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When Your Home’s Electrical Panel Is a Time Bomb: Warning Signs Only an Expert Can Decode
Your home’s electrical panel is the heartbeat of your entire power system. It silently distributes electricity to every outlet, appliance, and light in your home. But when that panel begins to fail, it can become more than just a nuisance. It can turn into a serious safety hazard. Most homeowners never think about their electrical…
Read MoreFall HVAC & Plumbing Checklist for Tuscaloosa Homes: Get Ready for Cooler Weather
As summer winds down in Alabama, Tuscaloosa homeowners prepare for cooler nights and the arrival of fall. September is the perfect time to give your HVAC and plumbing systems extra attention before winter weather sets in. With a few proactive steps, you can prevent unexpected breakdowns, improve efficiency, and keep your home comfortable all season…
Read MoreSmart Thermostat vs. Traditional HVAC: Real Savings & Comfort in the Bessemer Area
Smart Thermostat vs. Traditional HVAC in Bessemer Homeowners in Bessemer and across Alabama want reliable comfort without skyrocketing energy bills. If you’ve been exploring ways to manage heating and cooling more efficiently, you’ve likely come across smart thermostats. These devices promise advanced technology, energy savings, and convenience. But how do they really compare to a…
Read MoreThe Homeowner’s Complete Guide to Backflow Prevention: Risks, Regulations & Maintenance
You probably don’t think about backflow often, but it can become a serious problem with major health consequences. In Tuscaloosa, where weather events and pressure fluctuations are common, homeowners are especially vulnerable. A reversed flow of water can contaminate your clean supply with harmful substances, and many residents don’t realize their home is at risk…
Read MoreWhy Is My Air Conditioner Leaking Water?
If you’ve noticed water pooling around your air conditioning unit, you might be wondering, “Why is my air conditioner leaking water?” While a small amount of condensation is normal, excessive leaking could indicate a more serious issue that needs attention. Ignoring a leaking AC can lead to water damage, mold growth, and costly air conditioner…
Read MoreHow to Unclog a Sink
A clogged sink can be a frustrating problem, whether it’s in your kitchen or bathroom. When water starts draining slowly—or worse, not at all—it’s a sign that you have a drain clog that needs attention. Fortunately, there are several effective methods to unclog a sink drain, ranging from DIY techniques to professional drain cleaning services.…
Read More3 Health Benefits for Using Your AC While Sleeping
A major part of your health relies on getting a good night’s sleep. That’s why it’s not just important to run your air conditioner during the hot summer days.
Read MoreWhat Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?
Did you know the average American spends nearly 90 percent of life indoors? That’s why it is increasingly important to ensure indoor air quality (IAQ) is clean and healthy.
Read MoreWhat Is a Heat Pump?
Heat pumps provide heating and cooling capabilities—there’s no need to supplement your heat pump with an air conditioner. That means you only have one system to worry about for repairs and maintenance costs.
Read MoreDuctless Mini Splits for Comfortable and Healthy Living
Fortunately, ductless mini splits can provide all the essentials for home comfort—warm air, cool air, ventilation, and humidity control. Plus, they’re much more efficient than a standard air conditioner and furnace combination.
Read MoreWhy Do I Need a Humidifier?
Winter is right around the corner and with it comes freezing temperatures, frequent illness, and dry indoor air. If you struggle with discomfort during the winter in your Tuscaloosa home, you may benefit from investing in a humidification system.
Read MoreWhy Is My Furnace Leaking Water?
You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Why would your furnace be leaking water? It could be a few different things. In most cases, it is not a big repair, so keep calm.
Read MoreReduce Microplastics In Your Drinking Water
Microplastics are everywhere.
The microscopic pieces of plastic are so tiny you do not notice them in the air you breathe and the food you eat. You will not see them flowing from your kitchen faucet or taste them in a bottle of purified water.
Read MoreHow to Spot a Cracked Heat Exchanger
At Banks Quarles Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, and Electrical, we take the safety of our customers in Alabama very seriously. That’s why we want you to know how to spot a cracked heat exchanger.
Read MoreHow to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill
Wintertime is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm.
Read More4 Reasons to Replace Your Home’s Air Filter
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) filters and the late comedian Rodney Dangerfield have a lot in common.
Read MoreHow to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency
If you are in the market for a new heat pump, efficiency is probably a key factor in your search. The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has a universal ranking system for heating and cooling units that serves to help.
Read MoreWhen Should You Replace Your Furnace?
Your furnace plays the key role in keeping you warm in your Moundville home, but even with routine maintenance, it does not last forever.
Read MoreWhy Is Remodeling My Home in the Fall or Winter a Better Time?
When you come out of winter’s hibernation, you are ready for a change. Warmer weather prompts many a project. You may begin a plan to get healthy, so you adopt new eating habits and exercise. Or maybe you decide to change up your nest.
Read MoreWhat are Zone Control Systems?
If you have a large home with multiple stories or a large household with family members who prefer different temperatures, consider installing a zone control system.
Read MoreHow to Reduce Dust in Your Home
At Banks Quarles Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, and Electrical, we know how important clean indoor air quality is for your home. Our team specializes in offering whole-house solutions to keep you and your loved ones healthy, comfortable, and safe throughout the year.
Read MorePlanning to Remodel? Go Ductless!Planning to Remodel? Go Ductless!Planning to Remodel? Go Ductless!
A ductless system, also known as a mini split, can add comfort to areas of your Moundville, Alabama, home where ductwork cannot reach. Whether you are remodeling or adding new living space, our team at Banks Quarles is ready to assist.
Read MoreHow Does an Air Conditioner Work?
As a homeowner here in Alabama, it’s always a good idea to learn as much as you can about your appliances.Needless to say, this is no exception for your air conditioning (AC) unit.
Read More5 Signs You Need Sump Pump Repair
You depend on your sump pump to prevent your Moundville home from flooding in the basement. But it can’t do its job properly when there’s an issue with it.
Read MoreWhy is Indoor Air Quality Important?
Although energy efficient homes provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well.
Read MoreWhy Is a Home Dehumidifier Important
A dehumidifier is a piece of equipment that removes moisture from the surrounding air. It works opposite of a humidifier, which adds moisture to the air.
Read MoreThe Problem With Clogged Air Filters
It’s understandable why worrying about the air filter in your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is probably way down at the bottom of the priority list.
Read MoreAC and Allergies
Banks Quarles Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, and Electrical has a team of home comfort experts ready to find the perfect solution for your lifestyle.
Read MoreWhat to Know About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is known as the silent killer for a reason—it can easily go undetected and cause illness and even death. It’s critical to learn how to prevent carbon monoxide leaks in your Moundville home—as well as what the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are in case you are exposed.
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Air Handlers
An air handler works in tandem with your air conditioner or heat pump to help you get the most efficiency from your HVAC system.
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