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Roof Rats: Legend or Lore

Roof Rats: Legend or Lore

February 2, 2024 Roof Rats: Legend or Lore "Yep, it's roof rats all right..." Not what you want to hear after an attic inspection. Are roof rats really a thing? Sure, they eat the fruit in my backyard, but what about my HVAC system? Based on the evidence this photo provides, roof rats also find PVC pipe irresistible! [...] Read More
Hard Start Kit: Does your compressor need it?

Hard Start Kit: Does your compressor need it?

February 2, 2024 Hard Start Kit: Does your compressor need it? A hard start kit is essentially a capacitor that stores electricity. When the compressor is turned on, a switch in the hard start system allows this stored electricity to be used at startup for 2-3 seconds and then switch off, giving an extra boost of electricity to [...] Read More
Should I Keep My Old Furnace With a New Coil or Condenser?

Should I Keep My Old Furnace With a New Coil or Condenser?

February 2, 2024 Should I Keep My Old Furnace With a New Coil or Condenser? Hi, Dave Douglas, resident of PebbleCreek here... Aside from cost, you may have heard differing reasons to keep an existing furnace when your outdoor unit (condenser) or the coil is replaced. However, the best reason to replace your furnace when you replace the [...] Read More