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Published September 1, 2026

Is Your Home Ready for More Time Indoors? Check Your Water and Air Before Heating Season

Published August 1, 2026

Why August Is a Smart Time to Have Your Well Pump Checked

Published July 1, 2026

This Is Where “We’ll Wait” Starts Backfiring: What July AC Problems Are Really Telling You

Published June 1, 2026

If Your AC Is Running But Your House Still Feels Hot, Read This.

Published May 1, 2026

It’s Not Hot Yet, But It’s Coming: How to Get Your AC Ready Before the First Hot Day

Published April 1, 2026

Before You Buy a Generator: 5 Questions Most Homeowners Don’t Think to Ask

Published March 1, 2026

What Winter Really Did to Your Home — And Why March Is When It Shows

Published February 9, 2026

Winter Plumbing, Heating & Electrical Issues: What’s Normal vs. When to Call

Published January 12, 2026

Homeowners: This January, Watch For Signs of System Overload

Published December 1, 2025

Holiday Stress is Inevitable—Freezing Nights Are Not!

Furnaces and Boilers for Maintenance

Published November 20, 2025

Trap Ahead: Beware the $69 “Tune-Up”

Published October 6, 2025

Worse Than Skipping Leg Day: Never Miss a Heat Check

Published September 11, 2025

Homeowner’s Guide to Flood Prevention AND Damage Control

Published December 6, 2024

What You Need to Know About Frozen Pipes—ASAP!

Furnace Repairman from Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air making an emergency furnace repair

Published October 27, 2024

Why Does My Furnace Smell Like Burning When I First Turn It On?

Published October 27, 2024

Toilet Constantly Running? What’s wrong and how to fix it.

Published October 13, 2024

How Much Does It Really Cost to Cool Your Home in Wisconsin?

Published October 13, 2024

How Much Does It Really Cost to Heat Your Home in Wisconsin?

water heaters feat image

Published October 13, 2024

How Much Does It Really Cost to Operate a Water Heater? Tank vs. Tankless, Gas vs. Electric

tradesman working on residential electric panel

Published October 11, 2024

Should You Refresh, Replace, or Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?

R-410 refrigerant with an arrow transitioning to A2L refrigerants

Published September 20, 2024

New Refrigerant 2025: FAQ for Homeowners

three glasses of water lined up to compare water quality

Published August 30, 2024

5 Reasons for Cloudy Tap Water (And How to Get It Clear)

a person holding a screwdriver to fix an AC leak

Published August 30, 2024

AC Leaking Onto the Floor? Do These 4 Things First

Broken Air Conditioner Warning Sign

Published April 12, 2024

10 Signs Your AC Needs a Repair (Or Replacement)

How Long Do Circuit Breakers Last?

Published March 16, 2024

How Long Do Circuit Breakers Last?

The Ultimate Guide to Water Softener Troubleshooting: 20 Tips & Tricks

Published March 14, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Water Softener Troubleshooting: 20 Tips & Tricks

What Size Generator Does My Home Need?

Published March 13, 2024

What Size Generator Does My Home Need?

The Actual Cost to Install an Automatic Whole-House Generator

Published March 13, 2024

The Actual Cost to Install an Automatic Whole-House Generator

Well Inspector? Or Septic Pumper in Disguise? Why Wisconsin Home Buyers Should NEVER Let Sellers’ Agents Pay for Well Inspections

Published February 15, 2024

Well Inspector? Or Septic Pumper in Disguise? Why Wisconsin Home Buyers Should NEVER Let Sellers’ Agents Pay for Well Inspections

When to Replace a Water Heater: 7 Signs Your Water Heater is Going Bad

Published February 14, 2024

When to Replace a Water Heater: 7 Signs Your Water Heater is Going Bad

Why Is My Water Heater Not Working? 10 Common Causes

Published February 13, 2024

Why Is My Water Heater Not Working? 10 Common Causes

Why Do Circuit Breakers Trip? Common Reasons + Next Steps

Published February 7, 2024

Why Do Circuit Breakers Trip? Common Reasons + Next Steps

Published February 6, 2024

Make Team Austin Your NEW Trusted Electrical Contractor!

11 Reasons Why Your Furnace May Be Leaking & How to Fix It

Published February 1, 2024

11 Possible Reasons Your Furnace Is Leaking + How to Fix Them

Solutions to Low Water Pressure

Published January 22, 2024

12 Solutions to Low Water Pressure

Published January 7, 2024

Most common furnace repairs and costs (updated for 2024)

Water Softener Installation Costs

Published January 7, 2024

Water Softener Installation Costs

Published December 28, 2023

Causes Of Smelly Hot Water

Published December 28, 2023

Pressure Reducing Valves 101

Published December 11, 2023

Thermostat Programming | How To Program a T-Stat for Winter

Published December 11, 2023

6 Most Common Signs Your Furnace System is in Need of Repair

Help! Which way do you put a furnace filter in?

Published December 11, 2023

Help! Which way do you put a furnace filter in?

Published December 11, 2023

How Long Does A Furnace Last?

Are Heat Pumps Good for Cold Climates?

Published October 14, 2023

Are Heat Pumps Good for Cold Climates?

Published October 14, 2023

Who services boilers and hydronic heating systems?

10 Warning Signs Your Boiler Needs Repair

Published October 14, 2023

10 Warning Signs Your Boiler Needs Repair

Waukesha - Lake Michigan Water Switch: What to Expect & How to Cope

Published October 8, 2023

Waukesha – Lake Michigan Water Switch: What to Expect & How to Cope

Published October 8, 2023

Furnace Maintenance: Is It Worth It?

The Price of Well Pump Replacement: Install Costs & More Considerations

Published October 8, 2023

The Price of Well Pump Replacement: Install Costs & More Considerations

Published October 8, 2023

Troubleshooting Water Heater Leaks

What is the ideal humidity level in a home?

Published October 8, 2023

What is the ideal humidity level in a home?

How much do HVAC repairs cost?

Published October 8, 2023

How Much Do HVAC Repairs Cost?

Hose Bibb Winterization: Easy Guide to Winterizing Your Hose Faucets

Published October 7, 2023

Hose Spigot Winterization: Easy Guide to Winterizing Your Hose Faucets

Published October 4, 2023

Water Softener Regeneration: Top 5 Frequently Asked Questions

Published September 25, 2023

The True Cost of Furnace Replacement: A Consumer Guide

Well Pump Troubleshooting: What to Do When You Have No Water Pressure

Published September 25, 2023

Well Pump Troubleshooting: What to Do When You Have No Water Pressure

Soft Water Waukesha: New Water, Old Problems

Published September 24, 2023

Soft Water Waukesha: New Water, Old Problems

How to Increase Water Pressure from a Well

Published August 6, 2023

How to Increase Water Pressure from a Well

How Much Does It Cost to Get a Tankless Water Heater Installed?

Published August 6, 2023

How Much Does It Cost to Get a Tankless Water Heater Installed?

All About Inverter Air Conditioners: Side-Discharge AC vs. Standard Cube AC

Published June 15, 2023

All About Inverter Air Conditioners: Side-Discharge AC vs. Standard Cube AC

Well Water Testing: All Questions Answered

Published June 14, 2023

Well Water Testing: All Questions Answered

Homeowner attempting to fix own air conditioner despite warning label

Published June 6, 2023

The Importance of a Good AC Repairman

Why Your AC Isn’t Working Right: A Step-by-Step Troubleshooting Guide

Published May 31, 2023

Why Your AC Isn’t Working Right: A Step-by-Step Troubleshooting Guide

How to Stop a Water Heater Leak (Fast)

Published May 31, 2023

How to Stop a Water Heater Leak (Fast)

Published May 25, 2023

How Often Should Your Water Softener Regenerate?

Water Heater Efficiency: Explained (Energy Use vs. Water Heating Ability)

Published May 25, 2023

Water Heater Efficiency: Explained (Energy Use vs. Water Heating Ability)

Rent or Buy a Water Softener: Which Is Right for You?

Published May 24, 2023

Rent or Buy a Water Softener: Which Is Right for You?

How Often to Add Salt to Your Water Softener

Published May 24, 2023

How Often to Add Salt to Your Water Softener

E-One Grinder Pumps, Unlocked: What They Are + Why You Have One

Published May 4, 2023

E-One Grinder Pumps, Unlocked: What They Are + Why You Have One

How Much Does a Replacement Water Heater Really Cost?

Published May 3, 2023

How Much Does a Replacement Water Heater Really Cost?

Published May 3, 2023

What Water Heater Is The Best?

How Long Does a Water Heater Last?

Published May 3, 2023

How Long Does a Water Heater Last?

How to Maintain Your Water Heater

Published May 2, 2023

How to Maintain Your Water Heater

Constant Pressure Well Pumps vs. Standard Well Pumps

Published April 30, 2023

Constant Pressure Well Pumps vs. Standard Well Pumps

Why is There Ice Forming on My Air Conditioner?

Published April 30, 2023

Why Your AC Is Frozen and What To Do About It

The 3 Most Common Home Well Pumps In Wisconsin

Published April 30, 2023

The 3 Most Common Home Well Pumps In Wisconsin

Well Pump Service: Signs Your Water Well Pump Needs Repair

Published April 26, 2023

Well Pump Service: Signs Your Water Well Pump Needs Repair

Signs of a Bad Well Pump Pressure Switch

Published April 25, 2023

Signs of a Bad Well Pump Pressure Switch

How to Check and Recharge Your Well Pressure Tank: A Step-by-Step Guide

Published April 21, 2023

How to Check and Recharge Your Well Pressure Tank: A Step-by-Step Guide

Final Cost of Air Conditioner Replacement and Installation

Published April 21, 2023

The True Cost to Replace Your AC in 2024

AC Not Keeping Up on a Hot Day?

Published April 21, 2023

AC Not Keeping Up on a Hot Day?

Air Conditioner Tune-Ups for Southeastern Wisconsin

Published April 21, 2023

FAQ: Air Conditioner Tune-Ups for Southeast Wisconsin

The Four Different Types of Well Pressure Tanks

Published April 20, 2023

The Four Different Types of Well Pressure Tanks

Preparing Your Sump Pump for Spring

Published April 11, 2023

Preparing Your Sump Pump for Spring

Safely opening a spigot in the summer, hose faucet outside home

Published April 10, 2023

How to Summerize (De-Winterize) Your Hose Spigot

Our Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Warehouse on Wheels

Published April 10, 2023

Our Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Warehouse on Wheels

Published February 13, 2023

Looking Down the Pipe: The Future of Skilled Trades

Published November 30, 2022

Hard Evidence: Top 4 Indications Your Water Softener Needs Service

Will It Flush? 3 Things You Should Know About a Popular Bathroom Product

Published September 28, 2022

Will it Flush? 3 Things You Should Know About a Popular Bathroom Product

Late-Season Air Conditioner Maintenance: A Heated Discussion on AC Tune-Ups

Published September 9, 2022

Late-Season Air Conditioner Maintenance: A Heated Discussion on AC Tune-Ups

Well Pumps Need Love Too!

Published August 17, 2022

Well Pumps Need Love, Too!

The New Chapter of Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air: Welcoming Polar Express & Luke N. Reuter

Published July 29, 2022

The New Chapter of Austin Plumbing, Heating & Air: Welcoming Polar Express & Luke N. Reuter

Is Duct Cleaning Worth It?

Published April 26, 2022

Is Duct Cleaning Worth It?

Well Pump Service: Causes & Solutions to Poor Well Water Pressure

Published April 26, 2022

Well Pump Service: Causes & Solutions to Poor Well Water Pressure

Common Causes of Clogged Drains and Sewer Lines

Published April 26, 2022

Common Causes of Clogged Drains and Sewer Lines

Should You Cover Your Air Conditioner Unit?

Published April 26, 2022

Should You Cover Your Air Conditioner Unit?

Not all HVAC Companies & Technicians Are Created Equal

Published April 26, 2022

Not all HVAC Companies & Technicians Are Created Equal

Published April 26, 2022

How Smart Is it Investing in a Smart Thermostat

Do These Before Heading South for the Winter

Published April 25, 2022

Do These Before Heading South for the Winter