Okay, I Guess it’s Time to Turn it off.

So you are one of those residents of Colorado Springs that keeps their home’s air conditioning on until the absolute end of summer.  Even you have to admit that it is time to switch from a/c to heat!  In doing so, there some helpful tips that you should know before you shut off that air conditioning system until next summer.

Here are some of them –

1.  Is your thermostat outdated?

2.  Check for wear and tear in your duct work.

3.  Look at all of your home’s vents.

4.  Check the drain line.

I know, you don’t want to mess with your whole home air conditioning system in September.  Of course, you don’t have to, but you may be running the risk of a glitch on the first hot day of 2020.  We hope you’ll think of us for all of your home’s heating and air conditioning needs.  We are Altitude Heating and Air serving the Colorado Springs area at (719) 209-4955.

Repair it or Replace it…That is the Question.

If you live in your Colorado Springs home long enough your sump pump will eventually become an issue.  Many people in our area know that a sump pump is an essential plumbing fixture in their household.  In case you have taken it for granted, your sump pump prevents flooding by removing storm water that can accumulate in the basement of your home. 

“It” (Don’t be scared by the upcoming movie) is living alone in your basement in a bit of a hole and is called a sump pit.  It usually remains out of sight out of mind.  However, its task is immense.  It keeps running when needed to make a stand between your basement and the devastating aftermath of a flood that enters the rest of your beautiful home.

Before that emergency occurs, it may be time to decide if your sump pump needs to be repaired or replaced.  Unless you are a qualified plumber, you may not know.  Those that DO know in Colorado Springs are the sump pump troubleshooters at Altitude Heating and Air.  Give them a call for a thorough sump pump inspection at (719) 209-4955. 

Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off 2019, Aug 31 - Sept 2

Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off 2019

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A beautiful way to say goodbye to the summer during the Labor Day Weekend

 

3rd Annual Old Colorado City Car Show , August 18th

3rd Annual Old Colorado City Car Show , August 18th

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"Displaying a wide range of vehicles, custom and classic motorcycles, cars and trucks, foreign and domestic, all years, makes and models. Featuring various restaurants, retail shops, live music and fun for the whole family." 

Are You Ready for Winter?

Is anyone in Colorado Springs ever fully ready?  Winter can hit our area literally overnight, then return to sunny, fall-like conditions the very next day!  It is approaching that time to consider switching your HVAC system from cool to warm.  I know that it is mid-August, but do you want to procrastinate until late September?

Here are some tips to make sure that your furnace is ready for winter –

1.  Set the thermostat from cooling to heating and listen for the heat to kick in.

2.  Change your air filters…of course.

3.  Test the igniter switch.  You may need to relight the pilot light.

4.  Clean the heat exchanger.  It should be done annually.

5.  Lubricate and clean the blower motor.

Suddenly we have gone from simple DIY jobs to more complicated and specific things that need to be done to ensure that your furnace is ready for the long winter ahead.  For peace of mind and knowing the job will be done right call Altitude Heating and Air of Colorado Springs your HVAC go-to team to get your furnace in tip-top shape.  That number is (719) 209-4955. 

Why Repair My Furnace in the Summer?

Most people aren’t thinking about winter, much less whether or not they may need to replace their furnace before Colorado cold weather strikes.  While it may seem a bit early to begin thinking about replacing your furnace, now is precisely the right time if your current unit needs replacing.   

There are several reasons why.

1.  It saves money.  Retail stores are discounting last year’s models.

2.  Convenience…before the rush.

3.  You have time to research options now, not when the temps hit the freezing mark.

Do you suspect that come winter you are going to need a new furnace?  Why not pull the trigger now?  Call the HVAC experts at Altitude Heating and Air.  They have served Colorado Springs and the surrounding area’s heating and air conditioning needs for many years.  Get ahead of the curve before fall.  Call Altitude Heating and Air at (719) 209-4955.

Installing Faucets in your Home.

You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to install a faucet, but it would be nice if you were trained to do so ahead of time!  These days you should not have to crawl around to install a faucet in your bathroom or kitchen, but there are still things you should know if you really feel that it is a DIY job.

Here are some tips from us to you –

1.  You need to cut out the old faucet.

2.  Grab a basin wrench.

3.  Use silicone to mount the new faucet.

4.  Use the newest supply lines for the job.

5.  Loosen the packing nut if the shutoff valve is stuck.

There are more…or there could be less when you realize that calling a plumbing professional was the best idea in the first place!  In Colorado Springs that call should be made to Altitude Heating and Air the faucet installation pros in the area.  Some jobs are better left to the professionals.  Call Altitude Heating and Air today at (719) 209-4955.