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No one is ready for their furnace to break down in the middle of a frigid central Wisconsin day or night. Luckily, it’s possible to prevent complete breakdowns simply by paying attention to the signs your furnace gives you. Most units that are in need of furnace repairs exhibit one or more of the following issues, so if you notice any of these signs, call a heating and cooling professional for help right away.

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When you own a home in central Wisconsin, you know there’s always a chance your pipes might freeze at some point during the winter season. But frozen pipes aren’t the only potential plumbing issue you might encounter when temperatures dip below freezing and stay there. Read on to learn about three of the most common wintertime plumbing problems and what you should do to successfully handle each one.

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When you live in Wisconsin, you know there’s always a chance your plumbing pipes will freeze at some point throughout the winter. And if you fail to detect a frozen pipe promptly, the ice inside of it can expand and force it to burst, causing a serious plumbing leak and flooding inside your home.

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High heating bills got you down this winter? We get it. Heating a house throughout a Wisconsin winter can be ridiculously expensive, especially if you live in an older home. Luckily, there are several things you can do to reduce your monthly heating bills while maintaining a warm and cozy living space. Read on for our top four ways to heat your home for less this winter.

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If you’re like most homeowners, you know exactly where your HVAC vents are and can tell when they’re damaged or clogged with debris. But can you say the same for your plumbing vents? If not, those vents are located within your walls and exit your home through the roof. If you take a look at the top of your house, you should see one or more pipes poking up through the roofing: those are your plumbing vents.

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Would you like to lower your heating and cooling bills? Or perhaps you’re looking to decrease your environmental footprint a bit? Have you thought about implementing a combined heat pump and furnace heating system (aka a hybrid or dual-fuel system) in your central Wisconsin home? If not, it may be time to start contemplating making the switch.

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When you live in a cold climate like ours in Central Wisconsin, there’s always a risk one or more of your pipes will freeze when outdoor temperatures drop. And if the water inside any of your pipes does freeze, it can expand to the point of bursting, which could leave you with a significant plumbing leak, serious water damage, and pricey water bills.

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Boilers are still a popular household heating option in central Wisconsin, and if your home has one, you should know the signs that indicate it’s time for boiler repair. When you can identify an existing or impending problem, you can tend to boiler repairs promptly, thereby minimizing your likelihood of facing pricey heating bills or a lack of heat inside your home.

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What should you do when you notice water collecting either on or around your water heater? Take immediate action. A leaky water heater can cause considerable damage to the structural components of your home, so if you want to avoid expensive water damage repairs, you must act quickly.

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Did you know the air inside your home could be up to five times more polluted than the air outdoors? If you’re concerned about your indoor air quality, you’ve probably wondered whether portable air purifiers or a whole-house air purification system can actually benefit you and your family. At Steve’s Plumbing & Heating, we specialize in air purification and are here to fill you in on what you need to know.

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