How Often Should You Have Your Plumbing Inspected?
How Often Should You Have Your Plumbing Inspected? When considering home maintenance projects, most homeowners probably don’t think about having a plumbing inspection. Like HVAC equipment, the plumbing system inside your home is intricate and has many components, most of which are never given a second thought. That is, until there’s a problem. It’s a […]
It’s National Fire Prevention Week – Get Your Furnace Checked!
It’s National Fire Prevention Week – Why Furnace Maintenance is Vital For Your Home It’s National Fire Prevention Week. Because we take pride in faithfully serving our customers to the highest degree, Shadrach Plumbing & Cooling is reminding you to get your furnace maintenance scheduled now. Even though winters in the Fountain Hills, Arizona are […]
Everything There Is to Know About the SEER Rating Mandate
The 2023 SEER Rating Mandate & What It Means The HVAC industry uses equipment efficiencies to help homeowners choose which air conditioning or heating units are best suited for their homes and needs. Efficiency standards are based on the Department of Energy’s SEER ratings, which were initiated in the mid-1980’s to measure an air conditioner’s […]
Are Electric Air Source Heat Pumps Good For Arizona’s Mild Weather?
How Efficient Are Electric Air Source Heat Pumps in Arizona? Temperatures in the Fountain Hills, Arizona area range from oppressively hot during the summer months to cool in the winter. It’s rare for the mercury to dip below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, making electric source heat pumps an efficient choice for total home comfort in the […]
Heat Pump Vs. Central Air – What’s the Difference?
Heat Pump vs. Central Air – What’s the Difference? Here in the Valley of the Sun, outsiders may think we have only sunshine and warm nights. While that’s mostly true, there are some nights when a cozy and warm heat source is needed. So, let’s talk about the differences between a heat pump and central […]
4 Reasons Your Garbage Disposal May Smell Foul
4 Reasons Your Garbage Disposal May Smell Foul Your home’s garbage disposal is an appliance you may have a love-hate relationship with. They’re wonderful for helping to reduce household waste, thus helping to keep our landfills less full. The garbage disposal can be a quick and easy way to clean up after enjoying a wonderful […]
What To Do If You Notice Signs of a Leaking Water Heater
What To Do If You Notice Signs of a Leaking Water Heater Between showers, baths, dishes and laundry, your home’s water heater gets a workout. The first rule when discerning if you have a leaking water heater, and where the source may be, is to not panic. The water could simply be condensation forming on […]
Why Indoor Air Quality Is Important in Arizona
The dense population of the Sun Valley, Arizona area increases air pollution. In 2020, Phoenix ranked fourth among highly populated U.S. cities for the worst outdoor air. Couple that with the prime breeding conditions of sun and heat for volatile organic compounds and you see the need for indoor air quality testing. Indoor air quality […]
Unclogging a Severely Clogged Sink Drain – The Dos and Don’ts
We’ve all been there. You’re cleaning up the kitchen and while you’re rinsing the sink, the water flows slower and slower until it stops draining altogether. There is nothing worse than a clogged sink drain when you’re trying to get things done! So, what should you do if you have a severely clogged sink drain? Well […]
Common Plumbing Issues & How To Fix Them
Fountain Hills area homeowners know plumbing problems come in many shapes and sizes. You can have something like a clogged faucet aerator or a sewer line break. Whatever your plumbing needs, one choice that can make all the difference is having a dedicated and dependable company you can count on to be there. It doesn’t […]