Gas vs. Electric HVAC & Which to Chose? When it comes to replacing your HVAC system, it is essential that you consider all of your options to make sure you are selecting the right type of unit for your home and family's needs. So the question is: Do you choose an electric or a gas-powered CONTINUE READING »
Is Professional Plumbing a Legitimate Art Form? If there was ever an unlikely pair of words to be thought of in the same context, "plumbing" and "art" are it. On the surface, the two may seem to have nothing at all in common, but if you study a bit closer, you'll see all the reasons CONTINUE READING »
Here’s What Heater Maintenance Should Cost Not sure how much you should be paying for your annual heating system maintenance check and tune-up? Minnesota Plumbing & Heating is here to dispel some myths about heating maintenance and help you understand what your maintenance service should include, and how much you should pay for it. After CONTINUE READING »
The Unknown Reasons Your Heating Won't Turn On! Are you having trouble with your heating system not turning on? Any number of issues may cause this, but there are three that stand out as the most likely reason why your heating system would not be turning on: Lack of regular maintenance checks. A malfunctioning thermostat. CONTINUE READING »
The Complete Beginner's Guide to Water Softeners Water is water, it’s all H2O and unless something is added, a softener doesn’t make a difference right? Well, in theory, that could be correct. However, when talking about using water softeners on hard water something is added. Minerals, to be exact. These minerals aren’t anything to be CONTINUE READING »
Use These Techniques to Improve Plumbing at Home Having reliable plumbing is crucial, but it requires a little preventative maintenance. These simple practices go a long way to keeping your plumbing system functioning as it should. Additionally, preventative maintenance can help to prolong your plumbing’s lifespan and help you to avoid costly repairs for clogs CONTINUE READING »
A Quick Look at Replacing Your AC and Heating at the Same Time When it's time to install a new heating system or air conditioner in your home, you might find yourself wondering if it's worth it to replace both devices at once. The truth is it depends on the circumstances. Getting new components for CONTINUE READING »
Why Invest In Plumbing Replacements Over Repairs When you’ve spent a lot of money on something, such as some of the appliances and plumbing fixtures in your home, you want to make sure you get a return on your investment. In the simplest terms, you want that value that you paid on that equipment to CONTINUE READING »
Spring Is Here! Are Your Ducts Clean? Here’s When To Schedule Your Next Air Duct Cleaning The air ducts in your home are a lot like your drainage pipes in your plumbing. They have no moving parts, are simply designed to carry something from one destination to another, and are built to last. This means CONTINUE READING »
Is Your Home At Risk? Check Out these 4 Common Plumbing Emergencies When you’re a home or business owner, an issue with your plumbing system is an inevitability. However, when you’re aware of common plumbing problems, you can react to an emergency plumbing situation with ease. Educate yourself on 4 of the most common plumbing CONTINUE READING »