HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical Service Blog by Natal's Air Conditioning

Safety First: Don’t Try These DIY Electrical Fixes

December 13th, 2021

When a light bulb burns out or you’ve got a sconce that needs to be refreshed to fit the new aesthetic of your home, we understand putting in some elbow grease and getting to work. However, there’s a pretty thick line between fun projects for you and your family, and things that could be considered unsafe and a hazard.

As your local professional electricians in Kenner, LA, we hope you don’t mind that we’ve come up with a holiday guide to which DIY fixes you should probably stay away from this season.

There are thousands of tutorials online on how to do fun electrical projects with your family. Put up the holiday lights and set your home up with some smart home devices that play your favorite holiday music. We don’t want to damper your spirits! But just leave the more dangerous and difficult electrical tasks for the pros.

Why End of Season AC Maintenance Is Important

November 15th, 2021

It’s November, which means that most HVAC pros are talking less about air conditioners and more about heating systems. Even in our neck of the woods, we still rely on heating systems to keep our homes nice and cozy through the chilliest of nights.

That all being said, we need to discuss one final AC topic before we start talking about ways you can save on your heating bills. End-of-the-year AC repair in Mandeville, LA, as well as AC maintenance, is a necessity that we want homeowners to think about before they set their systems aside and wait for next spring.

We’re going to talk about how both of these vital services are necessary if your system is struggling, or hasn’t been maintained at all this year. We’ll also talk about why now might be the perfect time to fit in a final appointment before switching gears to the holiday season.

Your Old Knob and Tube Wiring Should Be Replaced

November 1st, 2021

Back at the turn of the 20th century, homes were starting to be outfitted with electrical wires. Gas lamps were a thing of the past, and the industrial revolution brought with it electricity—a cheap and effective alternative to traditional methods of lighting and power. From this point on, most homes were built with electrical systems installed, fuse boxes, and other ways to provide electrical power.

However, times have changed. The knob and tube wiring of the past is now old and outdated. If you’re a new homeowner in our area who just bought a beautiful old house, or you’re someone who has been in your antique house for a while, knob and tube wiring might ring a bell. Unfortunately, it could very well be a safety concern and could cause you trouble with your home insurance policy.

Our certified Mandeville, LA electricians can quickly remove your old wiring and replace it with newer, safer, more effective electrical wires.

Get Rid of Your Lead Pipes

October 18th, 2021

Every plumber in Metairie, LA would probably tell you to replace your lead pipes. There are various different reasons to do this, which we’ll get into down below, but the moral of the story is that lead pipes just aren’t used in plumbing systems anymore. Most lead pipes have already been replaced, and the few that are still in use are way older than functioning pipes should be.

However, the longevity and efficacy of lead pipes aren’t the first things that homeowners think of when they discover that their homes have lead. The most concerning issue that comes to mind with lead pipes is safety, like the effects that can come from lead poisoning over several years or decades.

Today, we’re going to go into specifics about lead pipes and how they can be unsafe. We’ll also talk about lead pipes that might not be a health risk, but can be a plumbing risk when looking towards the future.

Our Step By Step Guide to Fall Maintenance

October 4th, 2021

‘Tis the season! Well no… Not that season. It’s the season for maintenance and it’s finally time to pull our heating systems out of hibernation. If you’ve got a heat pump, then you probably don’t have to pull anything out of hibernation, but you’re still going to want to read this blog post. This season is maintenance season, and we’re going to talk about why it’s so important to get maintenance done on your heater now.

Think about it—wouldn’t you rather call for HVAC maintenance in Marrero, LA now while things are calm and our schedule is open? And to entice you a little more, setting your heater up for success now is a great way to avoid problems later when you need it the most. It feels a lot better to have a well-maintained heating system during the chilly temperatures of winter.

So, let’s walk through our guide to getting maintenance and pulling your system out of hibernation!

Avoid AC Frustration with Three Tips

September 20th, 2021

We get some serious mileage from our air conditioners every year. This is the cost of living in Louisianna, and with our beautiful weather and access to delicious crawfish, it’s worth every penny!

Though, sometimes homeowners deal with a little more than just a “struggling” AC. Your AC could start making strange noises, providing subpar comfort, or just start breaking down. If this sounds more like your life, then we urge you to call us for AC repair in Kenner, LA. We’ll get your system back on track.

In the meantime, we’ve got three specific things that you can do for your air conditioner that will help alleviate problems and keep it in good shape. While you might have heard of a couple of these tips before, they’re worth learning about so you can stay vigilant for AC problems down the line. Let’s get started to avoid frustration with your AC!

3 Reasons to Avoid DIY Electrical Work

September 6th, 2021

There are probably a million reasons to avoid trying to repair your electrical system yourself. In this blog, we’d like to focus on three really good reasons why homeowners should stay far away from picking up their toolbox and opening up their electrical panel at home.

While some of this might sound straightforward or obvious, the truth is that homeowners often try to do something that’s a little outside of their wheelhouse for a variety of reasons. DIY repairs are cheaper, they don’t require any training or certification, and the internet houses a great library of tutorials and videos on the work you’re doing. All of this sounds nice, but it’s not going to end up the way you want.

As Slidell, LA electricians, we’re going to cover why DIY repairs are not all they seem to be, and why they might end up costing you more money down the line.

You Should Never Be Afraid to Call for Help

August 23rd, 2021

When you’re encountering pipe leaks, corrosion, and issues with mold it can be hard to call for help. You might be embarrassed at the mess this plumbing issue has caused, and you might also be unsure as to what the cause of the problem is. While we understand the sentiment, we’re the experts who can help you with plumbing in Mandeville, LA when you need it.

The truth is that professional plumbers don’t really care about the state of your home, nor do they care about whether or not a homeowner can pinpoint the source of a problem. As plumbers, we need to be able to diagnose a problem on our own, which is why we have specialized equipment to help us do so. Our main priorities are as follows:

Fix your plumbing issue at its source.
Keep your home safe and hygienic.
Make sure you’re comfortable and happy after our work is complete.

Keep reading to see how we achieve all three of those goals.

A Handy Air Conditioning Term Glossary

August 9th, 2021

We’ve all been there—searching for help with your air conditioning issue while you’ve got 18 different tabs open on your browser looking up HVAC industry terms. When you’re not well-acquainted with this technology and this industry, it’s really hard to know just what we’re talking about. BTUs? SEER and AFUE? Short-cycling and refrigerant recharges? What do all of these words mean?

Don’t worry, we’ve got a blog post for everything and that’s the topic we’re going to cover today. In order for you to be an informed consumer when looking for AC repair in Mandeville, LA, you’ll need to be able to identify these terms and know what they mean. They’re everywhere and the more you understand about them, the more likely you are to save on energy bills, repair costs, or the cost of an early system replacement.

Let’s get started! And don’t forget to call our pros if you have any questions, or if you run into a lesser-known term that you’d like some knowledge about.

5 Reasons to Always Choose a Professional Electrician

July 26th, 2021

Sometimes it can be invigorating to look up DIY tutorials online and start investing in the longevity of your home’s electrical system. There’s a lot to learn and, if you’re exceptionally talented, you might become an electrician yourself someday!

For now, the most important thing to remember is that not all DIY work is the same. Hammering a few nails and painting a wall is not much compared to the complete overhaul or fixing of a home’s electrical system. Electrical technology, especially ones hooked up to the power grid, can be dangerous to work on unless you’re a certified professional.

Today, we’re going to talk about how you should always call for Slidell electricians that know what they’re doing. Nope, not sometimes, not most of the time, always. There are serious risks involved with doing this work yourself, and it’s time you knew about them.