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Snow has made its appearance in Central Wisconsin — is your household heating system ready to handle months of freezing weather? If you haven’t taken the time to assess your furnace, boiler, or heat pump to ensure it’s prepared to perform optimally throughout winter, now is the time to take care of that. To help you out, the experts at Steve’s Plumbing & Heating share simple yet effective heating system preparation tips below.

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Every home needs to have a toolbox with basic tools for those inevitable small jobs that always come up when you become a homeowner. While you don't have to go out and buy a slew of tools all at once, the following are ones that you should plan to add to your toolbox along the way. 

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Are your wintertime heating costs getting out of control? Check out these simple things you can do to save a bundle on your monthly heating bills.

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Wisconsin winters are notoriously cold—less than 30 years ago, we recorded our coldest day in history at 55 below zero. When the weather reaches temperatures like that, plumbing issues are almost inevitable. At Steve’s Plumbing and Heating, we know just how inconvenient and potentially damaging winter plumbing problems can be. So, to help you recognize when you might be on the verge of a plumbing disaster, we’ve put together this brief collection of the most common issues we see. Take a peek and get prepared.

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Winter in central Wisconsin is notoriously cold, which means it’s the worst time of year to be without a properly functioning thermostat. Typically, HVAC thermostats last approximately 10 years, so if you know you’re due for a replacement, now is a perfect time. If, however, your thermostat hasn’t hit it’s age threshold yet, and your HVAC system is acting odd, our team at Steve’s Plumbing and Heating is here to help. Here are three of the most common signs that your thermostat is ready for a replacement:

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Colder days aren’t far off in central Wisconsin, and that means it’s time to start thinking about furnace maintenance for the winter season. If you’re unsure how to go about maintaining your furnace for peak performance, our team at Steve’s Plumbing & Heating is here to help! Check out our tips below that’ll help ensure your heating system performs optimally all winter long.

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If you own a vintage home, there’s a good chance you’re still heating your house with an old fashioned boiler system. While you might think your system may be outdated and in need of replacement, boilers—when properly maintained—can last up to 50 years or longer. They’re typically more energy-efficient than furnaces and produce a tremendous amount of heat, which is perfect for our frigid Wisconsin winters. Rather than replacing your older heating system, take the necessary steps to make sure it stands the test of time. How can you do that? It all boils down to taking proper care of your boiler on a regular basis. Below, the experts at Steve’s Plumbing & Heating explain what you can do to maintain your boiler properly.

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Is your water heater on the fritz? How inconvenient, right? Whether you’re not getting enough hot water or you’re unit appears to be leaking, several minor issues can cause your water heater to malfunction.

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Houseplants are a lovely aesthetic addition to any home, but did you know they serve an important functional purpose too? According to NASA, indoor plants can help reduce levels of airborne pollutants in your home. But before you head off to your local nursery to stock up on greenery, you should know: not every species of indoor plant is great for air purification.

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Has the Wisconsin air got you down? We can help clean the air in your home by installing a brand new whole-house or single-room air cleaner. A Steve’s Plumbing & Heating technician is ready to show you all the filtration options available to you. Installation is quick and easy and can solve a wide range of issues. Some of these problems are listed below.

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