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HVAC & Plumbing FAQs

Your plumbing, heating, and cooling systems are the lifeblood that keeps your property comfortable and efficient. Even for all of that, we’re willing to bet that you don’t know everything about these essential systems! At Climate Design Systems, our plumbing and HVAC experts know everything there is to know about maintaining these units, the benefits they pose, and all of the potential signs of a problem. Get answers to some of our most frequently asked questions listed below! If you don’t see your inquiry on the list below, contact us today to see how we can help!

Turn off your water valve and go to check on the water meter. If you see a smaller meter (known as the leak meter) twitching, it’s a good indication that you have a plumbing leak somewhere at home.

After you notice a plumbing leak, make sure that your water is turned off first to minimize where the damage can spread. After you’ve ensured that this is done, contact our team right away! We can respond to plumbing emergencies 24/7.

Each type of plumbing pipe has a different average lifespan. If you feel that any of these are reaching the higher end of that mark, our team is happy to provide you with cutting-edge replacement options!

  • PVC Pipes: 25-70+ years
  • Copper Pipes: 50-80 years
  • Galvanized Steel Pipes: 20-50 years
  • Brass Pipes: 40-70 years

If you notice any of these key warning signs, please feel free to give our team a call. We’ll be happy to provide heating system repairs – or even replacements – to your area!

  • Unexpected energy bill spikes
  • Short cycling
  • Inconsistent temperatures
  • Poor or cold airflow
  • Visible leaks around the unit

Our team works with the following heating system manufacturers. Give us a call today to install their full lineup!

  • Lennox
  • Bosch
  • Mitsubishi Electric
  • LG
  • Thermopride
  • Ruud

Some of the warning signs of needing boiler repairs can be applied to other types of heating systems, but there are a few things that are unique to boilers. Regardless, you can always give our team a call if you notice any of the following:

  • Your flames are yellow or orange instead of blue
  • Visible rusting or water leaks
  • Rooms take far too long to heat up
  • You hear a lot of strange noises when operating
  • Unusual energy bill spikes

There are a few different reasons why your energy bills may have spiked. The cost of energy may have increased, your windows and doors may not be sealed properly, or you may have poor insulation. It could also point to an inefficient heating or cooling system. If you’ve been able to eliminate the other possibilities, our team can fix any issues with your energy systems.

Unlike a standard heating or cooling system, HVAC systems need to be maintained twice per year to account for both the hottest and coldest seasons. The best practice is to get it inspected once during the spring and once during the fall.

Yes, we can respond quickly to emergencies! You can contact our team 24/7 to assist with plumbing, heating, or cooling emergencies.