For many homeowners, upgrading to a tankless water heater is one of the most lucrative things they can do. Tankless water heaters save you money on energy, provide you with an endless stream of hot water, and can last for decades when properly cared for. However, while just about every home can upgrade to a […]
With much of the country and the world as a whole sheltering in place to try and slow the spread of COVID-19, it would probably surprise you to learn that now is actually the best time to do, well, pretty much anything. But if you need a new air conditioner, now may actually be the […]
If you’ve ever had a pesky clogged drain in your home, then you’ve probably found yourself taking a long, hard look at a selection of chemical drain cleaner products available on the shelves of most home improvement stores. After all, the idea of simply being able to pour some liquid down your drain, wait a […]
If the time has come to replace your furnace, you’re probably faced with the big decision as to whether you should install a gas or electric furnace. For most people, the answer comes down to energy efficiency and what type of furnace is going to give them the most heat for the least amount of […]
If we were to ask you whether you think the air quality inside your home is better or worse than the air outside, the overwhelming majority of homeowners would answer “better,” often without even thinking about it. However, more often than not this answer would actually be incorrect. Believe it or not, poor indoor air […]
If you’re shopping for a new air conditioner, you’ve probably been bombarded with information and statistics about different makes and models and why each of them is better than all of the rest. This can be confusing, intimidating, and even frustrating to work your way through, especially if you’re getting seemingly conflicting or counterintuitive information […]
Water has a number of unique properties. Water supports life by keeping us hydrated. It helps us clean our home. It is an important ingredient in cooking. And it even keeps us clean and healthy through regular bathing. Water is also used for manufacturing different materials, and industries of all different shapes and sizes depend […]
The Strange Noises A Boiler Makes Just like a toddler throws a tantrum when they’re upset, your boiler will too. Strange noises are its way of saying that something is wrong. In today’s blog, our experts are going to help you decipher the clunking, gurgling, whistling, and grinding sounds coming from your boiler. Clunking and […]
For many people, the fact that you can’t work on your own home without obtaining permission from the government (often involving a fee) is outright ridiculous. However, there are good reasons for this requirement. For one, most major plumbing services that require a permit will involve some sort of interaction with public infrastructure, and could […]
Ductless heating and air conditioning systems are hardly new to the market. In fact, this technology has been around in some form for decades now. However, today’s units are almost unrecognizable by the standards of as little as 10 to 20 years ago. Whereas older units were bulky, clunky, difficult to install, and had a […]
At John Owens Services, we have more than 30 years of experience specializing in Eichler homes. These homes were built back in the 1950s, so we understand that they require a lot of work to be functional, comfortable, and energy-efficient. We’ve also come to respect the character that comes with an older home, which is why […]
Without your sewer line, the water and waste that you push down the drain would have nowhere to go. You’d have no connection to your main sewer line or to your septic tank system, and before long that would really become quite a mess. That’s why you should take great care to ensure that your […]
Plumbing leaks are an unfortunately common problem for homeowners, and they’re a tricky one at that because it can be difficult to locate where it might be. However, all leaks have one important thing in common: they can deal an immense amount of damage in a small amount of time. That means acting quickly, finding […]
Many people don’t take their water pressure into consideration unless there’s an obvious problem with it. Water pressure plays a big role in how your home’s plumbing functions, including influencing nearly anything that relies on a water connection. Ideally, water pressure in your home should be around 60 pounds per square inch (PSI), but it’s […]
As long as we’ve had indoor plumbing, we’ve had issues with clogs. Clogs can form in nearly any line that deals with waste, from kitchens to bathrooms to storm and perimeter drains and everything in between. And virtually all clogs share one distinct quality in common: they can be a real hassle to get rid […]
The worst time for your furnace to break down would be in the winter. And for some reason, malfunctions always seems to strike during the worst times. Rather than letting that happen, be proactive before the issue becomes critical. The first step is to determine if you can survive with a relatively inexpensive repair or […]
