When a door closes, it sometimes swings wide open to a better opportunity. That was the case for Paul Wilson, Andy Weir, and Dottie Depfer back in 2002. The three co-workers suddenly found themselves at a crossroads when their longtime employer, a commercial plumbing company, shuttered its doors after more than 50 years in business. Instead of scattering to new jobs, the trio decided to take their 30+ years of experience in commercial plumbing, HVAC, new construction, and emergency services and build something of their own. And just like that, Superior Mechanical Services was born.
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Should Smart Thermostats Be Professionally Installed by Your HVAC Company?
The answer is yes.
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It’s the holiday season! And Santa Claus is coming ’round, and we’re eating all the holiday food to be found. Not only is it time for Christmas carols, but it’s also time for our favorite holiday eats. We’ve got roast beef, turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, cornbread, stuffing, gravy, fruitcake, and all kinds of homemade treats. Our tables and stomachs will be full, but what happens when it’s time to clean up? Many kitchens these days have a garbage disposal, but before you clear your plate into the sink, you should ensure you know what the worst foods for garbage disposals are.
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As the weather turns colder and temperatures continue to drop, there are many routine maintenance items that homeowners must do to keep their homes and property in tip-top shape. While items such as having your HVAC system inspected are at the top of your list, an important task that you might have forgotten is turning off the outside water and draining the pipes properly to avoid issues during freezing periods.
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As summer fades away and everyone begins to prepare for the change of seasons, we all remember to rake our leaves and get our snow shovels out, but preparing an HVAC system for Fall is often overlooked. Have you considered what needs to be done to prepare your HVAC system this year? With incoming cold weather and more time spent at home during the fall and winter, it is crucial to ensure your HVAC system is properly maintained. We at Superior Residential recommend these steps to ensure you don’t get left in the cold.
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Heat pumps have come a long way over the past 15 years. During the winter months, a heat pump may require additional help to maintain the desired temperature in your home. One way a heat pump achieves this is with an electric heat pack inside the air handler. When the temperature outside your house drops, your heat pump will bring on your electric heat to assist in heating your home. When this occurs you will see a red light or AUX on your thermostat, showing you that the heat pump is working.
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