Our Blog

Our Blog

• The Most Common Home Air Conditioner Problems

  The blog categorizes home air conditioner problems into three main issues: improper cooling, failure to turn on, and insufficient airflow. It provides potential causes and solutions for each category: Improper Cooling, Failure to Turn On and Insufficient Airflow
  READ MORE

• How to Properly Size a Central Air Conditioner for Your Home

  READ MORE

• The ABCs of Indoor Air Quality - Dehumidifiers

  The blog post discusses the problem of excessive indoor humidity during hot and muggy summers and highlights the benefits of using a dehumidifier to maintain a dry and comfortable indoor environment.
  READ MORE

• Breathe Healthier Air Inside Your Home

  If you or your family members suffer from allergies or respiratory problems, consider ABC's air duct vent cleaning services to eliminate mold, bacteria, and viruses from your home's air ducts. Over time, ducts can become clogged with irritants like dirt, dust, mold, and pollen, impacting indoor air quality.
  READ MORE

• Stop the Drip

  To fix a dripping faucet, gather tools like a screwdriver and WD-40, and replacement parts from a hardware store. Turn off the water supply, remove handles, unscrew mounting screws, and inspect the O-ring and washer for damage. Replace damaged parts, reassemble, and test for leaks. If the issue persists, contact professional plumbers for assistance.
  READ MORE

• How To Fix a Leaky Toilet

  To fix a leaky or running toilet, check the ball cock, float ball, chain, and overflow tube for issues. Replace any damaged parts, adjust the chain length if needed, and bend the float ball arm or lower the float cup if the problem persists. If unsure or the issue persists, contact a professional plumber for assistance.
  READ MORE

• How to Fix Water Leaks Around Your Home

  During Fix a Leak Week, focus on fixing leaks around the home to conserve water and prevent plumbing disasters. Common causes include worn toilet flappers, dripping faucets, and leaky valves, but most leaks are easily fixable. You can check for leaks by monitoring water usage and inspecting your water meter for changes during periods of inactivity.
  READ MORE

• Air Duct System Glossary

  The home's air duct system, part of the HVAC setup, distributes heated or cooled air through supply ducts to rooms via supply registers. These registers release conditioned air, while return registers draw air back to the air handler for reconditioning. If you need help or have questions about your air duct system, you can contact ABC Plumbing for expert guidance.
  READ MORE

• How Toilets Work: A Simple Guide to Understanding the Flush Process

  This blog discusses how toilets operate through a simple process involving three main parts: the flush mechanism, bowl siphon, and refill mechanism. The flush mechanism, activated by a handle, opens the flush valve, emptying the tank into the bowl.
  READ MORE

• The Hazards of Excess Water Pressure

  Pipes can crack from excessive water pressure, not just freezing, posing a risk regardless of climate. To prevent plumbing disasters, check water pressure with a hose bib gauge, available for around $10 at hardware stores, and call a plumber if pressure exceeds the normal range of 40-85 psi. ABC Plumbing offers services to adjust water pressure and install water softeners for pipe preservation.
  READ MORE