Beat the Heat: Your Ultimate Guide to Prepping Your HVAC System for Summer Welcome to the Sunshine Season! With the sun climbing higher every day, it’s that critical time again—time to get your air conditioning (AC) system in top shape for the relentless summer heat. At Wisler Plumbing and Air, we’re all about making sure your home remains the cool sanctuary you deserve during the sizzle of summer. Let’s dive into the essential steps to ensure your AC system is your reliable partner in comfort. Fresh Filters for Fresher Air Start with the basics: air filters. These unsung heroes do more than j ..read more

Wondering what it means when your thermostat tells you to change your humidifier pad? An unknown error message can be a little worrying, but don’t worry: it’s just telling you that it’s time for regular maintenance. You might call it a water filter, a water panel, an evaporator pad, or a humidifier filter, but whatever it is, whatever its name is, if you need a little humidity in the winter months. It needs to be replaced regularly! Furnace humidifiers or whole-house humidifiers are different from portable humidifiers and require different maintenance and attention. How Often To Change Humidif ..read more

We need our Roanoke furnace to survive Virginia cold, but that heat comes at a price: dry indoor air. Most people notice that they have dry, itchy skin during the winter. For some, sore throats and “permanent colds” are a problem. Dry winter air can worsen asthma and dust allergies and even cause nosebleeds in some people. Properly humidified air can help alleviate some of these dry air symptoms. It might be tempting to buy a small desktop or portable humidifier. But the only way to truly solve the problem is to install a furnace humidifier. A whole house humidifier built into your HVAC system ..read more

In the HVAC systems space, furnace flame sensors play a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of heating processes. These small but important components are responsible for detecting the presence of a flame in the furnace, thus maintaining a stable and controlled combustion process. In this blog post, we’ll take a deeper look at how furnace flame sensors work, when to consider repairs, and some basic knowledge to keep your heating system in top shape. How Do Furnace Flame Sensors Work Furnace flame sensors are generally thin metal rods, often made of stainless steel, positioned ..read more

It’s common for homeowners to crank up their thermostat and cozy up with long, hot showers during the cold winter months. So it’s no secret that energy consumption increases when seasonal temperatures decrease! It can be expensive to provide your home with a constant supply of warm air throughout the season, but fortunately there are some energy saving tips you can use to reduce energy costs. With a few simple changes to your home, you can save energy and money while staying warm this winter. Here are the top 10 winter energy saving tips to help homeowners save money on their heating bills: #1 ..read more

Water heaters are one of the most important appliances in your home. This is a significant investment and most of our customers want to ensure they protect their investment for as long as possible. Annually servicing a water heater by flushing it extends its lifespan and can prevent a costly disaster in your home. Flushing your water heater is easy and removes harmful deposits that can build up at the bottom of the tank after prolonged use. This sediment can block or clog your water heater’s pressure relief valve (preventing it from bursting) and cause corrosion. Sediment can also cause your w ..read more

Virginia’s municipal tap water is generally very drinkable, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t trust your own judgment. There are several reasons why even the most carefully treated and filtered tap water smells strange or appears unclean. Due to broken pipes in your home, your water may even be contaminated after treatment. Why is my tap water white? Why does my water taste metallic? It’s easy to get paranoid about drinking water and before you know it, you’re panicking to use the faucet. The best way to avoid this unpleasant feeling is to safely diagnose your water. We’ll help you get start ..read more

Types of Home Faucets and How to Repair Them It is not uncommon to find different faucet models with different operating systems, even within the same household. In general, the functionality of the faucet does not pose a pressing problem as long as it serves its main purpose. However, if your faucet starts dripping, leaking, or sputtering, it’s important to understand the nuances. They all work – and break – differently. There are four main types of faucets, each with unique functionality and potential problems. To carry out a faucet repair, you must first identify the type it is. Let’s explo ..read more

Water quality is critical for a variety of reasons, from its impact on our health to its impact on our household appliances. One household item we often overlook when it comes to water quality is the humble toilet. However, toilets occupy a central place in our everyday lives. And for residents of Virginia, where hard water is a common problem, the impact of water quality on toilets can be very significant. The state of Virginia actually has the hardest water in the country, which you can learn more about here. In this article, we examine the effects of hard water on toilets and what you can d ..read more

From the agricultural industry to the food and beverage sector, water is an essential part of running a successful business. However, if the drinking water in your community is hard, smelly, or discolored, it can scupper your best-laid plans. Whether you simply need to provide your office workers with high-quality drinking water or filter thousands of gallons for beverage production, there is a filtration system for you. A commercial water filter system or commercial reverse osmosis system offers countless advantages to improve the quality of your water and therefore the quality of life of you ..read more