A leaking water heater can cause damage to your home’s structural components if the leaking water reaches the sub-flooring and exterior walls. It can also raise your home’s humidity levels, which can lead to problems such as mold and mildew growth. In today’s post, the local HVAC contractors at Efficient Systems, Inc. share a quick guide on[…]

Homeowners generally face at least one plumbing emergency in their lifetime–which means it’s crucial that you’re able to reach your main shut-off valve quickly should this occur. After all, the amount of time it takes to shut off the water will spell the difference between a small water spill and a major insurance claim. If[…]

Are the small yellow and orange balls appearing in your water filters a cause for immediate concern? In the short term, no. These beads are non-toxic and most likely came from the water softener. While these beads aren’t likely to be harmful to your health short-term, you should have your plumbers inspect your water softener[…]

Plumbing pipes are relatively quiet under normal circumstances, so if yours have been making noises, it’s probably worth checking them out. As one of the leading heating and air conditioning companies in San Jose, Efficient Systems discusses common plumbing noises and what they mean.

The plumbing is one of those systems in the home that a lot of people take for granted. With all the pipes and plumbing out of sight (and out of mind), it’s easy not to think about them until they begin to show signs of trouble. These problems can range from simple drips from a[…]

Just like air conditioning repairs, your home’s pipes and plumbing need the occasional professional attention as well. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that your pipes are probably fine, even with only a few minor issues here and there, but they could be telling you a much bigger story than what meets[…]

Pipe insulation seems to be a hot topic. Home improvement celebrities on television, contractors with blogs, and articles on social media all point to insulation as a great way to increase the value of your home while saving energy and money. Do the costs and labor really add up to significant benefits? That depends who[…]