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The Problems with Orangeburg Pipe and Why Replacement is Often Needed

Orangeburg piping was once a saving grace during genuinely desperate times. It helped struggling homeowners set up what was at that time a relatively more reliable yet cheaper sewer drain system. Today, however, the term has an unpleasant ringer to it, thanks to countless anecdotes of the horrors it caused in homes. When homeowners learn about Orangeburg pipes they realize it can be costly but necessary to replace. Also called "no-corrode" pipes and "black-pipe," Orangeburg piping is a type of bituminized fiber pipe composed of hot pitch and wood pulp. It was…

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September 25, 2020

Featured / Plumbing

Why Are Galvanized Pipes a Problem in Older Homes?

Decades ago, galvanized pipes were the shiny new home improvement homeowners were clamoring for – until they were no longer as attractive as they were originally marketed to be. A common sight in homes built in the pre-1960 era galvanized pipes soon gave in to the elements, corroding over the decades and becoming almost as toxic as the lead pipes they were supposed to replace to enhance safety. As brand new installations, galvanized pipes sport the color a nickel, but as their zinc coatings wear off, gradually giving way to rust, they…

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September 24, 2020

Air Conditioning

Common Reasons Why Your Air Conditioner Condenser Is Not Working

Your home’s air conditioner condenser is one of the essential parts of your air conditioning unit. Without it, your AC system wouldn’t be able to produce cold air. On top of playing a vital role in the cooling process, your air conditioner condenser also helps ensure that the unit functions continuously and effectively. How an Air Conditioner Condenser Works The condenser is located within your outdoor AC unit. The outside unit connects to the indoor part of the AC system by way of a copper refrigerant tube. The overall function of these…

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June 23, 2020

Air Conditioning

9 Reasons to Consider Getting a New Air Conditioner Unit

No matter how top-notch your air conditioner was when you bought it or how well you’ve maintained it, it will eventually need to be replaced. At some point, just as with your car, the expense of repairs and time wasted on scheduling them will become tiring. However, it’s not always easy to know when the time has come to upgrade to a new unit. Age, condition, and performance are three general factors to consider when trying to decide if you need to invest in a new air conditioner. Moreover, if your AC…

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June 9, 2020

BHI News

BHI Giving Back & Helpful Tips during the Difficult Time

At BHI Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, we understand that our customers have been affected by the shortage of supplies in our area. Many have had a hard time finding daily necessities like toilet paper during this temporary shortage. If any of our residential customers need a few rolls of toilet paper, please feel free to come by our San Bernardino office. We have a limited supply that we are happy to share with our customer base. (Please, only if you are in true need of it) “We prefer that our customers…

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March 19, 2020

Plumbing

The Different Options for Drain Cleaning

As a mother, you know the difficulty of clearing up a blocked drain—especially if you’ve got little ones. A blocked drain is a real hassle because you may not know the cause. Plus, there are so many options to clean a drain on the market. Choosing the wrong option mean that you’ll be pouring money down the drain. Choosing the right drain cleaner will mean you can get the job done fast. As a busy mother, you need a drain cleaner that is effective and fast. Below, we list some of the…

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March 12, 2020

Air Conditioning

Everything You Need to Know about R22 Replacement

This is a comprehensive guide on R22 Replacement that will provide your options. Before we get into the options for your R22 refrigerant replacement we will provide some backstory as to the reasons why HCFC-22 commonly known as R22 Freon is being phased out. EPA Regulations The past decade the Environmental Protection Agency commonly known as the EPA has been on a mission to phase out emissions of chemicals that affect our ozone layer. In the ’90s the EPA phased out halons and CFCs. Since 2010 the phase-out process of HCFC-22 (R22…

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January 13, 2020

Plumbing

The Difference Between Hydro Jetting and Snaking Your Pipes

There is nothing worse than coming home from work to find you have a clogged drain. Or perhaps you get up one Saturday morning to cook breakfast for your family, and you find out your sink isn’t draining at all. If you live long enough, you will encounter a clogged drain. Sometimes you’re lucky, and you can unclog your drain with a plunger or a liquid drain cleaner. However, if you have to call a plumber, he or she may tell you that they need to use a hydro jet or a…

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December 23, 2019

Septic System

How do Septic Systems Work?

If you live in an area without a centralized sewer system, you have what is called a septic system. Typically, a septic system, as opposed to a sewer system, is found in rural areas. They are also found in areas where the houses are spaced so far apart that installing a sewage system would be too expensive to fix. Septic systems, like sewer systems, are used to treat wastewater from your home. This includes water from the kitchen drains, your laundry room, and your bathroom. This includes not only the bathtub and…

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December 8, 2019