Roadrunner Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing Blog: Archive for March, 2016

You Really Need a Backflow Prevention Device: Here’s Why

Monday, March 28th, 2016

Have you ever been washing your hands, or taking a shower, and suddenly found a large amount of gross water bubbling up out of the drain? If so, you have a backflow problem. Backflow is a serious issue that affects millions of homes across the country. It’s such a problem that the majority of cities have made it mandatory for all homes to be equipped with a backflow prevention device. Even if you aren’t legally required to have a backflow prevention device installed in your home, you should do so anyway. Read on to find out why.

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Consider Installing an Automatic Shutoff Valve

Monday, March 21st, 2016

Have you ever had to repair extensive water damage in your home? If you haven’t, you should know that it’s not pretty. Water damage can be very widespread, even from something as small as a leaking toilet seal overnight. Repairing that kind of damage can cost thousands of dollars, which is why it’s in your best interests to prevent it from ever happening in the first place. Read on to find out how an automatic shutoff valve can help you out.

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Get Your Ducts Sealed to Stay Cool This Summer

Monday, March 14th, 2016

Winter is over, and the days are already starting to heat up. As you go through the process of getting your home ready for summer, are you making sure that your ducts are in good shape? If not, you could be leaving your air conditioning system open to some serious efficiency problems. Let’s take a look at duct sealing, and how it can help you this summer.

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Why You Should Schedule AC Maintenance Right Now

Monday, March 7th, 2016

The days are starting to warm up, and that means that it’s time to get your home ready for summer right away. One of the most important things you should do to prepare is schedule preventive air conditioning maintenance. Read on to find out more about the benefits of preventive AC maintenance, and why you should schedule it every spring.

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