Plumbing & HVAC Blog | AllTech Services, Inc.

Why Invest in Late-Season Heater Repairs?

March 27th, 2023

It’s about time to say goodbye to winter and hello to spring! It won’t be very long before you can shut down your heater for the season, and soon after that, you’ll start needing your air conditioner. But what about that worry you have that something’s just not quite right with your heater? Should you ignore it, hope it won’t cause a major failure in the next month or so, and then see if it has somehow resolved itself by the time you need your heater again in the fall?

No! You should address any concerns about your heater promptly, even if it’s late in the season. Here are some of the biggest reasons why.

Should You Have a Dual Fuel System Installed?

March 13th, 2023

It may sound overly complicated to have one system run on two different energy sources, but before you decide against it, you might want to learn more. What is a dual fuel system? Have you heard of it by another name? How does it work? What are the benefits and drawbacks? We’ll answer all these questions so that you can make a well-informed choice about whether this option is right for your home.

Why You Need a Professional Plumber for Your Gas Lines

February 27th, 2023

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When you think about jobs that you need a professional plumber for, chances are, you’re thinking about the pipes and fixtures in your home that use water. And of course, a plumber is the person for the job if you have a leaking pipe or a blocked drain, or if you are remodeling to add a bathroom to your home. But plumbers can do more than just work on water pipes. When you need work done on the gas lines in your home, a professional plumber is the person for that job, too. Here’s why.

Tips for Inspecting Your Sump Pump

February 13th, 2023

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If you have a sump pump, it has probably saved your behind—or at least your basement—on multiple occasions. Anyone who has cleaned up after water damage knows just how important it is to avoid having that happen again. Just knowing you have a sump pump at the ready can be extremely reassuring. But like any piece of machinery, sump pumps do encounter problems from time to time.

It might not feel like it, but spring is not too far away, and that’s the time of year when snowmelt and flooding make it most likely that your sump pump will have a lot of work to do. How can you be sure that your sump pump is in good working order and ready for whatever water comes its way?

How to Boost Heating Efficiency

January 30th, 2023

One of the biggest worries of homeowners is the cost of utilities. Often, the biggest utility cost is heating your home for the winter. Obviously, it’s critical for health and safety to keep a home at a reasonable temperature. But is there any way to decrease that expense without getting indoor frostbite or risking frozen pipes?

Yes! While there’s nothing you can do about the cost of energy, there are things you can do to decrease the amount of energy your home needs to keep cozy. We’ve got some tips for you that can help you save money this winter without sacrificing comfort.

Signs That You Need Professional Drain Cleaning

January 16th, 2023

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A clogged drain can derail your whole day. Maybe you were trying to clean up after a big dinner, and your sink just filled with dirty dish water and wouldn’t allow it to drain away. Maybe you were trying to take a shower, and you found yourself ankle-deep in water. Can you do something about the clogged drain yourself? And how can you tell when it’s time to call a plumber for professional help?

What Happens During Furnace Maintenance?

December 19th, 2022

We often stress the importance of having furnace maintenance done regularly and explain the ways that it improves the functioning and lengthens the lifetime of your furnace. But perhaps you don’t know exactly what occurs during the maintenance process. Being armed with knowledge about the comfort systems in your own home can be empowering, and we believe that knowledgeable customers are better able to make decisions that they’ll be happy with in the long term.

There are many steps to the furnace maintenance process, and we’d like to give you a behind-the-scenes tour. If you want to know exactly what to expect when you make an appointment for heating maintenance in Ashburn, VA, read on.

Why Your Water Heater Is Rumbling

December 5th, 2022

You’re relaxing at home, thinking everything is fine, and then you hear a strange noise. It sounds like something is rumbling. When you investigate, you discover that the rumbling sound is coming from your water heater. Is it a disaster? Is it going to explode?

The good news is that water heater explosions are extremely rare, to the point of being nearly unheard-of. If you have heard a story of a water heater exploding, it was almost definitely an old-fashioned steam-powered boiler, not the kind in use today. The bad news is that a rumbling sound indicates that you are in need of water heater repair in Manassas, VA. There are several things that could cause your water heater to make that rumbling noise. We’ll cover the two most likely possibilities.

How Do Plumbers Locate Hidden Leaks?

November 21st, 2022

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When you hear the words plumbing leak, you probably imagine something dramatic and obvious, like water spraying from a broken pipe under your kitchen sink.

However, not all plumbing leaks occur in easily visible locations, and they don’t always cause sudden gushes. Sometimes, a leak happens behind your walls, under your floors, or even under the concrete slab of your home’s foundation. This may seem like an impossible situation. But take heart! Plumbers have some high-tech equipment that helps them pinpoint the location of leaks so they can be fixed.

Hydro Jetting: The Drain-Cleaning Power of Water!

November 7th, 2022

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Perhaps you’ve heard of hydro jetting and want to know more about it. Maybe you’ve struggled with drain snakes or been tempted to use chemical drain-cleaning solutions because of your home’s slow-draining sinks or clogged pipes. Fear not: your problems can be solved with only the power of water!