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3 Reasons to Clean Your Drains Before the Holidays Photo of a plumber with blue gloves on running a snake through a drain.

3 Reasons to Clean Your Drains Before the Holidays

November 22, 2024

The holidays are all about warmth, joy, and family… until someone clogs the kitchen sink with mashed potatoes and gravy. Nothing says “season’s greetings” quite like a backed-up drain when you are trying to serve dinner!

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How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

November 15, 2024

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity.

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Is My Home Energy Efficient? Green Home.

Is My Home Energy Efficient?

October 18, 2024

You hear it all the time—buy energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment to lower your Alabama utility bills!  But what about creating an energy efficient home?

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The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality. Women on couch.

The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

October 11, 2024

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Alabama, creating some significant health problems.

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Why Do My Drains Keep Clogging?

September 20, 2024

The EPA reports the average homeowner could save about $140 per year by replacing an outdated toilet with a more water-efficient model.

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5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality. Senior woman feeling pain at home.

5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

September 13, 2024

The reality is airborne contaminants, such as dust, dirt, and pet dander, can negatively impact the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your Alabama home. At Skyward Heating, Air & Plumbing, we want you to breathe in fresh air, which is why we offer maintenance to keep your HVAC in top shape.

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When Do I Need to Replace My Pipes?

August 23, 2024

Scheduling a plumbing inspection with our team at Skyward Heating, Air & Plumbing will keep your system running efficiently.

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What Problems Can a Leaky Faucet Cause? Drop of water falling from faucet

 What Problems Can a Leaky Faucet Cause?

August 16, 2024

Water is dripping from your Decatur home’s faucet—but how serious is the situation? Truthfully, even a little drip could lead to a big problem!

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Air Conditioning Basics––Did You Know? HVAC unit outside.

Air Conditioning Basics––Did You Know?

July 19, 2024

Today’s air conditioner (AC) is based on a prototype invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier, an engineer from Buffalo, New York. Unlike earlier forms of cooling, Carrier’s model controlled the temperature by removing heat and humidity from the air. Below are some air conditioning basics.

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Tips to Prepare Your Hartselle Home for Vacation This Summer. Thermostat.

Tips to Prepare Your Hartselle Home for Vacation This Summer

July 12, 2024

You’re leaving for vacation! You’ve packed your swimsuit, made reservations, and bought some new outfits.

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