Althoff Home Services Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Crystal Lake’

Common Household Electrical Problems That Need Urgent Attention

Monday, April 11th, 2022

The issue with many electrical problems that you might face in your home is that they can all seem urgent. We understand why you might feel this way; when it comes to any electrical issue you’re facing, your safety is the number one priority. This can really up the perceived urgency of an electrical problem and it’s a great reason to talk to one of our team members. 

If you’re looking for an excellent electrician in Crystal Lake, IL, then we’re the ones you should turn to. We’re known for our quality work. In fact, we’ve been a favorite in the area dating all the way back to 1961. It’s also why we have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. We have your back in every scenario.

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Don’t Forget Your Plumbing When You’re Spring Cleaning

Monday, March 14th, 2022

Spring is just around the corner. We know that you’re getting prepared for the cold to thaw and the warm weather to arrive. You’re probably excited about it too. If this is something you’re thinking about, then we suggest making sure you’re looking into your home’s plumbing as well. It can be easy to focus on getting all the grime out of the nooks and crannies. This mindset should apply to your pipes and plumbing as well. 

If you need great plumbing, then make sure that you can rely on our plumbers in Crystal Lake, IL. We know our stuff and we make sure that we pay it forward. This is why you should rely on team members like ours. We’re going to help you get the perfect plumbing this spring. 

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When to Replace Your Heater

Monday, February 28th, 2022

When we reach this point in the winter season, you might start to have doubts about your home’s heater. If you’ve noticed that your heater isn’t able to perform its intended job, then it might be time for you to reconsider things. There’s nothing wrong with calling it quits with your current system even in the middle of the winter. We understand that you might want to wait until the season is over to make things easier. We strive to make things as easy as possible for you. We’re able to do this because we’re informed on so many of the heaters on the market, we’re available to discuss them with you, and we can install them flawlessly. This is why you should trust us for your heating in Crystal Lake, IL. Let’s figure out if it’s time to replace your home’s heater below…

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How to Keep Your Furnace Safe

Monday, February 14th, 2022
Nice blue cottage. With spruce, clouds, and snow

No matter how large or small your home may be or what type of climate you are in, owning a furnace is essential. Indeed, no matter if you use it for one month out of the year or six months, furnaces can literally help keep us safe, healthy, and comfortable. Therefore, you should take the time to ensure that you are doing your best to keep it safe and well-maintained. That said, here’s a list of tips and tricks to help you do just that. If you ever need further help, we’re here to assist with your furnace repair in Crystal Lake, IL.

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How to Improve Your Heater’s Efficiency

Monday, January 3rd, 2022

The colder months mean hot cocoa, warm sweaters, and higher thermostats. While these days may symbolize a generally cozier atmosphere, moments like these only work if you have your home’s temperature set just right. While some of our home heaters work just fine, when the temperatures start reaching freezing levels it gets hard to just rely on the heater alone.

In order to improve your experience during the winter months, we’ve put together a list of some of the best ways to get your heater pumping out as much heat as it can in an efficient and simple way.

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Ceiling Fans: Your Best Bet for Comfort

Monday, October 25th, 2021

If you’re trying to improve your home and your comfort, there are quick and simple ways to do this. One of which is to start using your ceiling fan a little more often. We know that ceiling fans are often parts of a house that come to a standstill and act more as decoration during the cooler months. But if you’re looking to improve your home comfort, the ceiling fan is a good place to start. 

We want to help you with the services you need. We have the best electricians in Crystal Lake, IL. This means that you’re going to get the best services possible alongside the best information. Contact us when you’re ready to learn more.

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It’s Time to Tune-Up Your Heater

Monday, September 27th, 2021
Nice blue cottage. With spruce, clouds, and snow

We’ve finally reached that time of year where things are starting to cool off. It might not be cold enough for you to fire up your heater all day long, but we know you’re definitely having those days where you might need to turn on your heater in the evening. Colder weather is ahead of us. We want to do our part today to make sure you’re prepared for what’s to come. 

If you haven’t already, we suggest you turn your attention to your heater in Crystal Lake, IL. If you don’t know where to start, then we can help guide you in the right direction. Let’s go over the basics below…

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Indoor Air Quality Checkpoint: How’s Your Air?

Monday, September 13th, 2021

Today is when you should take a moment to check in with your home’s indoor air quality. This is something that can get lost in the shuffle. Heating and air conditioning tend to be the kings and queens of temperature control. We don’t blame you if this is your central focus, but we do want to encourage you to broaden your horizons a little.

This is why we want to focus on your indoor air quality in Crystal Lake, IL. Today we’re going to talk about signs that you need help with your indoor air quality, the various options that you have with our professionals, and why professional care is important.

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How to Stay Cool Through the End of Summer

Monday, August 16th, 2021

The hottest month of the summer has arrived. We know that you’ve been feeling the heat. If you’re looking for ways to stay cool through the rest of the summer, then you’ve found the right blog.

One thing that we pride ourselves on doing here is passing on the knowledge we have to our customers. If you need quality air conditioning care in Crystal Lake, IL, then we want to help you with this. You should start out with the tips we list today. If you notice that you could use help getting better relief from the heat this summer, then we’re going to help you today.

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Central AC Isn’t Your Only Option

Monday, August 2nd, 2021

Are you thinking about switching up your air conditioning this summer? You don’t need to stick with an air conditioner that doesn’t serve you well. We always want to remind you of this because we understand it’s easy to lose sight of these things. If you’d like to upgrade to a new air conditioning system, you need to make sure that you’re considering all your options.

Air conditioning in Crystal Lake, IL is our specialty. Make sure that you’re considering all the options available to you because you deserve to explore all of them. We’re the team that can walk you through everything and we’re going to start today with this blog.

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