Comfy Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Water Heaters’ Category

Reasons to Upgrade to a Heat Pump Water Heater

Monday, November 6th, 2023

When it comes to heating water for our homes most of us have relied on traditional water heaters for years. But have you ever considered heat pump water heater installation in Walnut Creek, CA? It’s an eco-friendly, energy-efficient, and cost-effective alternative that might just revolutionize the way you experience hot water. Take a few minutes to understand the world of heat pump water heaters and explore the compelling reasons for making the switch.

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How Your Water Heater Affects Your Air Conditioner

Monday, January 30th, 2023
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Your water heater isn’t heating your home, so how could it even impact your air conditioner in the first place? As funny as it is, your water heater can actually benefit from your air conditioner.

When your air conditioner “creates” cold air, it produces heat as a byproduct. All that heat goes to waste, so you’re getting what you want (being cold air), but also wasting all that heat in the process.

Even if you don’t utilize that excess heat, your water heater and air conditioner can still impact one another.

So, does your water heater affect the air conditioner? Yes, but not in the way you were probably thinking when you stumbled upon this article. Let’s explain.

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How to Know if Your Water Heater’s Heating Element Is in Danger

Monday, December 19th, 2022
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Your water heater is supposed to be there for you, day in and day out. You turn on your faucet and expect to purge a bit of cold water out, but then the hot water never comes. Either that, or it’s just lukewarm. Is there something wrong with your water heater?

It’s not always easy to know if you need water heater repair in San Ramon. If your water heater is still turning on and producing some level of hot water, then the problem may not be so on the nose. Instead, it could be a failing heating element that isn’t doing its job in the same way that it was before. Let’s help you find out if that’s the problem.

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Repair vs. Replacement: How to Know When Your Water Heater Has Had Enough

Monday, November 7th, 2022
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Your water heater is having trouble again, and you’re wondering how expensive this next repair is going to be. It could be more than you expect if your water heater is on its last leg.

There are a few things you need to know about your current water heater that will help you find out if this is a repair call, or if you need water heater replacement to fix the problem.

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Is Your Water Heater Properly Insulated?

Monday, March 14th, 2022

When it comes to water heaters, insulation is everything. It has a direct impact on the efficiency, cost, and operation of your system. Despite not always coming as standard, can prove to be an extremely beneficial investment. In this article, we’ll review the role of insulation as it pertains to a water heater and the importance of valuing it for yours.

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Get Your Water Heater Installed the Right Way

Monday, May 10th, 2021

Water heaters are complex systems. This isn’t just because they heat the water that you depend on, it’s because decade after decade they’ve become more energy-efficient and effective at providing fast and reliable hot water. These improvements are from some serious upgrades in technology recently, which then makes these systems (which used to be fairly simple) complicated and require professional service.

Unfortunately, many problems we see with water heater installation in Alameda, CA can be relegated to the fact that homeowners went out of their way to hire the cheapest amateur they could find. Whether it was a trusty neighbor or a family friend that’s handy with tools, amateurs are a dime a dozen these days and we understand the proclivity to hire one. However, installing your water hater the wrong way can cost you a lot more than you might think. Read on to learn more.

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Not All Water Heaters Are the Same

Monday, April 26th, 2021

When you’re shopping for a new home or you’re looking for ways to improve your home’s quality, it’s important that there’s a powerful water heater available. However, homeowners rarely ask about the type of water heater they’re investing in, and more about whether it works or not. While a tank water heater can absolutely work well and is the most common system you’ll see, it’s not the be-all-end-all water heating system.

There are other water heating systems out there, and some of them might be better suited for your home, your family, or your energy needs. If you’re looking at a new home or are investing in a water heater in Danville, CA, then we highly suggest you talk to us. Our team can walk you through some of the newer, budding technology in this field and set you up for success in the next decade.

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Save Water, Help Your Water Heater

Monday, January 4th, 2021

Here’s a fact we bet you didn’t know about your water heater: when more water passes through it, it suffers from wear and tear than it wouldn’t otherwise. This isn’t a bad thing, because we wouldn’t tell you not to use your water heater. It’s precisely why you got a water heater, right?

We are here to tell you that there are ways to conserve water that you might not have ever thought about. These conservation techniques can make your life easier because they reduce the strain on your water heater. You’ll save money down the line and you won’t need to call as often as normal for services on your water heater in San Ramon, CA. Basically, these tips we’re about to share with you can help the environment and your wallet in one fell swoop. So, what do you say?

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Pay Attention to These Water Heater Noises

Monday, October 26th, 2020

Water heaters are a vital part of our daily lives. We work on them day in and day out, so we know just how much homeowners depend on them. That means that any issues that surface with a water heater should be addressed as soon as possible. Otherwise, you could see yourself taking a cold shower on the one day you wish you had hot water.

Luckily, many water heater woes can actually be detected by homeowners. We urge people to pay attention to noises that a water heater might make, or for other issues like leaks and puddles so that you can act appropriately and call a professional for water heater service in San Ramon, CA.

From popping sounds to other ticking noises, a water heater can tell you exactly how it’s feeling with the exclamations it makes at night.

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Get Efficient, Go Tankless!

Monday, December 23rd, 2019

tankless-water-heater-diagramYes, tankless water heaters in San Ramon, CA do exist, and they could be exactly what you’re looking for. In climates like ours, efficiency quickly becomes the number one priority, since we don’t need too much energy or fuel to keep our homes comfortable all throughout the year. Sure we’ve got some chilly nights, but we’re not dealing with snowstorms and cold chills that can threaten our property with sub-zero temperatures.

So, on today’s episode of, “How can my home be more efficient,” we’re going to take some time to talk about tankless water heaters and how they could give you a serious boon in efficiency. They’re pretty nifty pieces of technology that can give you instant and almost unlimited hot water usage if they’re installed correctly. With that said, if you’re finding yourself drawn towards a tankless water heater, make sure you get it installed by our team of pros!

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