The 37th Annual Kids Day was March 11th, 2024. Since 1988, Valley Children’s has partnered with ABC30, the Fresno Bee, and countless business and volunteers to orchestrate Kids Day. As one of the largest fundraising events in the Central Valley, Kids Day hosts more than twenty communities to help raise funds to support Valley Children’s greatest needs. The Fresno Bee features compelling patient stories and photography illustrating the vital pediatric medical care that Valley Children’s Hospital provides.
Purl’s Hosts Madera’s 37th Annual Kids Day
April 23rd, 2024Why You Should Upgrade to an AC That Uses Puron (R-410A)
April 11th, 2024In the realm of air conditioning, the evolution of technology has been fast, bringing about advancements that enhance cooling efficiency and contribute to environmental sustainability.
One major innovation is the switch from older refrigerants to newer refrigerant blends with improved efficiency and environmental benefits. Puron (a brand name for R-410A) is the current refrigerant used in most residential and commercial air conditioning systems. Learn how we’re leading the way with helping customers upgrade to Puron eefrigerant AC systems in Clovis, CA.
Make Sure You Schedule AC Maintenance Before the Summer Heat
April 1st, 2024As the temperatures start to climb with the beginning of spring, your air conditioning system becomes an indispensable asset in keeping your home cool and comfortable. However, the last thing you want is for it to break down on a scorching summer day. The key to ensuring your AC runs smoothly throughout the season is to schedule regular maintenance before the heat wave hits.
In Fresno, CA, our company is a trusted business and HVAC contractor in the local market, with years of experience providing affordable, high-quality solutions. Our licensed, certified, and background checked technicians are committed to getting the job done right the first time, ensuring quality and safety for all customers. We offer comprehensive AC service and HVAC services for both residential and commercial customers in Fresno, CA, including expert plumbing services as part of our offerings. Our expertise includes handling installations and maintenance for systems located in various areas of the home, such as the attic and garage. Our partnership with J’s Heating, known for their prompt, reliable, and customer-focused HVAC solutions, allows us to deliver specialized air conditioning and heating solutions. We utilize advanced technology, such as Bosch systems, to provide energy-efficient heating cooling solutions for both residential and commercial customers. Bosch HVAC systems utilize inverter technology for efficient heating and cooling, ensuring optimal performance and energy savings.
The last thing you want is for your HVAC system to break down on a scorching summer day. The key to ensuring your AC, furnace, or heater runs smoothly throughout the season is to schedule regular HVAC maintenance and servicing before the heat wave hits. This includes maintenance for all types of systems, such as split systems, packaged units, and air conditioning and heating equipment, to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Scheduling regular air conditioning service before the season starts can provide better rates and ensure timely repairs for others in need. For AC maintenance in Fresno contact Purl’s Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning. We pride ourselves on delivering the right solution for each customer’s unique needs, ensuring comfort and satisfaction.
What Does Ice on AC Coils Mean?
March 4th, 2024Ice on AC coils in Fresno, CA typically indicates an issue with your air conditioner that needs attention. You might think at first that ice isn’t a big deal—it just means that the AC is working hard. But ice is not part of the cooling cycle of an air conditioner. We’ll explain below why ice may appear on your air conditioning system’s evaporator coil and what to do about it and prevent it.
A Cracked Heat Exchanger Is a Major Furnace Repair Issue
February 19th, 2024Gas furnaces are reliable and powerful heating systems that can work for many years delivering warmth to a home. It’s why they’re still the most common household heating system across the country.
Some homeowners are cautious about using gas furnaces because of possible safety hazards. Burning natural gas in any appliance has some risk of uncontrolled combustion and toxic gas leaks. But as long as a furnace receives regular maintenance each year and prompt repairs when needed, the risk is minimal.
We want to focus on one specific furnace repair problem that can create serious health hazards: a cracked heat exchanger. The more you know about it, the easier it will be to prevent it.
5 Smaller Signs of a Dying Furnace
February 5th, 2024We’ve examined before the ways you can tell that you may need heating repair in Fresno, CA. As we keep moving through another cold winter in the Central Valley, you’ll want to know how to recognize all the potential indicators that your furnace is teetering on the brink of failing.
Some of these signs we haven’t shared before—they’re the silent and small warnings that may not leap out at you. Today, we’re going to delve into these sneakier signs so you’ll know sooner to call our technicians to investigate your heating system. If there’s a problem, we will find it and see if a repair will fix it or if we need to replace the whole furnace because it’s truly at the end of its service life.
What Exactly Is “Puron” and How Is It Different From Other Refrigerants?
January 22nd, 2024If you don’t have deep knowledge of the refrigerants used for air conditioning systems and heat pumps, that’s fine. This is a technical field and you want to leave any work with refrigerants to certified HVAC professionals. For example, you might think that the refrigerant in your current AC is called “freon.” But freon isn’t a general term. It’s a brand name for a specific type of refrigerant. And it probably isn’t what your AC uses. Your AC or heat pump probably uses Puron.
What’s the difference and why is it important? This is useful information to have, so we’ll go over the basics below.
How Your Water Heater Stays Rust-Free (Most of the Time)
January 8th, 2024What do you do with a rusted water heater in Fresno, CA? Most of the time, you replace it. Rust and other types of corrosion on a water heater usually signal that the system is beyond repair because of age, leaks, or neglect.
Fortunately, water heaters are designed to stay rust-free for most of their service lives—provided they receive the right attention with regular annual maintenance and prompt repairs as needed. Even though water heaters contain both metal and water—a combo to create rust—they have ways to keep that rust away.








