While there are times that our home appliances may require an expert hand and professional skill, there are some simple preventative maintenance tasks that you as a homeowner can take on. As summer keeps heating up, we’ve got answers to the most popular AC-related questions, such as, “Where is AC
Using Your AC During a Heat Wave: What Can Go Wrong?
As the heat waves continue to roll in this summer, it’s important to stay safe by staying cool. The only way to do that is to make sure your AC is in tip top shape when you need it most. During extreme heat, a breakdown can be a true emergency. For your comfort and safety, you need fast and
How to Tell if Your A/C Unit Needs to Be Retired
Summer is here, and it’s heating up. Your house needs to be cooled for your comfort and safety. But your air conditioning system is about 10 years old—is it up to the task? Solution Based Plumbing, Heating, and A/C is the expert team that HVAC Montgomery County PA homeowners turn to for honest and
What’s a Good SEER Rating for an Air Conditioner?
Companies frequently advertise their products with an “expert” stamp of approval or high rating. This type of labeling creates a good impression and can sway consumers toward a purchase. However, consumers often aren’t familiar with how such an approval or rating is determined. In this blog, we’ll
Common A/C Problems To Watch Out For This Summer
During spring and summer in the northeast, the weather can change from cold to hot in the space of a few hours. It’s a good idea to make sure your air conditioning unit is ready to handle the transition. After a long winter without use, you might encounter some common A/C problems that you will want
Why Is Indoor Air Quality Important? We Have the Answer
Photo by Tina Franklin, Flickr Creative Commons Endless sneezing, non-stop stuffiness, and persistent headaches are typical signs of the approaching allergy season. But did you know that these symptoms, among others, often occur due to issues indoors? Most of us spend 75% of our time or more
What is the R22 Phase Out, and How Can Homeowners Prepare?
Warmer weather is finally on the way in the Northeast. Now is a good time to determine whether your air conditioning system uses R22 refrigerant (many older systems do) and plan whether or not to replace your A/C. Because of the worldwide R22 phase out, 2017 and 2018 have seen many homeowners begin
Is Your Heater Operating at Peak Efficiency?
In the northeast, homeowners often keep one hopeful eye on weather predictions and another one on their energy bills. We know all too well that increases in energy costs during the colder months can be frustrating and, in some cases, extremely steep. Yet many homeowners aren’t aware of some simple
Preparing Your A/C Units for Fall and Winter
With the weather finally cooling off, you may be wondering whether you have to do anything in particular with your outdoor air conditioning unit to prepare it for the fall and winter. At Solution Based Plumbing, Heating, and A/C, we recommend taking a couple of simple steps to protect your A/C