HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical Blog by Kennihan Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

When Do You Need to Call for Heating Repair?

January 11th, 2021

You’ve got a house that’s colder than it should be, and that isn’t right—because you’ve been trying to run the heater. Something isn’t working. Obviously, you don’t want to just shrug and ignore it, and then have your family wear parkas indoors for the rest of the winter. It sounds like you need to call us for heating repairs in Wexford, PA.

But wait a moment … sometimes there may be a simple explanation behind why your heater isn’t providing you with the comfort you expect. There are troubleshooting steps you can take to make sure there isn’t a basic problem you can quickly correct. So before you call for heating repair, here are a few steps to take:

Geothermal Heat Pumps: Everything You Need to Know

January 11th, 2021

A geothermal heat pump is simply one of the coolest inventions of modern history–not that we are biased as a HVAC company or anything! What is so amazing about geothermal is the fact that you are using the heat from the soil right below you to keep your home warm during the winter months. Then, in the summer you extract the heat from your home and send it back to the ground. You don’t need a lot of energy from the utility company in order to do this (just a little bit for moving parts) so your bill goes way down.

Yes, the cost upfront is higher, but you also get the benefit of claiming a tax credit against it. This year the credit for a geothermal project is 22% of the total cost of the installation. So, in short, your bill can go down to about a third of what it is, your installation price really costs you 78% of the price while you use renewable energy! What’s not to love?!

When You Need Better IAQ

December 28th, 2020

If you’ve struggled with your home’s heating this season and exhausted all your possible solutions to fix your home’s heater, you’re going to need to turn to your home’s indoor air quality. When people think about warmth in winter, they tend to think about their heater all on its own. This is a logical solution to come to and we understand this, but we don’t want you to stop here. Your indoor air quality is often something that’s overlooked when considering your comfort and it’s equally as important.

If you want better HVAC services in Cranberry Township, PA, we’re the team you can turn to for indoor air quality advice. We’ll assess your home and tell you exactly what you need. Today though, we’re here to give you the preliminary information you need involving your indoor air quality services.

When to Call for a Plumber

December 14th, 2020

A burst pipe - what you want to avoid this winter

You have a little leak in your home, but you think you can handle it on your own. It’s nothing too big. It’s nothing a screw can’t fix, right?

Unfortunately, you’d be wrong in this situation! The best thing to do is always to invest in a professional plumber in Wexford, PA. You want a plumber that’s going to do right by your home. You can trust our plumbers for the work because we have more than 50 years in the business. We also have a fundamental goal of positivity, safety, pride, and respect. We’re going to get the work done and we’re going to do it well.

7 Ways to Lower Your Heating Bills

November 30th, 2020

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It’s cold out and you’re relying on your heater more than ever. You want to stay warm, but you want to keep your heating bills low too, right? There are a few simple ways you can do this. We’re here to run you through some of the best ways to do this today.

We specialize in everything heating in Butler, PA. If you want to improve your heating this winter, we’re here to help you do it in more ways than one. You can rely on our professionals for everything you’re looking for: the tips, the expertise, and the professional service.

“What’s Wrong With My Furnace?”

November 16th, 2020

So many of us look forward to the winter season. You can look forward to warm days spent indoors cozied up with your loved ones, cups of hot cocoa, and all your favorite holiday movies. Although there’s so much to look forward to during the winter season, encountering a heating problem during the height of winter can be the worst.

Although you might encounter a little heating trouble this winter, we’re here to help you with everything. Call us when you want furnace repair in Wexford, PA. We’re the experts so we can provide you with absolutely everything you need when it comes to heating services. We have a full team of experts ready to help you.

We’re the 2020 National Contractor of the Year!

November 9th, 2020

We’re excited to announce that we’re the 2020 Medium Contractor of the Year! The National Comfort Institute (NCI) announced our achievement during the Virtual High-Performance HVAC Conference on October 7th, 2020. The award recognizes us for our quality, workmanship, and dedication to customer service.

Wondering why we’re “medium?” The award has three tiers: small (under $2 million annually in sales), medium (between $2 million and $6 million in sales), and large (more than $6 million in sales). We’re proud to say we’ve made the cut!

Flickering Lights? Here’s What to Do

November 2nd, 2020

Your home’s lights are flickering, and you don’t know what to do. Flickering lights are often a sign of a deeper electrical issue. You don’t want to ignore something like this. Trust us when we say that it’s important to have your electrical system under wraps. Think about it: you use your home’s electrical system more often than ever in the modern day. Think about all the appliances and personal items you wouldn’t be able to use if you didn’t have your home’s electrical system.

Do you need an electrician in Butler, PA? Then you have a great team of professionals on our team at your disposal. We’re qualified experts. This means that you can get the right electrical work you’re looking for from our team. We’re here for you to get the best work for home.

Pay Attention to Your IAQ!

October 19th, 2020

It’s officially fall in Gibsonia and we’re sure that you’re excited. We’re sure that you’re picking out your favorite pumpkin, pulling out your coziest sweaters, and maybe planning a weekend trip to go apple picking. While fall is a fun time of year, it’s important to pay attention to more than your heating too. We know that this is typically the center-focus, but we’re going to help you zoom out to focus on another part of your home that will help keep you warm—your indoor air quality.

If you want great HVAC services in Gibsonia, PA, you should come to our professionals. We’ve got everything that you need here. You can get in touch with our professionals any time for the work you need.

Yes, You Need a Plumber for This

October 5th, 2020

So you’re having a plumbing problem … but you’re not sure if you need to call up a professional. We’re here to help.

We know that the plumbing world can be a bit confusing as a homeowner. This is a major system in your house, but it’s largely out of sight and out of mind. You need to ensure that you’re taking care of your plumbing system with one of our plumbers in Cranberry Township, PA. We’re going to ensure that you have the best work available to you. You can trust our professionals for everything that you need.