Posts by David Gordon-Smith
5 Benefits of a Plumbing Maintenance Plan
When it comes to your Salt Lake City home’s plumbing, you want to feel secure it will continue to work every day when you need it, without surprises. At Friendly Plumber, Heating & Air, we can help you make this a reality with our plumbing maintenance plan.
Read MoreWill My Pipes Freeze If My Heat Is Off?
If you leave your Utah home during subfreezing weather, remember to keep on the heat. You could end up paying for a pipe replacement otherwise.
Read MoreDo Home Remedies Work for Unclogging Drains?
Whether it’s in your bathroom or kitchen, a clogged drain can quickly become very inconvenient. Many times, when homeowners notice water pooling in their sinks or bathtubs, they’ll reach for the chemicals, baking soda, vinegar, or a plunger to try and clear the blockage. But are home remedies effective at unclogging drains? In the latest…
Read More5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Drains Clean
Clogs and blockages can not only prevent water from freely flowing down the drain, but can also put unnecessary strain on your plumbing system. Acting proactively to keep your drains clean and free of any blockages is a great way to protect your kitchen and bathroom sinks. Read the latest blog post from Friendly Plumber,…
Read MoreWhy Is It Important to Test Water Quality?
Water is essential for human survival, and ensuring that the quality of our water is safe and secure is critical. This is where water quality testing comes in, an important process that involves analyzing drinking water samples to determine the presence of harmful substances, bacteria, and chemicals. The fundamental purpose of drinking water quality testing…
Read MoreHeat Pump Vs. Furnace; Which is Best for Your Home?
Looking to install a new heating system in your Salt Lake City home? Your two most popular choices are a heat pump and a furnace. Each one has advantages and disadvantages when compared to the other. In this blog, we will compare heat pumps to furnaces to help you determine which type of heating system…
Read MoreFall Home Heating Tips
As the leaves start falling off trees and temperatures begin to dip, keeping your home prepared for the chilly months ahead will help you stay warm and avoid high energy bills. As a top provider of heating services in the Salt Lake City area, Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air is here to offer some valuable…
Read MoreIs Hard Water Bad for You?
From keeping you hydrated to cleaning your dishes, water plays a crucial role in our daily lives. But have you ever stopped to consider the quality of the water flowing through your taps? You might have heard the term “hard water” tossed around in conversations about plumbing and home maintenance, but is it bad for…
Read MoreTank Vs. Tankless Water Heater; Which is Best for Your Home?
Are you considering replacing or upgrading your home’s water heater? Making the right choice for you and your home’s needs can improve your water quality and potentially save you money. With two options available—tankless water heaters and tank water heaters—it’s important to understand their differences and weigh the pros and cons. As a Plumbing and…
Read MoreFamily at Friendly Plumber, Heating & Air: Meet Jon, Jordan, and Josiah Davidson
When it comes to the Friendly Plumber, Heating & Air team, three individuals stand out as exceptional examples of commitment, compassion, and responsibility – Jon, Jordan, and Josiah Davidson.
Read MoreWhat Problems Can a Leaky Faucet Cause?
Water is dripping from your Salt Lake City home’s faucet—but how serious is the situation? Truthfully, even a little drip could lead to a big problem!
Read MoreWhat Should I Do About Frozen Pipes?
During the colder months of a Utah winter, frozen pipes can be a real concern. It is not only about the pipes freezing and you not having water. The bigger issue is when the pipes burst, causing all levels of havoc and damage to your home.
Read MoreDo I Need a Plumbing Inspection?
The whole idea of a plumbing inspection is to head off any potential plumbing issues in your home––to avert a disaster or costly repair.
Read MoreHow Often Do I Need to Clean My Main Sewer Line?
How frequently do you think about your Salt Lake City home’s sewer lines? If you don’t give your main sewer line a second thought, you are not alone.
At Friendly Plumber Heating & Air, we take your plumbing needs and concerns seriously. Your main sewer line plays a vital role in your entire Utah home’s plumbing system—we want to help you properly maintain it!
Read More5 Plumbing Problems Costing You Money
Our Friendly Plumber, Heating & Air plumbers recommend addressing concerns when you initially notice them to help you save money in the long run.
Read MoreHow to Prevent Frozen or Burst Pipes This Winter
It’s critical for Salt Lake City homeowners to understand the risks and dangers of frozen or burst water pipes.
Read More6 Common Plumbing Mistakes to Avoid
These tips may help you avoid making existing problems worse or even circumvent plumbing problems all together.
Read MoreWhy Do My Drains Keep Clogging?
One of the most common causes of a kitchen drain clog is too much food getting stuck in your drain. Avoid pouring oil, coffee grounds, bones, eggshells, and other tough foods (or non-food items like paint) to reduce the likelihood of a clog.
Read MoreWhy Do I Need a Humidifier in the Fall?
Concerned about the humidity change and want to enhance your comfort inside your Salt Lake City home? A humidifier is an excellent option.
Read MoreHow Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter?
Are you anticipating a higher heating bill this winter? Here in Salt Lake City, temperatures can get pretty low. Find out how to cut heating costs.
Read MoreWhat Time of Year Should You Turn on Your Furnace?
If you hear unusual noises or your heating system fails to deliver warm air, consider scheduling a professional diagnosis and repairs as soon as possible. Even if your furnace operates smoothly, a tune-up will ensure it continues to work efficiently through the heating season.
Read MoreWhat Are the Different Types of Furnaces?
If you happen to be in the market for a new furnace, you may be overwhelmed by the number of options available. Our professional team at Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air would like to make it a bit easier by providing some basics on the different types of furnaces on the market today. We hope…
Read MoreHow to Unclog a Drain
Our team at Friendly Home Services wants to share some affordable, effective ways to unclog a home drain as well as tips on preventing the problem in the future!
Read MoreWhy Is My AC Blowing Hot Air?
Many reasons can cause an air conditioner to malfunction, resulting in warm or hot air blowing through your vents. Our Friendly Home Services professionals want to help you diagnose those problems quickly and then get them fixed, so you can cool down your family and your home.
Read MoreStaycation to Avoid Inflation: Tips to Create Your At-Home Oasis
Inflation is affecting everyone in Utah and throughout the country. If you’re unsure whether your household budget is up for a hotel, meals, and plenty of gasoline stops, consider a staycation instead!
Read MoreCommon AC Purchasing Mistakes to Avoid
When it’s time to invest in a major home appliance like an air conditioner (AC), you want to be well informed. The good news is technology has made it easy to gather a great deal of information in a short period of time. The bad news is there are so many makes and models of air conditioners available, the entire process can get quickly overwhelming.
Read MoreWhat to Do If Your Main Line Drain Is Clogged
Understanding the signs of a main line sewer drain clog can help you identify whether or not this is the issue you’re dealing with in your Utah home. If you would rather leave our Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air plumbing professionals to the investigating, then give us a call so we can step in and tackle the problem for you.
Read More5 Ways to Keep Your AC Running Efficiently This Summer
You should be enjoying your summer in Salt Lake City! Start taking action now and relax, knowing your cooling system will be running at peak efficiency.
Read MoreAir Handler Maintenance
All the air in your Utah home runs through your air handler, and keeping it in tip-top shape has distinct benefits for you. Handle With Care Regularly scheduled maintenance for your air handler keeps you healthier; extends the life of your system; and contributes to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) higher efficiency; and may…
Read MoreWhy Is It Important to Have Proper Airflow In My Home?
Don’t put up with poor airflow or an inefficient heating and cooling system in your Utah home. Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air is here to provide you with the heating and air conditioning services you need to support a comfortable indoor atmosphere.
Read More5 Ways to Save Money on Your AC and Summer Energy Bill
Our heating and cooling experts at Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air can help you choose the right air conditioner (AC) for your budget and needs. We install, replace, repair, and maintain all major air conditioning brands in Salt Lake City, UT, and the surrounding areas.
Read MoreHeat Gain Prevention Tips
When you are in the middle of summer, it can be difficult to keep heat out of your Salt Lake City home even if you have your central air conditioning system going full blast. Our team at Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air wants to help you prevent heat from building up inside your home as much as possible so that your air conditioner can be more effective and efficient. Here are some tips to consider.
Read MoreFriendly Service Plans
Starting at just $12 a month, we’ll tune up your AC and furnace annually. You’ll also receive priority service, friendly reminders, and discounts on all additional HVAC and plumbing visits.
Read MoreVideo – What Is a Heat Pump?
A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from inside your home to outside or from outside to inside. In the winter a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer the process reverses and it will remove heat…
Read MoreSpring Money-Saving Tips
Everyone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. In the springtime, considering how you can reduce your energy bills is always a great idea. According to the US Department of…
Read MoreBe an Informed Consumer by Learning AC Lingo
The air conditioning system in your home is one of your biggest investments and home assets. In order to take care of it properly, as well as to communicate effectively with air conditioning (AC) professionals when needed, it’s good to understand some common air conditioning terminology. Our professionals at have put together the following air…
Read MoreVideo – Check Your Furnace Pilot Light
Your furnace may be blowing cold air because the pilot light has gone out. Call us or request service online to have it properly fixed. This is indicative of a bigger problem that requires professional help. Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air 801-923-6355
Read MoreHow to Eliminate Dust in My Home
Everyone has it, and nobody wants it. Dust. It’s rampant everywhere around the country and has become the subject of a lighthearted, frequently repeated myth at both the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). Officials at these agencies understand farming does not occur without creating dust. So the EPA…
Read MoreTake Advantage of Flexible Financing Options
Yearning for an improvement? Our flexible financing options make it easier than ever to obtain your new air conditioner (AC), furnace or plumbing system. You’ll have more money in your pocket today and maximum home comfort long-term. Purchasing new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment is more than a replacement—it’s an upgrade. In the…
Read MoreVideo – Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?
There are a few things to check in your home in the case that your furnace is blowing cold air, such as your thermostat settings, air filter, and your home’s ductwork. If you can’t figure out the issue, give us a call and we will inspect your furnace. Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air 801-923-6355
Read MoreVideo – Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?
There are a few things to check in your home in the case that your furnace is blowing cold air, such as your thermostat settings, air filter, and your home’s ductwork. If you can’t figure out the issue, give us a call and we will inspect your furnace. Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air 801-923-6355
Read More5 Signs You Need a New Sump Pump
When your sump pump quits, you lose an essential appliance and risk water damage from basement flooding. Replacing your sump pump before it breaks down is key to avoiding costly and inconvenient repairs, flooding, and frustration. The sump pump in your Utah home protects your crawlspace or basement from flooding. A higher water table and…
Read MoreVideo – When Do I Need to Replace the Batteries in My Smoke Detector?
Change the batteries in your smoke and CO detectors when you change your clocks for daylight savings. It’s an easy reminder to replace them and is very important for your safety! Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air (801) 923-6355
Read MoreHow Can I Save Money on My Heating Bill This Winter?
Is your energy bill too high in the winter? Are you looking for ways to cut costs? There are a number of simple things you can do at home to save money. Some of them are bigger projects, but most are simple things you can do in your day-to-day life to help reduce your heat…
Read MoreDo I Need A Whole-House Filtration System?
Inversion is a weather phenomenon that we know all too well in the Salt Lake City area. When it happens, like it did the first weekend of the New Year, warm air rises above cold air, trapping pollutants near the ground below. The particulate matter in the outdoor air drives us indoors, where we expect…
Read MoreVideo-Why Is My HVAC Unit Making Unusual Noises?
If you hear any unusual noise coming from your HVAC unit, please turn it off and call us at 801-923-6355. Don’t attempt any kind of repair without consulting an HVAC certified technician first. Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air 801-923-6355
Read MoreWhy Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?
Did you finally turn your furnace on this winter only to have cold air blowing out of your vents? Or did your stop working just when you started to need it most? There are a few reasons your furnace may be blowing cold air, and there a few things to check before you need to…
Read MoreVideo-Why Does My Furnace Smell Like Gas When I Turn it On?
You turn on your furnace, and you smell gas. What should you do? First assess what the smell most likely is, and you may not need to call anyone. Of course, if you’re still nervous because you just don’t know, turn off your furnace and give one of our highly trained technicians a call at…
Read MoreWhat Are Signs I Need a New Furnace?
A furnace is a major investment for any homeowner. Although it’s not something that will need to be done frequently, most people will face the decision of needing to purchase a new heating system sometime during home ownership. Our team at wants you to understand how your works and what signs you can watch for…
Read MoreVideo – Why Does My Heat Pump Smell Like It’s Burning?
You turn on your heat pump, and you smell something burning. What should you do? Who should you call first, the fire department or your HVAC technician? First assess what the smell most likely is, and you may not need to call anyone. Of course, if you’re still nervous because you just don’t know, turn…
Read MoreFall HVAC Maintenance
As the saying goes, “Time and tide wait for no one.” Whether you’re prepared or not, the summer months and warmer weather are gone, moving aside for fall and cooler temps. That means here in Salt Lake City you need to think about preparing your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for fall maintenance.…
Read MoreVideo – Energy Saving Tip 2
Turn on your ceiling fan when you’re home while raising the temperature on your thermostat to save energy costs and keep your home feeling cool. Make sure that your fan is rotating counter clockwise to blow the air straight down and therefore feel cool. Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air (801) 923-6355
Read MoreWhat Are Zone Control Systems?
Some like it hot! Others, not so much. 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. A zone control system—or zoning—only provides the necessary cooling or heating that each zone in your Utah home needs at the…
Read MoreVideo – Energy Saving Tip 1
It is no secret that your oven will toast your house up and cooking on a cold day is nice sometimes, but on a hot day it will warm your house up in an unnecessary way. Try to utilize the opportunity you might have to cook outside. Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air (801) 923-6355
Read MoreWhy Is My Air Conditioner Making Noises?
If you just heard an unusual noise come from the air conditioning (AC) system in your Salt Lake City home, you will want to find out if you have a significant problem on your hands. We hope it’s nothing more than a minor repair. But sometimes, a complete replacement is the only option. If so,…
Read MoreVideo- Stay Cool During the Summer
Schedule a clean-check today. Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air (801) 923-6355
Read MoreWhat Is a Ductless AC?
Ductless air conditioning (AC) systems can be the perfect answer for that room which is never quite cool enough or for that new addition you are building. It’s a low-maintenance and affordable option to upgrading to a newer air conditioning unit when more cooling is needed inside your Salt Lake City home. The ductless system…
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Does an Air Conditioner Help With Allergies?
Does an air conditioner (AC) help with allergies? In one word, yes. Actually two words, yes if. If you properly maintain the air conditioner. Air conditioners can help filter your home’s air and control its humidity, which are both helps in the allergy world. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), it’s…
Read MoreDo I Need to Chemical Wash the Condenser on My Air Conditioner?
The answer to this question is it depends. For some air conditioners, our Friendly Plumber, Heating and Air professionals recommend it. For others, we might not. Take a minute to read a little more about the process and give one of our experienced team members a call here in Salt Lake City, UT, to discuss…
Read MoreVideo – Do I Need to Schedule a Maintenance Appointment?
Regularly scheduled maintenance can help you catch symptoms of bigger problems before they become an issue for your business. Catching symptoms of trouble early on can keep your units working efficiently and safely as long as possible.
Read MoreVideo – How Much Water Does a Leaky Faucet Waste?
A leaky faucet is a fairly obvious sign that there is something wrong with your plumbing. Signs include soggy floors, foundation cracks, water meter changes, or a mildew smell. One leak in itself doesn’t mean you need new plumbing necessarily but frequent leaks could be a sign of an aging pipe system.
Read MoreListen to Your HVAC System
Think of your heating and cooling (HVAC) system components as the instruments in a quiet symphony. When all the pieces are in good condition and work in harmony, the only sounds you will hear will be the quiet hum of a motor and whisper of air as it exits registers in your Utah home. An…
Read MoreVideo – How to Protect Your Lungs From Nasty Air Quality in Your Home
Did you know that Utah leads the nation in poor air quality? Your home actually traps bad air and creates a worse environment than outside and since the pandemic, we are spending more time than ever before at home. Thankfully, there are solutions to this problem. Read the full article here.
Read MoreWhy Is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Important?
Energy-efficient homes are more common than ever. Although they provide many benefits, including reducing overall energy usage and a smaller carbon footprint, they come with some disadvantages as well. What Disadvantages? The most significant disadvantage is poor indoor air quality. Tightly sealed Salt Lake City area homes prevent heated and cooled air from escaping as…
Read MoreWhat Does AFUE Mean?
While an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or average fuel utilization efficiency. This standard measurement is given in percentages, letting you know how much of your fuel is actually used to heat your home…
Read MoreWhat Questions Should You Ask Before Hiring a Plumber?
Indoor plumbing is one of those things we all take for granted—that is, until we lose that convenience due to a plumbing problem. When plumbing issues inevitably arise, knowing what to do and who to call can drastically reduce the stress and difficulty of the situation. Even if you don’t have a leaky faucet or…
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Reduce Allergies with Air Duct Cleaning
Your home’s air ducts connect to your heating and cooling system, which carries all the air in your home. When you are breathing your home’s air, it is optimal for the traveling air to be as clean as possible, because it carries particles or debris that will settle in the ducts and carry it straight…
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