The furnaceāa household necessity and a pain in the wallet. When the furnace stops working, things get expensive. Between repairs and parts, the question eventually arises, āshould we repair or replace?ā Every furnace has a shelf life. Even the best-maintained models only last between 15 and 20 years. When determining whether itās worth your while …
Toilets go through a lot. Itās no surprise that eventually our toilets need to be replaced. In fact, most professionals recommend swapping out your toilet once every 10 to 15 years. It may last longer if properly maintained, but generally, youāll need a new one eventually. The question then stands, how do we know when …
Hot water tanks are integral to comfortable and hygienic homes. They help with everything from washing dishes and laundry to washing yourself. For some buildings, hot water tanks also regulate heat in the home. At Service Specialties, Inc., we know our fair share about water tanks. We work with customers in the Centreville area, and …
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The air in your home is full of microorganisms you may not even realize exist. On top of these organisms, we also deal with dust, pollen, pet dander, fungal spores, and a variety of other floating debris. At Service Specialties, Inc., we take air quality seriously. Itās important to us that our community here in …
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Rust is unsightly and a pain to clean. As a leading plumbing service provider in Centreville, our team at Service Specialties, Inc. receives plenty of questions about removing rust stains from plumbing. Here weāll talk a bit about the cause of rust, cleaning methods, and proactive solutions to avoid future rust. Hereās what you need …
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Home heating is an essential part of your property. It controls the temperature in your home, as well as the airflow and ventilation. As a leading HVAC company in Centreville, Service Specialties Inc. often receives questions about home heating inspections. Do you really need a home heating inspection? Absolutely. Itās a good investment for your …
Garbage isnāt associated with good smells, but if your garbage disposal smells funky, there could be a problem. At Service Specialties Inc., we deal with our share of garbage disposal issues in Centreville. We see many causes for bad smells, but fortunately, we know just as many ways to fix the issue. Here, weāll talk …
Fall is quickly approaching, and with it comes a myriad of household checks and maintenance. HVAC systems are built to last, but they need a little help along the way to perform at their best. Here in Centreville, we all know fall means cooler nights and shorter days, which leads to a change in thermostats. …
DIY is a fun way to get involved in home building projects in Centreville. DIY is a grey area in plumbing. Many plumbing projects are best left to the professionals. Of course, there are some which can be tackled efficiently with the right tools and know-how. At Service Specialties, Inc., we receive plenty of questions …
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As energy efficiency becomes more and more prevalent in society, you may notice the abbreviation SEER. This stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio and relates to your HVAC system and a rating which expresses the cooling efficiency of your AC and heat pump in a typical season. At SSI HVAC, we work with home and …
