F.H. Furr's Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical Insider Blog

These common problems that happen on Thanksgiving. Watch what does down your garbage disposal, make sure you get your HVAC checked, don't overload your outlets, and watch how much toilet paper goes down the toilet! 

Noticing cold-like symptoms, static, and a higher energy bill? Your home might be a victim of a low humidity level, and humidity plays a huge role in the comfort of your home!

The recommended indoor humidity level is 45%, yet the average home cab be four times below that level! When you combine low humidity with the home heating season, it can result in a myriad of health issues and interior home problems. Typical signs of low humidity include: health problems such as dry skin, nose bleeds, sore throat, and increased asthma irritation; warping of your home’s wooden flooring, furniture, and even musical instruments; cracks in walls and ceilings; and static electricity; and an increase in utility bills as your HVAC must work twice as hard to create an idea comfort level. 

Is your toilet ready for the holidays? Even if you're planning a smaller gathering this year, it's still a good idea to make sure your toilet is ready to handle a few extra guests! 

So you’ve discovered a clog in your sink or tub drain? Don’t panic, it happens to the best of us! Clogged drains are an extremely common occurrence in most households, although some are worse than others, many are easy to fix with these home remedies!

A busted pipe is something no-one wants to deal with. However, most homeowners have to deal with this at some point. Here are some reasons why busted pipes occur. 💦

1. Blockages

With winter upon us, now is a good time to get your heating system checked. If your furnace was running a little rough last winter here are some tips to help you decide if you need to replace it or if its fixable! 

A common plumbing problem that most homeowners will inevitably encounter is a running toilet that just won't stop! Toilets that run consistently can actually be more than just an annoyance, they can be very costly! Below are a few of the most common reasons that toilets run, and once a plumber has identified them, be sure you have them fix the issue so that you can be protected from expensive plumbing disasters!

We’ve noticed some great questions popping up across social media from customers who want to know more about what training our technicians receive! Our trainers are here answer those questions! This is the Ask A Trainer Series!

Our homes frequently make noises, from a floor creaking, to pipes clanking, most noises are harmless BUT others are indictors of potential issues that need attention.