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

5 Signs Your AC Needs Repair

April 17th, 2023

Spring is here, and summer is not far behind. As the temperatures heat up, you want to make sure that your air conditioner is in the best condition for keeping your home cool all year long. The problem is that AC repairs can sneak up and surprise you, impacting your air conditioner’s ability to cool.

The good news is, you can stay ahead of air conditioning repair by paying attention to the subtle signs that something is wrong. AC repairs don’t really just pop up overnight without any warning signs. The key is to know what to look for and to give us a call right away when you notice that something is wrong.

Electric Furnaces Need Maintenance, Too!

April 3rd, 2023

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If you have an electric furnace, you may be thinking that you don’t need to schedule annual maintenance. After all, it’s not a gas appliance that needs to be monitored as closely or wiped down, right? But the truth is, all of your home appliances need maintenance to work their best. This includes your electric furnace.

If you have an electric furnace in Butler, now is a great time to schedule maintenance. It’s the end of the heating season, and your furnace has worked hard for several months now. We’re looking forward to warmer temperatures, and you’ll be turning your furnace off until the next season. Ideally, you want to address any problems now so that you know your furnace is in great shape when you turn it on again.

9 Most Common Boiler Problems and How to Fix Them

March 20th, 2023

Having a boiler is a great way to heat your home. But like everything else, boilers face problems from time to time. The good news is, many boilers have a display that will offer an error code if something goes wrong. You may be tempted to come up with a DIY solution after searching online for what the error code means.

But handling boiler problems can be very dangerous if you don’t know exactly what you’re doing. Instead, you should leave boiler repair in Allison Park up to the experts, and our team is who you want to call. Keep reading to learn about the most common boiler problems and how we can fix them.

These Are the Leading Reasons You May Need Heating Repair Now

March 6th, 2023

The winter season is almost over, and if you’ve made it through with your heater working great, you’re probably feeling pretty confident about your heater. But whether your heater is working well or giving you cause for concern, you still need to invest in heating repair before the season is over.

Your heater has been working hard all winter long to keep your home warm and has likely had to undergo a lot of strain. When you have our team come out for a heater tune-up, we can address small repair needs now so that when the next winter season rolls around, you know that it is ready to go. Keep reading to learn more about why heating repair is so crucial even at this time of year.

Causes of Odors From Your Pipes and How to Fix Them

February 20th, 2023

If your home has an unusual odor that you just can’t get rid of, your drains may be to blame. It’s easy for a clog to develop and bacteria to grow and spread within your plumbing system. You may not even think about the fact that your drains can contribute to bad odors in your home, but it’s probably more likely than you realize.

If you think that your drains are contributing to bad smells in your home, you need a plumber in Butler. Our team is here to help, no matter how big or small the problem is. In the meantime, you can learn more about how your pipes can lead to widespread odors, and what to do about it.

Your Furnace Blower Motor is Out, Now What?

February 6th, 2023

Your furnace has a blower motor that helps to move heated air through the system and into your home. There are a variety of reasons that your furnace blower might stop working. While you may be tempted to troubleshoot these on your own, it’s always a good idea to enlist the help of an expert.

Even if you have the best intentions, if you don’t know exactly what you’re doing, you can cause more harm than good. If you need furnace repair in Butler County, our team is happy to help. In the meantime, you can learn more about why your furnace blower motor is out and what you need to do next.

What is Included in Furnace Installation?

January 23rd, 2023

Your older furnace is likely using much more energy as it ages compared to what a newer version would use. Upgrading your furnace is a big investment, but it can also save you on your monthly energy bills. If you are thinking about installing a new furnace in your home, you may be wondering what exactly happens during the installation process.

The Department of Energy estimates that your furnace can waste up to 30% of its energy use if it is not properly installed. You want to make sure that a certified professional completes your furnace installation. This includes mobile home furnace installation, too. Keep reading to learn more about what is included in the furnace installation process.

How Big of a Generator Do I Need?

January 9th, 2023

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No matter where you live, you likely face the possibility of a power outage due to inclement weather. Some power outages only last for a few hours, but others can last for days and even weeks. In the winter, this can mean your pipes, freezing, your food going bad, and your basements flooding.

Fortunately, there’s an easy way to avoid the common problems that come with power outages. That solution is a whole-house generator. Whole-house generators come in all shapes and sizes so they can meet your needs no matter what size your house is. Learn more about choosing the right size generator for your house.

How Does Video Pipe Inspection Work?

December 26th, 2022

Some plumbing problems are typical. They are easy to find, and easy to fix. Other plumbing problems may seem to be a mystery. You can’t find exactly where the problem originates from, so it seems like it is impossible to address. If you have a clog, leak, or blockage from the plumbing that is below your foundation, or outside of your home, it can be a little bit more difficult to fix.

But that doesn’t make it impossible. Our team can complete a video pipe inspection using cameras that we feed into sections of your plumbing that we could not otherwise see. We can use this method on pipes as small as 1.5 inches wide. If you have a plumbing problem that you think, requires a video pipe inspection in Allison Park, give us a call. In the meantime, you can keep reading to learn more about how a video pipe inspection works.

When Should I Worry About My Furnace?

December 12th, 2022

There are three levels of worry when it comes to your furnace. The first level is not being worried at all. Your furnace is working great and you rarely even think about the appliance at all. The second level is questionable. You suspect that something might be wrong, but you could also be imagining things. The third level is when problems are obvious. You have loud sounds and unusual smells and your heater function may be compromised.

Ideally, you want to identify problems when they are still small. Once furnace problems become obvious, the problems are more significant which means they’re also more costly and complex. If you’ve been searching for “furnace repair near me” and landed here, you’re in the right place. We have a team of experts who live to fix heater problems in the winter.

First, you have to be able to identify those problems.