Fulmer Heating & Cooling Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Columbia’

5 Critical Upgrades Your Home Needs

Monday, June 24th, 2024

The electrical system in your house is like the nervous system in your body. It sends vital signals and keeps things running! Don’t take this crucial part of your home for granted. As the years go by, your needs change. Old equipment or fixtures might not suffice anymore. They may have degraded over time, or been damaged by water, rodents, or more.

Take some time and consider what your home’s electrical system is lacking, what hasn’t held up well over the years, and what could use some work. Want some suggestions? Here are five possible upgrades to your home’s electrical system that could make a huge difference, and might even be critical for safety or functionality.

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What’s That Smell? 5 Signs It’s Time for a Drain Cleaning

Monday, June 10th, 2024

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Your home’s plumbing has two systems which both need to be working properly in order for your home to function smoothly. There’s the water main coming into your home, which connects to all the faucets and fixtures with water lines. And then there’s the drainage system. This includes every drain, the pipes that carry the drain water away, and the sewer line they all lead to.

Drain problems can lead to some very unpleasant consequences, potentially even as bad as sewage backing up into your tubs and sinks! To prevent these problems, your drains and sewer line need occasional check-ups and cleanings.

How can you tell if it’s time for a drain cleaning? Well, the smell might give you a clue, and there are some other signs to watch out for as well.

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5 Signs It’s Time to Call an Electrician

Monday, May 13th, 2024

Electricity powers our modern lives but can also be dangerous when improperly maintained. Knowing when to call an electrician can prevent safety hazards and costly damages. Here are five signs indicating it’s time to pick up the phone and call a professional electrician in Columbia, SC.

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Why Hire Us for New Construction Plumbing Projects

Monday, April 15th, 2024

Hiring a plumber for a new construction plumbing project is crucial in ensuring the functionality and efficiency of your building’s plumbing system. Whether you’re constructing a new home or commercial building or renovating an existing structure, finding the right plumber can make a significant difference in the quality of your plumbing installation. Here are some key points when hiring a plumber for new construction plumbing in Columbia, SC.

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What Is Video Pipe Inspection for Plumbing Systems?

Monday, March 18th, 2024

Video pipe inspections are an often overlooked yet immensely valuable tool for diagnosing plumbing problems. This innovative technology allows homeowners to examine the hidden areas of their plumbing system and address a wide range of issues. Let’s explore how a video pipe inspection in Columbia, SC, is vital to protecting your home’s plumbing infrastructure.

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5 Signs Your Home Might Have a Slab Leak

Monday, March 4th, 2024

Your home is your sanctuary, and any unexpected issue can disrupt the peace it provides. One such hidden menace is a slab leak, where water pipes beneath the foundation start leaking. Fulmer Heating & Cooling understands the importance of early slab leak detection and resolution. This blog will explore the several of the signs of a slab leak to help you stay ahead of major problems.

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Should I Fix My Old Furnace or Get a Heat Pump?

Monday, February 19th, 2024

When your tried-and-true furnace doesn’t even turn on anymore, you have several options. You could replace it with another furnace, get a heat pump instead, or put off thinking about it until next heating season. Well, we hope you won’t put it off, but even if you do, you’ll need to choose between the first options then.

Let’s go over how to know if your furnace is salvageable and if not, what type of system you should replace it with. Beyond your budget, there are a few important factors to consider such as how long you intend to be in your home and if your household size may be changing. If you’re also noticing strange noises from your furnace, it’s worth checking out sounds that no heater should make for additional insight.

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3 Signs Your Main Water Line Needs Help

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

Did you know that one of the most important parts of your residential plumbing system lies outside of your house? We’re talking about your home’s main water line. This pipe is responsible for bringing fresh water into your home from the municipal system.

This pipe is buried within your property and doesn’t get any attention until it springs a leak or breaks. Issues can occur when the pipe material degrades due to age. Pipes from before the 1980s were often made from clay or galvanized steel which will decay over time.

Modern water lines are made from sturdier materials which are resistant to the corrosion that plagues older piping materials. If your main water line is old or incurs damage for some reason, you should be aware of these three signs that you may need water line repair to fix the main water line to your house.

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Is It Your HVAC System or Your Thermostat?

Monday, December 25th, 2023

There are some obvious things that prompt someone to call for HVAC Repair in Columbia, SC. An air conditioner that won’t blow cold air, a heat pump that won’t switch modes, and a heater that won’t power at all are just a few.

But there are some less-obvious issues that leave homeowners perplexed as to what’s going on. Sometimes the issue isn’t with your HVAC system—it’s the thermostat that’s causing trouble. Here are some examples of when a thermostat is the culprit behind some common—and not-so-common—HVAC issues. If you’ve also noticed unusual noises from your system, check out noises that you don’t want to hear from your heater for more insights.

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5 Signs of Water Leaks in Your Home

Monday, December 11th, 2023

Water leak detection is a service that few people know about until they’ve discovered a water leak in their home. This is a preventative service that professional plumbers like us offer to homeowners. Using special equipment such as sonic listening equipment, to methods such as thermal imaging, we can detect leaks in your home that haven’t left a visible mark anywhere.

So how do you know if you need water leak detection services? Although leaks can be tricky to discover, there are some signs that you can be on the lookout for. From the sound of running water that can’t be pinpointed, to a sharp increase in your water bills, here are five signs that you may have a water leak somewhere in your home.

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