Yes. Bob Hamilton Plumbing Heating AC & Rooter Is Different.
But Why?
We asked customers, homeowners, friends and neighbors all across the greater Kansas City area to tell us the most important thing they expect from a plumbing, heating and air conditioning company.
The response we got was pretty typical and not a big surprise to us.
They were looking for GREAT SERVICE, FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING, QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS that can get the job done right the first time and most of all, a POSITIVE EXPERIENCE.
This was good news for us because this is the way we do business. It’s bad news for our competition because service this good is hard to deliver.
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Choosing The Right Air Conditioner For Your Home
Choosing The Right Air Conditioner For Your Home
Buying a new air conditioner for your home is a major investment. But when selected and installed correctly a new air conditioner will provide you with years of comfort, economy and reliability. When repairs are no longer an option, or the cost savings of a new, energy efficient air conditioner make an upgrade a worthwhile investment, the first step is to call Bob Hamilton for help in selecting the right air conditioning unit for your home.
We offer free in-home consultations to help you select the right size and type of air conditioner for your needs. Your Bob Hamilton home comfort consultant will ask some questions about your home and your unique requirements, including:
1. The approximate square footage of your home. This will help ensure you get the right size air conditioner.
2. Inspection of your air ducts - Because air conditioning is a system, not just a stand alone unit lie a refrigerator, your technician will need to ensure that your home's air delivery system can move the air efficiently throughout your home. In some cases duct work will need to be updated to help your new air conditioner perform at its best.
3. Air conditioner size & efficiency - With air air conditioners, bigger is not necessarily better. One common mistake many homeowners and installers make is choosing a unit that is too large for the space. This can result in a unit that turns on and off too frequently.
The Energy Star® rating system makes it easier to find out how much energy you can expect your new air conditioner to use in a typical cooling season. Ensure that your AC unit it has the highest rating possible - at least a SEER 14 rating.
4. Air Quality - Your home comfort consultant will also ask you if you have any health conditions like asthma or allergies which could be help by an air filtration system.
Once your new air conditioner is installed, your technician will explain how to use your programmable thermostat and answer any questions you have about your new air conditioner.
The process of buying a new air conditioner doesn't have to be stressful. With the advice and guidance of an experienced consultant you will have a partner who will work hand-in-hand with you to determine which system is right for your home. Then, you sit back and relax knowing that your new air conditioner is ready to properly cool your home for many years to come.Written on Thursday, 03 May 2012 19:07 in Bob Hamilton Blog Read 48 times -
Choosing a Water Heater- Tankless Water Heater vs. Conventional Water Heaters
Choosing a Water Heater - Tankless Water Heater vs. Conventional Water Heaters
Traditional water heaters are the most common type of water heating system in the home. The main benefits of a tank water heater are the low purchase cost, simple installation and large selection of sizes and configurations to choose from.
The primary downside to traditional water heaters is, because the water in the storage tank is almost always being heated, energy is wasted even when a hot water tap isn't running. However, there are water heater models that have heavily insulated tanks, which greatly reduces standby heat losses, lowering the operating cost. These models have tanks that have a thermal resistance (R-Value) of between R-12 to R-25.
A tank-style gas water heater can be expected to last 8-12 years, while an electric model ususally last a little longer at 10-15 years.Tankless Water Heaters
The benefits of tankless water heaters include:
- Energy Efficient and Environmentally Friendly - Tankless water heaters are environmentally friendly because they are on average 22 percent more energy efficient than conventional water heaters. Conventional hot water heaters heat water all the time while tankless water heaters heat the water only when it’s needed. Since heating water accounts for 30% of the average home’s energy budget the higher efficiency of a tankless gas water heater can save you money on your utility bill.
- Endless Flow Of Hot Water - Tankless water heaters heat water directly with out the use of a storage tank. Therefore hot water is supplied on demand.
- Long life - In the short run, a tankless system will use less energy, immediately lowering your utility bill. Over the long run, a tankless water heater will last about twice as long as a tank water heater, with most systems having a life expectancy of more than 20 years. They also have easily replaceable parts that can extend their life by many more years. In contrast, conventional tank water heaters typically last 10 to 15 years.
The disadvantages of tankless water heaters include:
- Limited Flow Rate - A tankless water heater’s output limits the flow rate of hot water. Therefore problems can arise when hot water is need for more than one use simultaneously. For example a shower is being taken at the same time the dishwasher is being run. In this case the hot water flow will be restricted. To overcome this problem, you can change your lifestyle to limit how much hot water is called for at one time or you can install more than one tankless water heater.
- Up-front Costs Are Higher - A tankless heating unit costs more than a tank heater and gas load requirements may require upgrading gas service. Venting restrictions may also limit where the unit can be installed.
- Additional Maintenance Requirements - Calcium build up can decrease efficiency, restrict water flow and damage the unit. While not complicated, performing regular maintenance is essential to the achieve the best performance full lifespan of the tankless water heater.
Written on Friday, 27 April 2012 00:00 in Bob Hamilton Blog Read 276 times
