Dalton Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electric and Fireplaces, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Waverly’

The Function of Your Air Conditioner’s Capacitor

Monday, June 27th, 2016

As summer is officially here, you’re probably using your air conditioner more and more already. As temperatures climb, it will likely be on constantly. As familiar as you are with using your AC however, you probably don’t know much about the individual components that allow your system to cool your home.

Of course, we don’t expect our customers to understand every detail of an air conditioning system; that’s our job! However, it can be advantageous to at least have a basic understanding of some of the important components of your home cooling system, so that when something does go wrong you understand the necessity for quick repairs. One component that people should be aware of is the capacitor.

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Is your Geothermal System Ready for Replacement?

Monday, May 16th, 2016

Geothermal cooling is one of the most efficient ways to condition your air during the summer. This type of ground-source cooling uses the steady temperature of the earth, which varies only slightly no matter what the surface temperature is. Geothermal systems are remarkable durable, however just like any other type of appliance they wear down over time.

If you do have a geothermal system you use for cooling, then it is important to be aware of the signs that it is in disrepair, or possibly is even ready to be replaced. Keep reading for some common indicators.

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3 Causes of Clogged Toilets

Monday, April 11th, 2016

Toilets are the single most important plumbing appliance in your home, for obvious reasons. When they get clogged up, they can bring your household screeching to a halt, and while the simplest issues (i.e., clogs caused by human waste and toilet paper) can usually be covered by the use of a plunger and some good old-fashioned elbow grease, other causes require a professional plumber’s attention. Here in Waverly, IA, you have a reliable service on call to help, but we’ve found you can avoid a clogged toilet simply by monitoring what you flush down it during the day. Here are 3 causes of clogged toilets that should watch out for.

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