HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical Blog

Why Does My AC System Run Nonstop?

August 22nd, 2022

When the heat gets intense, the idea of an air conditioning system running all the time sounds nice. Of course, you know you can’t have a nonstop air conditioner—it’s a huge waste of money and eventually the house will become too cold.

So if you notice that your air conditioning system seems to run in cycles that are longer than it normal, it’s a problem. There may be a simple reason for your runaway air conditioner, or you may need to schedule AC service in Brockport, NY with our technicians to have it repaired. Below we’ll look at some of the possible reasons you’ve got an air conditioner that won’t stop when you want it to.

Heat Pumps vs. Air Conditioners

August 15th, 2022

Heat pumps are becoming more popular in residential homes today. They’ve even received coverage from major media outlets because of the benefits they can offer not only to homes but the whole country thanks to their lower energy use and reduced emissions.

We offer heat pump service in Rochester, NY and we think they’re great HVAC systems. We want more people to know what they’re about, so below we’ve done a breakdown of the differences between an air conditioner and a heat pump.

5 Common Plumbing Issues for New Homeowners

August 1st, 2022

Congratulations, you’re a new homeowner. You’re probably already aware that owning a home comes with plenty of responsibilities, especially if this is an older home. When you run down your checklist of changes, repairs, renovations, and remodeling projects you want done, make sure you don’t neglect the plumbing system.

New homeowners can run into several significant plumbing issues that will require professional plumbing service in Rochester to correct. Below we’ve listed five of the most common plumbing concerns new homeowners can face.

Why Is My AC System Overheating?

July 25th, 2022

Have you recently had the ability to cool your home interrupted because the circuit breaker for the air conditioner suddenly tripped? If this continues to happen, it means you have an AC that’s overheating and overloading the circuit. Essentially what’s occurring is that the air conditioner is working harder than it should.

Under normal use, even in the middle of hot weather, the AC shouldn’t overheat. When it does, it’s because of a problem with it that you’ll need to address.

These are the four most common reasons for an overheating air conditioner:

Does My AC Thermostat Need To Be Replaced?

July 18th, 2022

The thermostat doesn’t receive as much attention as it deserves as part of a home’s HVAC system. After all, it doesn’t feel like it’s connected to the bigger machinery of the air conditioner such as the blower, the heater, and the ductwork. But the thermostat is the control panel for a comfort system, the “brains” of the heating and cooling. Like any part of the HVAC system, a thermostat can wear down and become obsolete, leading to poorer performance from the rest of the system.

A thermostat will eventually need a replacement. How can you tell when your thermostat is ready for an upgrade?

5 Common Electrical Issues For New Homeowners

July 11th, 2022

Purchasing a new house is an exciting and intimidating endeavor. When new homeowners move in, they’ll start to discover many places where they’ll need to make adjustments and improvements. The electrical system is often one part of a house that will need professional work.

Below we’ve listed five common electrical issues new homeowners often encounter. Our professional electricians can help you out if you’ve got these problems in your new house.

Triple-O’s Guide to Geothermal

July 4th, 2022

Geothermal energy is one of the fastest-growing residential and commercial technologies. Where homeowners once saw using geothermal power as out of their reach—both in terms of cost and space—the ground-source heat pump is now a common installation in more homes than ever before.

At Triple-O, we’re invested in helping homeowners discover the benefits of geothermal technology for heating and cooling their homes. Below, we’ve provided a short guide to geothermal power as a home comfort system. If you want more information about geothermal in Rochester, NY, our team is happy to answer all your questions and help you make the best choice for the future of heating and cooling your house.

The Best AC Systems

June 27th, 2022

Once upon a time, if you wanted air conditioning for your house, you only had two options. You could purchase separate window AC units or you could use a central air conditioning system. The first option was never ideal—window ACs are awkward, don’t offer enough cooling power, block windows, and are generally impractical for providing comfort to an entire home. A central air conditioning system offered homeowners what they wanted in general comfort, but not all homes could use them.

Today, you have more options for a quality AC system. Our AC system service in Churchville, NY installs central air conditioning, heat pumps, and ductless mini split heat pumps. There are benefits to each of these, and which one is right for you will depend on several factors. We’ll look at these three types below.

4 Reasons to Call a Drain Cleaning Pro

June 20th, 2022

One of the most important plumbing jobs we do at Triple-O is drain cleaning in Rochester, NY and throughout the Greater Rochester area. Using the most advanced equipment, we scour the inside of drains to remove clogs and heavy build-up. It’s a fast process and leaves drains in a like-new condition.

When do you need drain cleaning? Below we’ve listed four great reasons to call in a pro.

4 Common Water Heater Questions

June 13th, 2022

We work with storage tank and tankless water heaters at Triple-O: installing, replacing, repairing, maintenance—we do it all. When working with our customers, we come across many of the same questions about water heaters. In this post, we’ll answer four of the ones we hear the most often. We’re here to help whenever you need us for water heater service in Rochester, NY.