The HVAC technicians at Affordable Service occasionally receive phone calls that reference hot or cold zones in their home or office. Before you call us for service, there are some easy, do-it-yourself options that you might consider.
When your toilet backs up, your drain is clogged, your water heater is leaking, or you need to re-pipe polybutylene pipes, call the Albuquerque plumbing company that’s been around for 32 years. Affordable Service Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electric has served Albuquerque’s plumbing needs since 1986.
When you look at your monthly energy bill, consider that nearly 50% of the energy consumption is to provide heating and cooling, according to the Department of Energy. All the other energy uses (lights, appliances, TVs, etc) make up the rest.
Having a pipe break in your home isn’t just inconvenient, it can be an extremely expensive plumbing problem if water damage has occurred.
Your water heater may be perking along quite nicely, but there are hidden issues that you need to take very seriously. Some you might address yourself; some may need the help of the experts at Affordable Service Plumbing and HVAC.
In the southwest, water is a precious commodity, and responsible homeowners want to know what they can do to help conserve this resource! The city of Rio Rancho makes it easier for homeowners to do their part, by offering some great incentives! At Affordable Service Plumbing and Heating we like to inform our customers of some of these programs that can help them save money, and the environment!
Clean, fresh water is a limited and expensive resource. In New Mexico, and in other states throughout the southwest, great efforts are being made to raise awareness to the issue of water conservation, and many programs have been put in place to help homeowners, educators and public water suppliers. Recently, in California, a law was passed that would limit the amount of water that families and households are allowed to use each day, whether or not there is a drought.
New Mexico summers can make you lose your cool, literally. When our daytime temperatures reach the 90 degree mark, and especially when they tip over the 100 degree level, we really know the summer heat has arrived.
Now that it’s getting a little warmer out, you no doubt are ready to turn on you air conditioner! In New Mexico, the summers can get reach the 90’s so you definitely want to make sure your swamp cooler or refrigerated air system is working properly. If you find that it’s in need of repair or replacement, you should be aware of the benefits of working with a Carrier Home Comfort Dealer like Affordable Service Plumbing and Heating.
As warmer weather sets in, New Mexicans must pay closer attention to their water usage. In a state plagued by drought, The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority has put water restrictions into place to help ensure that we protect this precious resource as a community. This year, water restrictions went into effect on April 1st, and will continue to regulate water usage throughout the summer into the end of October. At Affordable Service, we care about the future of our community and try to do all we can to preserve water for future generations. We want to tell you a little more about these restrictions and what they mean for homeowners this summer.
Allergy season in New Mexico typically hits in the spring and fall. And if you suffer from allergies, the extra pollen in the air during allergy season likely makes your life very difficult. If you are plagued by sniffling and sneezing during these times of the year, you may be willing to consider any option to alleviate your symptoms.
As the temperature climbs this summer in New Mexico, you will certainly notice if the air conditioning system at your home or business is not working hard enough to bring you relief. At Affordable Service Plumbing and Heating LLC, we know how much local residents depend on their HVAC system to keep them cool and comfortable all summer long. If your air conditioner doesn’t seem to be blowing as cold as expected, the problem might be caused by refrigerant leaking from the system, as noted by the U.S. Department of Energy.
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With the busy schedules so common today, it is easy to take for granted simple things at home, such as the convenience of water flowing freely on demand from the tap. But if you pay attention to how your family uses water, it’s possible you’ll discover that this precious resource is being wasted. Here are some conservation tips we’ve put together at Affordable Service Plumbing and Heating to help you conserve more water at home.
“Hard water” refers to water that is rich in minerals, something that is common in New Mexico. While minerals may sound like a good thing, water that is full of minerals can be difficult to work with when it comes to cleaning, laundry, and even showering. Here’s a look at what hard water is, why it’s so problematic, and how Affordable Service Plumbing and Heating LLC can help!
Affordable Service Plumbing, Heating, AC and Electric has been serving the plumbing, heating, air conditioning and electrical needs of Albuquerque metro area and Rio Rancho residents and businesses for over 30 years. Even though we’ve grown quite a bit since our beginning in 1986, we are still family-owned and operated, and have maintained that small, local company mentality. When you’re looking for a qualified plumber or HVAC technician to help you with repairs, maintenance, installation or a major project in your home, contact a local company like Affordable Service, we care.
When it comes to plumbing, many homeowners know a thing or two about how to make some repairs themselves. For every needed upgrade or repair, there are at least a hundred YouTube how-to-videos or Pinterest tutorials, and while the feeling of accomplishment you get from doing something yourself is satisfying, there are some things that are best handled by trained and experienced professionals. Here’s a quick guide to plumbing situations you can handle yourself, and plumbing situations where it’s best to call in Affordable Service Plumbing and Heating.
