist

  The blog provides tips for getting your home and HVAC systems ready for spring and summer. It emphasizes the importance of spring cleaning to control allergies, suggesting measures like setting up a shoes-off policy, keeping screens in open windows, and considering whole-home air filtration systems or UV purifiers for allergy sufferers.
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