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Pipe Burst: Tim in Elverta, CA Seeks Plumbing Advice – Bell Brothers
Tim in Elverta, CA is feeling the heat, or rather, the wet. Recent heavy rains have caused flooding in his town, especially around Howsley Road,

Water Purification Importance: Elk Grove’s Rural Challenges
Elk Grove’s beautiful citrus trees, the pretty ones with fresh oranges hanging off them, are in danger. Something called the Asian Citrus Psyllid has been

Ask a Plumbing Expert: Jon in Galt, CA Writes, “Why Does My Shower Water Smell Like Rotten Eggs?”
Jon in Galt, CA hasn’t been enjoying any hot showers as of late, mostly because his shower has started to smell like rotten eggs whenever

Replace Furnace & AC Together to Clean for HVAC Efficiency
One of my favorite things to do is to sit on my back patio listening to the birds chirp while drinking a cold glass of

Sacramento’s Storms Are Causing Unprecedented Pipe Problems
I was driving through Sacramento recently and saw something that was, to be honest, pretty crazy—the water in the Sacramento River was so high it

Fairfield’s Early Spring Brings Tulips, Crocuses, and End-of-Season Furnace Maintenance Calls
All Fairfield residents can agree that it’s a great town if you like the outdoors. Hiking and biking enthusiasts flock to the trails during the

How to Allergy Proof Your Wilton Country Home with the Help of Your HVAC System
When I think of “America’s Hometown,” Wilton always comes to mind. It’s such a lovely little town, with rolling hills and fields full of hay.

January Tune-Up: Maximizing Furnace Efficiency in Auburn
A few weekends back, I had plans to drive up to Northern Placer County to do some fly fishing with my family. It’s kind of

Furnace Blowing Cool Air? Common HVAC Issue – Bell Bros
I have a friend who hates running but does a marathon every single year. He tries to tell me why: that it ultimately feels good

Insulated Windows for Mobile Homes: Energy Efficiency & Comfort
There’s no doubt that Old Man Winter has hit Northern California with an extra dose of cold, rainy weather this season. It’s great for filling

Ask an Expert: John in Gold River, CA, “Can I Upgrade to Energy Efficient Windows per My HOA?”
John lives in Gold River, CA, a meticulously planned community where the high-value houses adhere to strict architectural guidelines set by the community associations. John

Newcastle After Flooding: Gurgling Toilet Is No Coincidence
I ran into an old friend of mine recently who was with his young son. When I asked how old he was, the kid got