Rentmeister Total Home Service Blog: Archive for June, 2018

These Signs Could Mean You Need Repiping

Monday, June 18th, 2018

white pvc pipe with blue cloth tied around itDo you remember the last time your house was repiped? If the answer is “No,” you might be living with old and corroded pipes. In that case, you’ll need a plumber to replace the bad pipes entirely.

Corrosion is a force of nature that’s unavoidable for most kinds of pipes. When left unchecked, corrosion can affect everything from your water’s flow to the taste and color. At worst, it can create leaks that will cost thousands of dollars in damage.

Corrosion is most common in the inside of the pipe, where you won’t be able to see it. But even if you can’t see it, there are a few signs that can help you find out if your home needs repiping.

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Care for Your Cooling System to Avoid These Problems

Monday, June 4th, 2018

technician working on outside unit of air conditionerWith temperatures beginning to warm up, residents throughout Utah are rejoicing and looking forward to summer. Of course, now is also the time to start thinking about our air conditioners and whether they are prepared to get us through the hotter temperatures. Without proper AC care, you can find yourself facing Roy, UT air conditioning repair needs that you otherwise wouldn’t. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do on your own to care for your cooling system, like changing out the air filter every 1–3 months and making sure the outside unit is clear of debris.

But to truly fend off repairs and to help your air conditioner perform better, you’ll want to invest in professional AC maintenance.

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Water Heater Price Increase Coming Due to Emission Guidelines

Friday, June 1st, 2018

As of July 1, 2018, the only water heaters permitted to be sold in the state of Utah for either commercial or residential purposes are ultra low-Nox emissions water heaters.

The purpose of these low emissions water heaters it to protect the air quality in our communities.

Prices for new and replacement water heaters will now range from $200-$400 more than standard water heaters currently on the market.

If your water heater is aging or has been experiencing problems, we encourage you to replace the system now before the new law goes into effect, to help save you considerable money.

Contact Rentmeister Total Home Service today for your water heater installation!

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