Why Your Water Heater Needs an Expansion Tank

May 4, 2023

Installing a new water heater in your Sacramento, CA home could prove more involved than you think. When homes have closed plumbing systems, their water heaters need an expansion tank. These small, secondary tanks account for the thermal expansion that water undergoes as its temperature rises. Expansion tanks prevent excess pressure within the water heaters themselves, limit wear and tear, and minimize the risk of tank ruptures. Read on to find out more. WHAT IS A CLOSED PLUMBING SYSTEM? Also known as a closed loop system, a closed plumbing system prevents water from flowing in

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When To Upgrade Your Water Heater

April 13, 2023

Your water heater is easy to ignore — right up until the morning it hands you a cold shower. Most last 8 to 12 years, and they rarely fail at a convenient time. Knowing the warning signs lets you upgrade on your terms instead of scrambling. Here’s what the Stand Up Guys at Gallagher’s watch for. The signs it’s time Age. Past 10 years, you’re on borrowed time. Check the label for the manufacture date. Running out of hot water faster than it used to — the capacity or heating element is fading. Rumbling or popping — sediment built

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How Air Purifiers Can Help Relieve Allergy Symptoms

April 4, 2023

If your allergies flare up inside your own home, you’re not imagining it. Between North Valley dust, wildfire-smoke season, pollen, and homes sealed up tight with the AC running, indoor air can carry more allergens than the air outside. The good news: an air purifier can make a real difference. Here’s how the Stand Up Guys at Gallagher’s think about it. How air purifiers actually work An air purifier pulls air through a filter that captures airborne particles — dust, pollen, pet dander, mold spores, and smoke — and returns cleaner air to the room. A quality HEPA-grade filter traps

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Keep Your Home in Great Shape With An Annual Plumbing Inspection

April 3, 2023

Homeowners have the important task of keeping their homes fully functional all year long. It pays off to take proactive steps to prevent home damage. One area of your home that is easy to overlook but is hugely important is your plumbing system. By getting an annual plumbing inspection, you will find minor issues before they grow into expensive problems. WHY SHOULD I REQUEST ANNUAL PLUMBING INSPECTIONS? As a homeowner, sometimes it is easy to ignore your plumbing system until you have a problem. However, being proactive can save you money in expensive repairs and the disruptive time

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The Benefits of Hiring a Licensed and Certified Plumber

March 22, 2023

When water’s involved, a small mistake gets expensive fast. A leaky faucet is one thing; a botched repair behind a wall is another. That’s why, for anything beyond the simplest fix, it pays to call a licensed, insured plumber. Here’s what that actually gets you — from the Stand Up Guys at Gallagher’s. Why “licensed” matters A licensed plumber has proven training and knows the plumbing code — the rules that keep your water safe and your home protected. Work done to code passes inspection, protects your home’s value, and won’t come back to bite you when you sell. Insurance

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Whole House Water Filters Are the Future for Californians

March 20, 2023

If you’re a Californian, you’re likely familiar with the state’s ongoing water crisis. Many areas of the state have long been experiencing droughts and water shortages, worsened further by climate change. Water quality has also been affected, with contaminants and pollutants finding their way into the water supply. As a result, it may be time to consider whole house water filters. WHY CALIFORNIANS NEED WHOLE-HOUSE WATER FILTERS Water filters are a solution to this problem. Still, many people only think of point-of-use filters attached to a single faucet. However, a whole-house water filter is able to bring clean

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9 Common Summer Plumbing Issues to Look For

March 1, 2023

Summer is a time for sunshine and warm weather, but it can also bring plumbing problems if you’re unprepared. From clogs and leaks to broken pipes, the hot temps of summer can wreak havoc on your home’s plumbing system. Proactively catching any signs of trouble early will help protect your pocketbook from expensive repairs. Below are some common summer plumbing issues that every homeowner should look out for as the temperatures rise. 1. LEAKING FAUCETS Fixtures like faucets and toilets can wear down during high humidity and intense heat due to metal components’ expansion and contraction. This can

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Understanding Ducted vs. Ductless Mini-Split Systems

February 20, 2023

Ducted vs. ductless mini-split air conditioners are climate control options in residential and commercial buildings. Both are great at heating and cooling. however, key differences make one better than the other in certain cases. Ducted air conditioners are ideal for big, centralized systems throughout the building. Air is collected from the space and cooled. After that, it is moved to your indoor rooms through ducts. Ductless systems are suitable for smaller areas such as single rooms or apartments. These mini-split units consist of two main components. These are an outdoor compressor and one or

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A Closer Look at the Water Quality in California

February 10, 2023

When most people think about the Sacramento area, they think about modern cities with solid infrastructure. Issues with the water quality in California are probably the last thing that comes to mind. However, recent reports show that California may have a bigger problem with water quality than previously thought. POLLUTANTS AFFECTING THE WATER IN CALIFORNIA Many California residents use drinking water that could contain high levels of contaminants, including nitrates, arsenic, and worse. Although all water pollutant issues affect the entire state, they especially affect California’s poor communities. CALIFORNIA LAW AND CLEAN WATER

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Why Won’t My HVAC Fan Stop Running?

February 2, 2023

Your home’s HVAC system has many individual components. Each component works together to perform the heating and cooling you love. The HVAC fan is just one of those parts, but you may notice that it runs longer than the others. Don’t worry, it’s normal for your HVAC fan to run a bit both before and after running air conditioning. However, when the fan continues to run for hours on its own, you have a problem. Keep reading to find troubleshooting and advice on a runaway HVAC fan. HOW AN HVAC FAN SHOULD WORK NORMALLY Your

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