Sump Pumps in Winter.

We in the Colorado Springs area know that winter will soon hit in full force.  When it does, is your sump pump ready for the Rocky Mountain weather ahead?  It is important to note that your sump pump will run occasionally during the winter months as melted snow tends to accumulate in the sump pit over time.

Here is the iffy part.  If your sump pump runs irregularly and continues for an extended period…you probably have a problem.  Did you remove its flex hose?    The flex hose connects to your sump pump’s plastic drain piping somewhere along the exterior of your home and is intended to direct sump water away from your home’s foundation. 

Problematic…you bet it is!  Do you want to be responsible for all of this yourself or would you like to have a Colorado Springs sump pump expert troubleshoot it for you?  That is why we are here.  We are Altitude Heating and Air solving and preventing HVAC issues throughout Colorado Springs.  Please give us a call at (719) 209-4955.

The Holiday Season is Coming.

That carries a number of heads-up thoughts.  Thanksgiving is next month and Christmas the following one.  With that comes the reality that your kitchen may be getting quite a workout.  One appliance in particular will be asked to perform at peak efficiency…your garbage disposal.  Imagine a broken disposal over the holidays!

What are some signs that your garbage disposal needs to be replaced?

1.  It sounds like the garbage truck has arrived, but the noises are coming from your kitchen

2.  You keep having to use the reset button

3.  It shuts off by itself while in use

4.  What is that smell coming from your sink?

5.  Puddles beneath the sink

These are all signs that at least a repair and probably a replacement are in order.  You need a plumber…stat!  In Colorado Springs hundreds have discovered that the right choice is Altitude Heating and Air.  They are garbage disposal repair and replacement professionals in our area.  Don’t wait until the holiday season, call Altitude Heating and Air at (719) 209-4955.

Meet Lonny…THE HVAC Guy.

His name is Lonny Crawford, and for the last 20+ years he has been working hard and serving the citizens of Colorado Springs and beyond with all of their heating, ventilating, and air conditioning needs.  About 16 years ago he parlayed his expertise into a shop of his own by opening Altitude Heating and Air.

The benchmark of the business has always been referrals.  When satisfied former customers tell future ones that they are in capable hands it brings a sense of great pride to Lonny and his team.  One of their important sources of pride is that they are licensed, insured, and certified with the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department.

The key to a great deal of Lonny’s and the company’s success is that they continue to upgrade their education as it pertains to new products, designs of various systems, and especially service techniques.  If you have any need for HVAC service in Colorado Springs, we hope that you will consider Lonny and Altitude Heating and Air.  Just call (719) 209-4955.

Summertime…and the Livin’ is Not Always Easy.

We are smack dab in the middle of those crazy, hazy, lazy, days of summer.  The kids are home and the kitchen has become a center of activity.  What did they put into the sink?  The garbage disposal and the kitchen sink are getting quite a workout.  Are you prepared for this continuous onslaught of your kitchen?

Here are some tips when considering installing a new kitchen sink –

1.  Turn off the hot AND cold-water lines

2.  Turn ON the faucet.  This will relieve the pressure.

3.  Adjustable wrenches are needed to be able to disconnect the water supply lines.

4.  The garbage disposal must be unplugged

5.  Don’t forget to remove the drain line from the dish washer.

Or…call Colorado Springs plumbing, heating, and air conditioning repair and replacement professionals.  That is Lonny Crawford owner, operator and service technician of Altitude Heating and Air, Inc.  Lonny and his team will bring their long history of technical expertise to any plumbing and air conditioning problem you have this summer.  Just call (719) 209-4955.

It’s a Gas, Gas, Gas.

No, it is NOT!  Not when you have a gas leak in your home.  Stating the obvious, gas lines are very important for every household. No matter if you are living in an apartment or in your own home, there needs to be a proper and uninterrupted supply of natural gas to run water heaters, kitchen counters, ovens, fireplaces, etc.

Why should you have periodic gas inspections?  Well, a natural gas (or propane) is a highly combustible and flammable product that can easily catch fire.  Even a tiny, innocuous gas leak can result in a huge explosion that can cause serious damage to life and property.  Add to that, the gas used for combustion is hazardous and should NEVER be inhaled.

Trust ONLY a professional to properly inspect your residence for a possible gas leak.  In Colorado Springs and the surrounding area that’s Altitude Heating and Air Inc.  Visit our new website at www.altitudehvacco.com to see the myriad of plumbing and HVAC services that we offer.  Then, give us a call at (719) 209-4955.

It Looks Like Sump Pump Season.

Spring rains can bring some serious flooding to the Colorado Springs area.  You had better have the right sump pump in your castle.  The depth of the water tables may require sump pumps to discharge the water before it causes damage. Sump pumps remove excess water from any place that might collect unwanted amounts of water.

Sump pumps are available with pedestal mounts or are submersible.  Make sure you select a pump for the power needed to empty the area of water.  You may want to opt for a pump with a capacitive switch for hassle-free automatic operation.  Select a sump-pump with a vertical switch that mechanically turns the sump pump on or off automatically.

Those are just a couple of tips to help you along the way.  The best move of all, is to choose the right team to install it.  In the Colorado Springs area that means Altitude Heating and Air Inc.   They have been Colorado Springs’ sump pump installation experts for many years.  Give them a call today at (719) 209-4955.

The Traditional “Do it all” Plumber.

Everyone seems to have a specialty these days.  That is not only true in the plumbing world, but other professions as well.  When you need a plumber in the Colorado Springs area, you may just want a company that does any and all plumbing jobs.  Whether it is a water heater in need of replacing, or a cranky garbage disposal…one call should do it all.

Here is another plus…you want a company that can provide 24 hour emergency service.  Let’s face it, some plumbing problems are REAL emergencies in your castle!  You should not have to research the dozens of plumbers listed online.  You SHOULD be able to pick up the phone right now and call one and only one company.

The answer in the Colorado Springs area is Altitude Heating and Air Inc.  We invite you to visit our new website at www.altitudehvacco.com for an overview of our many plumbing services.  So, whether it is a right now plumbing problem, or something like bathroom or kitchen remodeling just give us a call at (719) 209-4955.

Dispose of Yucky Stuff.

During the summer months your garbage disposal may get quite a workout.  Kids are running in and out of the house and putting heaven knows what down the sink.  Are you ready for that?  Let’s start with the cardinal rule.  Never, never, never put your hand down the drain and come in contact with the disposal!

If the disposal will not turn on and it is not making a humming sound, then there may an electrical problem.  If it IS plugged in and is not turning try pressing the reset button.  You may have a stuck flywheel because something is lodged in it.  And then, there is the possibility that the unit is leaking.  That presents a whole new set of challenges.

We eliminate the guesswork.  Call Altitude Heating and Air Inc.  We are proud to be Colorado Springs experts in troubleshooting, repairing, or replacing your home’s garbage disposal.  For any plumbing problems that may occur in these busy summer months to come please keep our phone number handy (719) 209-4955.

It’s a Gas.

It may not be such a gas if you attempt to hook up your own gas line.  You COULD skip the pro, but a mistake could be dangerous.  Remember, you are dealing with a potentially explosive situation.  Just in case you feel adventurous we want you to know the tools of the trade in case you consider this to be a DIY job.

You will need –

1.  A medium-size adjustable crescent wrench

2.  Flair fittings

3.  Flexible gas line

4.  A pipe cutter

5.  Dish soap combined with water in the right mixture

There is a professional gas line installation company in the Colorado Springs area that can save you a lot of potential grief.  That company is Altitude Heating and Air Inc.  They have been serving this community for a decade and a half specializing in a number of different plumbing, heating, and air conditioning services.  Give us a call today at (719) 209-4955.

Heating and Air Conditioning Installation.

As the seasons transition in the Colorado Springs area we can turn our attention to either/or…air conditioning and heating systems for your home.  For instance, installing a central air conditioning system should take two technicians six to eight hours to install.  Depending on the duct work, it could take a bit longer.

Knowing whom to hire to install your new system and the right one that fits perfectly into your castle are the paramount questions to ask.  Here is a review you might consider.  “We had our entire furnace replaced and new central air conditioning installed by this company. The level of professionalism and quality of work is something you don't see very often, these days.”

Wow!  Where did that review come from and to whom did it pertain?  It was written about Lonny and his crew at Altitude Heating and Air Conditioning.  It does not get better than that.  Altitude Heating and Air is one of Colorado Springs’ premier heating and A/C experts.  Give Lonny a call for an estimate at (719) 209-4955.

It’s Sump Pump Season!

When the rains come to Colorado Springs your sump pump becomes paramount.  The maintenance and repair of your sump pump is vital.  Your basement sump pump sits quietly all year, then comes the rainy season in the Colorado Springs area and suddenly it becomes the most important part of your home preventing basement flooding.

Here are some common checking tips for your sump pump: 

1.  Check the float.  This is where it all begins.

2.  Clean and scrape out the sump pit…removing loose items that have built up

3.  Check the impeller.  Debris goes through the screen and jams the impeller

4.  The electrical connection needs to be plugged in properly with no fraying in the cord.

These steps and more are something that a sump pump repair and replacement expert will perform.  We invite you to visit our brand new website at www.altitudehvacco.com.  Here, you will discover the variety of services that we provide in the Colorado Springs area.  Then give us a call for in-home service at (719) 209-4955.

Amana vs. Goodman.

No, it’s not the title of the newest Super-Hero movie.  It is a tutorial about two of the top air conditioning systems on earth.  If you heard the truth from someone who offers both it could help you make a better decision.  Whichever one you choose is not the most important question…who does the installation is.

This may come as a surprise - Amana and Goodman are essentially one in the same.  You see, Goodman purchased Amana about 20 years ago.  They are now actually manufactured in the same plant located in Houston, Texas.  Goodman has a SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating of 18.  Amana has a SEER rating of 18 as well.

Here is the bottom line.  Save yourself a lot of time and research and make one call.  That call is to Altitude Heating and Air Conditioning.  They are Colorado Spring’s premier Amana and Goodman air conditioning system dealers.  See how easy that was?  Just give Lonny a call for a free estimate.  His number is (719) 209-4955.

What are they Saying about Us?

You may have trouble finding us on the web (that will change soon), but those who have used Altitude Heating and Air have great things to say.  When it comes to something as important as HVAC you want to hire someone you can trust with the bigger jobs of installing or repairing an air conditioning or heating system.

Here are some excerpts from one of our satisfied customers.  “They had a very competitive bid and a quicker install date.  They gave us an all-inclusive bid that included mechanical, electrical, permits, etc.  Lonny and the crew performing the install took pride in their work, and cleaned up well after themselves”.

I am Lonny Crawford.  My wife, Jennifer and I take great pride in serving the Colorado Springs area with quality HVAC service.  If it concerns a home in our area or a large office complex we believe that we are the right choice for all of your heating and air conditioning needs.  We are Altitude Heating and Air at (719) 209-4955.