Purl's Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Clovis’

Why Your Water Heater Needs Its Anode Rod Regularly Changed

Monday, August 5th, 2024
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Can water heaters rust? Most definitely! We’ve looked at how this can occur before and what it means for a water heater. Thes short version is that it usually means a water heater must be replaced. An extremely old water heater can begin to corrode, which is as good a sign as any that the unit is overdue for retirement. But younger water heaters can rust as well if they aren’t cared for properly.

This brings us to our topic today: the anode rod in a storage tank water heater, also known as the sacrificial anode rod for reasons that we’ll explain. One of the most important maintenance tasks to keep a tank water heater running for many years is to make regular anode rod changes—because the anode rod is one of the most important defenses a water heater has against rust and other types of corrosion. Follow us below as we look into the anode more.

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What Causes Poor Indoor Air Quality in Homes?

Monday, July 22nd, 2024
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According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, the air quality inside homes and other buildings is often three to five times worse than the air outdoors. This goes against what most people think of pollution, but it’s true. And low indoor air quality is a serious problem. The EPA lists various short-term and long-term negative effects of indoor air quality, including:

  • Short term: irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, headaches, dizziness, fatigue
  • Long-term: respiratory diseases, heart disease, cancer

We offer indoor air quality services, such as air filters, for our customers to help them enjoy better health and greater comfort in their homes. In this post, we’ll explain exactly why people need this help: the causes and the sources of low indoor air quality (IAQ).

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Why You Should Upgrade to an AC That Uses Puron (R-410A)

Thursday, April 11th, 2024
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In 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.

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Why Won’t My Furnace Turn On?

Monday, December 11th, 2023
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During the winter, there are few frustrations more annoying and uncomfortable than a furnace that won’t turn on. If you’ve had your furnace maintained annually during the fall, you likely won’t run into a problem like this—but there’s never any guarantee of a perfect furnace performance. 

If you’re currently facing a furnace not heating in Clovis, CA, you can call our team to see what repairs it may need. In some cases, you may only need to do a bit of troubleshooting to correct the problem. Below, we’ll look at reasons for an obstinate furnace, what you can do about it, and when you need to contact us. 

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Are There Drawbacks to Tankless Water Heaters?

Monday, November 13th, 2023
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If you’re considering getting a new water heater, then you have probably heard about the many benefits of replacing an old storage tank water heater with a tankless model. Tankless water heaters have several excellent advantages that appeal to customers, including:

  • Unlimited hot water
  • Lower energy consumption
  • Longer lifespans
  • Small size

However, we want to stress that—as with HVAC systems—there is no such thing as a “one-size-fits-all” water heater for a house. Tankless water heaters are excellent systems, but they may not be the system for your household’s specific requirements.

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Debunking Common Furnace Myths

Monday, February 20th, 2023
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The furnace has been the most common type of home heating system for many decades. As with anything that’s been around that long, a number of myths have gathered around the furnace that many people still believe. Although the internet allows for rapid debunking of many of these misconceptions, it also allows for the misconceptions to continue to spread.

We want you to know the truth about your furnace so you can get the most out of it and enjoy safe comfort every year. You can trust our team for professional furnace service in Clovis, CA or elsewhere in the Central Valley whenever you need it.

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What to Consider Before Buying a New HVAC System

Monday, December 31st, 2018

woman-relaxingA new year is starting and you’re probably making some long-term plans. If you’re reading this, a new HVAC system is likely part of those plans. You’ve definitely come to the right people—we’ve worked on heating in Clovis, CA and throughout the Central Valley for more than sixty-five years.

Putting in a new HVAC system isn’t something you want to rush into, since you’ll want to have a system that will last for 15 years or more. Making sure you have the ideal system for your needs and also a system that won’t waste energy requires making some important decisions. Below are a few things you should consider before going through with the installation.

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What Does the ENERGY STAR Label Mean?

Monday, August 27th, 2018

energy-start-labelWhen you’re looking for a new appliance, whether an air conditioner or toaster, you’ll notice many items have a blue sticker on them that says ENERGY STAR. You’ll probably guess this means the device uses less energy than one that doesn’t have the label—but if you’re curious about what the it actually means, and how it can help you when it comes to new installation of an air conditioning system or heating system, we can shed some more light on this common label.

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Breathe Easier This Allergy Season with Our Help

Monday, March 27th, 2017

house-shieldingThe early spring brings with it warmer weather. But it also brings with it allergy season. Bad allergic reactions to pollen, mold, and other pollutants floating in the air can turn a pleasant spring into an extremely unpleasant one—even for people who don’t normally suffer from allergic reactions.

You can take steps to alleviate allergy problems during the spring with various medications. But taking a whole-house approach with the help of our indoor air quality professionals cuts to the source of the problem, making life easier for everyone in your household. IAQ installations such as air purifiers, air cleaners, UV germicidal lights, and whole-house dehumidifiers can change a sniffly and wheezing allergy season into a healthy and enjoyable spring. Talk to our staff today to learn about the many options available for lowering the amount of allergens circulating through your house.

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Purl’s Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning Earns Esteemed 2016 Angie’s List Super Service Award

Monday, January 16th, 2017

We’re happy to announce that Purl’s Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning has earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award. This reflects our company’s consistently high level of service to customers and a fantastic 2016 delivering the best in quality HVAC to members of Angie’s List, a local services marketplace and consumer review site.

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