Plumbing Tips

When a water heater is having problems, it’s important to find out for sure whether or not the heater is gas-powered or electric-powered. Find out how to check a water heater’s gas valve for problems with help from a plumber and HVAC tech in this free video on water heaters.
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When changing a furnace fuse, check to see if it has burnt out, and if it has, simply find a fuse of the same style to screw back in its place. Turn the power off to work on the furnace fuse that exists on the circuit board with help from a plumber and HVAC tech [...]

There are many different options for heating and cooling a home, including deciding between gas and electric furnaces, hot water heaters and electric baseboard heat. Learn about the best and most efficient methods of heating and cooling a house with help from a plumber and HVAC tech in this free video on heating and cooling [...]

In order to winterize a hot water heater, it’s important to drain the heater by using the drain valve and opening the hot water heater. Prevent a hot water heater from freezing in the winter with help from a plumber and HVAC tech in this free video on hot water heaters.
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When attempting to operate a gas furnace, the first step is to make sure the furnace is getting power, after which the gas supply should be checked through the gas valve. Discover methods of telling whether or not a gas valve is on with help from a plumber and HVAC tech in this free video [...]

It’s important to determine the airflow direction for a furnace filter so that it works properly, and installation simply requires setting up the filter to allow air to move in and out. Recognize the airflow pattern on a furnace filter with help from a plumber and HVAC tech in this free video on furnace filters.
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A heating system involves more than just a furnace, as it requires power, whether through gas or electricity. Learn about furnace drains and exhaust pipes, as well as the potential problems they may create, with help from a plumber and HVAC tech in this free video on heating systems.
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Changing a furnace’s air filter is a simple and necessary measure for keeping a furnace working properly, and it involves simply removing a protective guard and replacing the old filter with a new one. Find out how often a furnace filter should be changed with help from a plumber and HVAC tech in this free [...]

When purchasing a tankless hot water heater, it’s important to consider how many people are in the family and how much hot water is needed. Discover how the number of fixtures in a house can affect the needs of a tankless hot water heater with help from a plumber and HVAC tech in this free [...]