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Furnace Not Blowing Hot Air: Troublshooting Tips

We'll teach you about troubleshooting a furnace that's not blowing hot air. Covering everything from checking your thermostat and air filter to understanding when it's time to call a professional, we aim to empower you with the knowledge to keep your home warm and cozy.

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The Best Sump Pump Alarms & Battery Backup Pumps

We'll teach you about the crucial role of sump pump alarms and battery backup systems in protecting your home from water damage. We delve into how to select the right system for your needs, maintenance tips to ensure longevity, and the benefits of integrating these systems with your home automation for enhanced monitoring and efficiency.

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How do Smart Thermostats Compare to Manual or Programmable Thermostats in Energy Savings?

Explore the advantages of smart thermostats over manual and programmable ones, focusing on energy savings, learning capabilities, and smart features. We delve into how these innovative devices learn your preferences, adjust temperatures for optimal comfort and efficiency, and ultimately reduce heating and cooling bills in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.

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7 Plumbing Tools You Should Have in Your Toolbox

Every home needs to have a toolbox with basic tools for those inevitable small jobs that always come up when you become a homeowner. While you don't have to go out and buy a slew of tools all at once, the following are ones that you should plan to add to your toolbox along the way.

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5 Signs Your Water Heater Is on the Verge of Failing

Are you a fan of ice-cold showers? No? Then you should know most water heaters last a maximum of 12 years, and once yours starts approaching the end of its life, it’ll let you know. But unless you’re aware of the signs of a failing water heater, you might not recognize there’s even an issue until it’s too late and you’re stuck without hot water.

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6 Minor Plumbing Problems You Should Never Ignore

Some seemingly insignificant plumbing problems are more serious than you might assume. Click to learn which minor plumbing issues can create major problems when they’re left unrepaired.

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What is Scale? Can it Affect Your Plumbing?

You know that white gunk you see accumulating on your faucets and showerheads? It isn’t just unsightly; it can be downright damaging to your plumbing if you allow it to accumulate. At Steve’s Plumbing at Heating, we know how incredibly mineralized our central Wisconsin water is, which means that unless your home has a water softener, you’ve definitely got scale buildup. So what exactly is scale, how can it damage your plumbing, and what can you do about it? Let’s take a look.

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Indoor Air Quality and Winter Allergies: How Air Purification Helps

In Minnesota, bitter cold necessitates staying indoors for the majority of the winter. Unfortunately, staying indoors for months at a time can significantly impact your health if your home has poor air quality. At Steve’s Plumbing and Heating, we’re well aware of the negative effects air can have on your body, which is why we provide high-quality air purification to homeowners throughout the Twin Cities metro. If you suffer from persistent allergy symptoms or nagging health issues, an air purification system can help alleviate your health concerns. Curious about what it can do for you and your family’s health? Let’s take a look.

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8 Things You Should Never Put Down Your Drains

Tossing things down the drain when you’re in a hurry might seem convenient—after all, if it goes down, it’s basically like throwing it away, right? Wrong. When you toss the wrong things down your drain, they can get caught in your plumbing, potentially contributing to severe clogs. At Steve’s Plumbing and Heating, it’s our job to keep your plumbing functioning as efficiently as possible. To help you keep your pipes in top form, we’ve put together this list of eight things you should never put down your drains. Take a look.

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Furnace vs. Heat Pump: Which Should You Choose?

If you’re looking to upgrade your heating system before winter strikes, you’re almost out of time! When it comes to heating your home, you have a couple of options: a furnace or a heat pump. Which one should you choose? Is one better than the other? At Steve’s Plumbing and Heating, we get a lot of questions from homeowners who aren’t sure which heating option is best suited to their home. We’ve put together this brief breakdown of the differences between a heat pump and a furnace and what you should consider when making your decision.

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