The Bill Howe Family of Companies is a San Diego-based family-owned and operated plumbing, heating and air conditioning, restoration and flood services company. Since its inception in 1980, Bill Howe Plumbing, Inc. has strived to be San Diego’s most reliable home services company. Through high quality work and competitive pricing, Bill Howe Plumbing not only became a company of success stories, but also grew into one of San Diego’s largest commercial and residential property services companies.
You should call our emergency plumbers if a plumbing problem can cause significant damage to your home, business, or health and safety. Gas leaks, burst pipes, and sewer backups are reasons to call our 24-hour plumbers. Plumbing emergencies include broken water heaters, sump pump failures, and overflowing toilets. Call Bill Howe any time you think there’s an emergency.
What is the response time for a plumber?
Bill Howe’s emergency plumbers are on call, ready to help around the clock. If you’re experiencing a plumbing emergency, we will respond and act swiftly, typically in 30 minutes or less. Our 24-hour plumbers in San Diego will drop what they are doing and be at your doorstep fast. We are there for you when you need us!
What are the most common HVAC problems?
The most common issues that indicate the need for air conditioning repair include refrigerant leaks, corrosion of wires and electronic components, water leaks, and dirty filters. These problems can cause issues like intermittent functioning, temperature fluctuations, a unit that refuses to turn on, an unresponsive thermostat, a system that takes a long time to heat or cool your home, and high energy bills. Most of these problems are preventable with routine maintenance and repair.
How do I know if my air conditioner needs repair?
If your system runs but doesn't heat or cool well. You notice rattling, grinding or loud humming noises, air ducts and vents are noticeably dirty, your unit emits an odor, you see leaks or water puddles near the unit, or you notice a change in airflow or indoor humidity. These are all signs that you should call for air conditioner repair.
How many years should an HVAC system last?
In general, an HVAC system should last between 15 and 25 years. However, it depends on the type of system you have and its maintenance history. A heating and air conditioning system that gets annual inspections and regular filter replacements will have less wear and tear on the components, which means it should last longer. How often the system runs also impacts its lifespan. For instance, if you like to keep it cold in your home during the summer with the AC running most of the time, the unit will wear out faster than if you set the thermostat several degrees warmer. Regular maintenance and inspections, along with performing AC repair when necessary, will keep your unit functioning at peak efficiency until it's time to replace it.