Frequently Asked Questions - South Jersey

Our friendly experts at City Plumbing are always happy to answer your plumbing and HVAC questions. Call us today for quality service in the Greater Philadelphia or South Jersey area.

While it can be worrisome when your air conditioner or heater malfunctions, it might not be an issue that needs professional repairs. There are certain tasks you can perform on your own before scheduling services. You should first check to ensure the thermostat is working, check the filter, make sure the circuit breaker wasn’t tripped, and that the vents are free of debris. If the issue remains after these tasks, then schedule expert repairs.
When looking for a new air conditioner, you will see Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) ratings listed on systems. This refers to the ratio of the cooling output of an AC over a typical cooling season, divided by the energy it uses in Watt-Hours. Most modern units range from 13 to 21. The higher the rating, the more energy efficient the unit is.
When selecting a new AC system, it’s essential to find one that’s the correct size for your home. You should use the square footage of your property, the climate, the quality of your insulation, the number of people living in the property, and other specific factors to determine the right unit you need.
Your furnace is a dangerous system, so it can be understandable that you’d be worried about the unit starting on fire or exploding. Fortunately, there are safety standards in place to help prevent this. Typically the unit will shut off before a dangerous event can occur.
A plumbing emergency is anything that can't wait until regular business hours to fix. Some of these may include burst pipes, broken water heaters, gas leaks, and sewer line leaks.
Common signs of dirty drains include slow emptying drains, frequent clog in the same drain, an unpleasant smell coming from the drain, flooding caused by the drain backing up. If you notice multiple drains clogging in the same area (say the sink and shower drains, for example) it may be a sign that your sewer lines need to be cleaned.
Absolutely! We offer a complete list of commercial plumbing services including water heater services, drain cleaning, water leak detection and repair, and more!

If you have more questions or would like to schedule an HVAC or plumbing service in the Greater Philadelphia or South Jersey area, please reach out to our friendly team at City Plumbing. Call 215-470-3638!