JD's Prompt Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Lubbock’

Portable vs. Whole Home Air Purifiers

Monday, March 3rd, 2025
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People often mention stepping outside for a bit of fresh air. But did you know just how fresh that outdoor air is? Almost always, indoor air is much more contaminated than outdoor air. In your home, the air you breathe is full of all kinds of particles, microbes, dust, and mess. But it doesn’t have to be! Let’s talk about air purifiers

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An Air Purifier Can Keep Your Family Safe

Monday, February 3rd, 2025
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It’s terrible to get sick with a cold, flu, or COVID. But it’s even worse to watch your loved ones suffer through being ill! And of course, if there was something you could do to prevent them from being exposed to all those extra winter germs, you’d want to know all about it, right? Well, we have a way to keep your family safe from the threat of constant cold-and-flu-season illnesses. It’s an air purifier! Here’s how it works.

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Awful Odors: Do You Need Furnace Repair?

Monday, January 6th, 2025
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Oh, no, something stinks. Is that your furnace? When a bad smell drifts to your nose every time the heat is on, don’t ignore it. There could be a serious problem. So what is wrong with your heating system? Do all heating system odors mean that furnace repairs are needed? We’ll break things down for you, so you can make the right choice.

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What’s in Your Ducts? All About Air Duct Cleaning

Monday, December 23rd, 2024
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Ductwork does an amazing job in our homes. It makes it so the heat or coolness doesn’t stay right next to the furnace or air conditioner, and instead makes it all around the house so we’re comfortable in any room. That’s pretty spectacular. But because it’s tucked away out of sight, it can get pretty dirty in there. And you don’t want mess carried around your house along with the hot or cold air!

What kind of mess are we talking about? A lot of unpleasant things can end up in your ductwork. That’s why it’s important to have it professionally cleaned. Why? We’ll tell you all about it.

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All About Water Heater Installation

Monday, October 28th, 2024
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While it’s easy to forget about your water heater until something goes wrong and you end up in a cold shower, the fact is that you should make sure to pay attention to this vital appliance from time to time! They don’t last forever, and eventually, you’ll need to have your water heater replaced. 

When that time comes, you’ll probably have a lot of questions. Do I really need to replace my water heater, or can I have it repaired? What are my options for a new system? Is one better than another? What is involved in water heater installation, and how long will it take? We’ve got answers for you.

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Refrigerant Updates in 2025: Why Now Is the Best Time for an Upgrade

Monday, October 14th, 2024
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From time to time, major advances occur in various fields, whether it’s psychology, paleontology, or HVAC manufacturing. When new information becomes available, new things become possible! And the HVAC industry has seen some major improvements in recent years. A lot of these improvements are making air conditioners and heat pumps more efficient and environmentally-friendly.

One such change is the types of refrigerants that can be made. Now that we don’t have to use less-efficient and environmentally-harmful types of refrigerant, a mandate is taking effect which will require HVAC manufacturers to use these newer, better refrigerants. While the 2025 refrigerant mandate has positive impacts, it does pose some challenges. Here’s how you and your air conditioner might be affected. 

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Your Business Needs a Commercial Plumbing Expert

Monday, September 16th, 2024
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So many things can be done today by watching a quick DIY video. But don’t try to DIY your commercial plumbing! If you own a business or property, you can’t afford to take that risk. Amateur attempts at plumbing often lead to disaster, water damage, wasted money, and more. So should you leave plumbing jobs to your general building maintenance department? No!

What you need is a plumber, and there are two things you need that plumber to be. The first is experienced with commercial properties in general, and the second is knowledgeable about your property in particular. Here’s how your business will benefit from having a consistent, reliable commercial plumbing expert. 

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Stay Healthier and Happier with an Air Purifier

Monday, September 2nd, 2024
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‘Tis the season to stay indoors more of the time, have kids bring germs home from school, and get exposed to many more colds, as well as the flu, Covid, and everything else. It’s challenging to stay healthy during the fall and winter, and breathing recirculated air that contains everyone else’s exhales and sneezes makes it very easy to get sick.

At this time of year, many people are considering how they might be able to cut down on their risk of illness and improve their well-being in the coming season, especially so their kids won’t miss school and their families will be able to celebrate the holidays without worry. What can you do to stay healthier and happier during cold and flu season? Consider an air purifier! Here’s what you should know.

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Is Your AC Short Cycling? Here’s What to Do

Monday, August 19th, 2024
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Your air conditioner runs in cycles. The thermostat calls for cooling, the compressor kicks on, and the system runs for a little while before shutting off to wait for the next call for cooling. This should only be happening three or four times an hour. But sometimes it happens much too frequently. It could even be every three or four minutes! What’s going on?

This is called short cycling. It’s a symptom of a variety of potential root issues with your air conditioner. It will also be the cause of other problems if you don’t get it repaired promptly! Why is your AC short cycling? What should you do about it? How can you make sure it won’t happen again? We’ve got the info you need.

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Prep Your Home for AC Installation

Monday, August 5th, 2024
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One question people often ask is how long AC replacement appointments take. And the answer is that it varies! Not very helpful, we know. But we do have something more helpful to offer: a checklist for how to get your home all ready for your installation appointment. When you prep your home for AC installation, the process will be faster and simpler, and you’ll be enjoying your new system sooner.

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