How Does an Air Conditioner Work?
As a homeowner, you should become more familiar with the various systems of your home. When you understand how things work, you also start to understand the importance of proper care and maintenance of those components. One of the most important systems in your home is your HVAC system. Your air conditioner requires special attention to keep […]
How Does a Tankless Water Heater Work?
Tankless water heaters offer a space-saving option to provide hot water to your home. As the name implies, they do not require a tank which often has homeowners scratching their heads when trying to understand how they work. Here we explain how a tankless water heater works and why a tankless water heater might be […]
What Direction Should I Run My Ceiling Fan?
Ceiling fans offer an affordable way to keep your rooms cooler in the heat of summer, and you can also use them to keep your home warmer in the winter. The job of a ceiling fan is to help circulate air. What most people don’t realize is that fans have a few settings to not […]
Why Is My Toilet Tank Empty?
If you notice your toilet isn’t flushing properly, it could be a tank issue. Lift the lid (if it’s accessible) of your toilet tank and take a look inside. This tank runs clean water, which helps your toilet flush. If the tank is empty, there could be a problem. At James Plumbing & Heating we […]
Is it Better Financially to Repair or Replace My AC?
Air conditioning is a must-have during the hot summer season in Santa Fe, NM, but it works to maintain temperature year-round. If your air conditioning unit has stopped working, you may find yourself wondering whether you should have it repaired or put out the cash to buy a new one. At James Plumbing & Heating, we […]
Plumbing Maintenance Checklist for Winter Months
Before the winter season arrives, it’s important to prepare your home for the cold months ahead, particularly your plumbing system. As temperatures drop and pipes begin to chill, there is a growing risk that expanding ice could burst your pipes and flood your home. At James Plumbing & Heating we work with clients across Santa […]
How to Hire the Best HVAC Company
Heating and cooling are important parts of your home, so it’s only logical to want to be careful when choosing an HVAC company in Santa Fe area. At James Plumbing & Heating, we want our clients to have the best, and that means keeping you informed of what makes an HVAC company great. Here we’ve […]
Why Is My Tankless Water Heater Not Hot?
During the winter season, a nice hot shower is a perfect cure to a long cold day. There’s nothing worse than when you go to take that shower and find the water is cold. Tankless water heaters are meant to heat water quickly, so you don’t face issues like running out of hot water. What […]
Tips to Prevent Your Pipes from Freezing
When a cold winter’s night is approaching, it is a wise idea to consider if you should do something to prevent your pipes from freezing. While you might go many winters without getting a frozen pipe, a single burst will be enough to make you cautious every winter after. Pipe bursts from freezing are major […]
How To Make Your Garbage Disposal Fresh Again
Garbage disposals are one of the most common appliances in American kitchens. They help us dispose of food waste, which is a great help if you keep your kitchen clean and organized. But it can also be a bit of a mystery. It’s not always easy to know when something is wrong with your garbage […]