Working Furnace, Chilly Home? Here’s What Humidity Has to Do with It.
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / November 20, 2019
Iowa got an early dose of winter this year, forcing most of us to crank up the heat earlier than usual. And while we’re all glad to be in a warm house with a working furnace, we often forget that heat isn’t the only factor that matters when it comes to keeping your house cozy this winter—humidity also plays a big role.
The process of heating your home ends up removing moisture from the air. This is one reason why home humidifier systems…
Read moreDon’t Get Caught in the Cold: Tips To Be Sure Your Furnace is Ready for Winter
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / October 15, 2019
Your furnace kept you warm last winter but it is a complex instrument that should be inspected yearly for safety and efficiency.
Every year when nighttime temperatures start to drop below freezing we receive contacts from individuals who do not have heat; their furnace quits or it won’t start. In some situations, these individuals may pay more for emergency/after-hour service or the repair may cost more than it would have if the issue would’ve been caught early.
Check Your Furnace Before You Need It
One of…
Read moreDIY Kitchen Installs: Part 2–Garbage Disposals
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / September 10, 2019
Is it time to update your kitchen? You may be tempted to DIY but the installation of the faucet, garbage disposal, water and drain lines can involve extensive plumbing work. Tackling them on your one, without the help of a professional, could result in injuries, additional expense and damage to your home.
If you plan to install a new a garbage disposal, you’ll want to keep a few things in mind before you start:
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Common DIY Kitchen Install Problems: Part 1–Faucets and Pipes
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / August 29, 2019
Is it time to update your kitchen? You may be tempted to DIY but the installation of the faucet, garbage disposal, water and drain lines can involve extensive plumbing work. Tackling them on your one, without the help of a professional, could result in injuries, additional expense and damage to your home.
If you plan to update, you’ll want to keep a few things in mind before you start:
Avoid Leaks
A leak can happen at any time. A large leak, especially one that goes unnoticed,…
Read moreInconsistent Temperatures in Your Home? A Ductless Mini-Split Can Help
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / August 16, 2019
A ductless mini-split is a heating and cooling system that allows homeowners to control temperatures in individual rooms or spaces. Similar to a central air system, the mini split has both an indoor and outdoor component. They are relatively quick and easily installed by a professional HVAC technician since they do not require ducts throughout the home.
A ductless mini-split can improve the indoor comfort in larger homes with inefficient conventional HVAC systems. We find that homeowners who face this problem may not be…
Read moreFireworks & Fireflies, Presented by Hanna Plumbing & Heating
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / June 21, 2019
Join us July 3rd at Klopfenstein Ampitheater in Lowe Park for the City of Marion’s Independence Day celebration, Fireworks & Fireflies. The event is free, open to the public, and we’re proud to say it’s presented by Hanna Plumbing & Heating!
Starting at 6PM, enjoy live music by The Bamboozlers, food from local food trucks, and family-friendly activities such as face painting and balloon art. Then at dusk, enjoy a beautiful professional fireworks display on…
Read moreWhich Air Conditioning System is Right for Your Home?
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / June 10, 2019
April showers bring May flowers—but what happens after? Here in Iowa, it’s often unbearable heat and unpredictable weather throughout the summer months. And although we can’t control the impending storm or the 95-degree heatwave, we can fix that air conditioning system that only cools the basement you never use, the system that only cranks out cold air when you don’t need it, or the system that just completely stopped working.
To help avoid emergency repairs and replacements, we recommend scheduling an HVAC tune-up each…
Read morePreparing Your Home for Spring
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / April 1, 2019
As the harsh winter weather finally breaks and makes way for spring, we recommend taking a few steps to prepare your plumbing and your HVAC systems to deal with winter’s aftermath.
Inspect Your Pipes
Exposed pipes can freeze and burst, causing flooding and damage to your home. Pipes located in external walls and in unheated portions of your home are especially at risk. Carefully inspect each pipe for cracks. Keep an eye out for mold and moss, since they can be indicative of the presence of…
Read moreIs Your Sump Pump Ready for Spring?
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / March 8, 2019
We’re excited to welcome the warmer weather, but unfortunately, this change can cause a several problems regarding basements and flooding. Although you may think flooding only happens during heavy rain, it can also be caused by water from snow melt and saturated soil seeping through small cracks in your foundation.
If your home is prone to flooding, we recommend you take a few precautions with your sump pump to help mitigate the damage or to even prevent flooding entirely.
A sump pump’s job is to collect…
Read moreIs Your Bathroom ADA Compliant?
Written by Hanna Plumbing & Heating / February 20, 2019
Multi-level homes can be great for young, growing families, but inevitably as we age, our mobility begins to decline. ADA remodeling has benefits beyond allowing you to age in place. It can serve as a huge selling point, allowing the elderly or those with disabilities to use your home to the fullest extent. It also allows you to more easily host guests of all abilities, providing them with easier access to everything your home has to offer.
Often when we think of ADA remodeling, we…
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