Important EPA Changes Coming for HVAC Systems in 2025 Homeowners with air conditioning systems older than nine years should take note of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) upcoming changes by the end of the year. Luckily, there are still options available, so not every homeowner will be affected by these changes. The EPA has [...]
EPA's New HVAC Mandate: What Homeowners Need to Know About the R-410a Phase-Out Homeowners across the country may soon face new challenges regarding their air conditioning systems. An increase in refrigerant price. A mandate and new regulations by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will soon require major changes in HVAC systems, particularly those using [...]
What to Know About the 2025 HVAC System Refrigerant Mandate Significant changes are coming to the HVAC industry with the new EPA refrigerant regulations in 2025. As part of a global agreement to reduce greenhouse gases, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was given authority to regulate the type of refrigerants that can be used. [...]
Spot These Signs That Indicate Best Next Steps For Your HVAC An HVAC system is a long-lasting piece of equipment, and chances are the one you have will easily last you 8 to 12 years. But sometimes the issue of HVAC system repair or replacement comes up [...]
Signs Your Garbage Disposal Is Kaput Garbage disposals may last longer than you would think. Most come with a warranty, but if your disposal was already in place when you bought your home, you might be unclear about its age. While a garbage disposal can last 8-15 years, a twelve-year lifespan is average. With this guide, we'll [...]
The Pros and Cons To Getting A New Tankless Water Heater So, you're considering making the switch to a tankless hot water heater? We bet you have questions. Luckily, the pros at Bradbury Brothers are here with the answers you need! In our handy water heater guide, we'll explore everything you need to know [...]
A new A/C installation can last anywhere between 10-20 years near The Woodlands. Whether you are a first-time homeowner or a retiree with plenty of property notches in your belt, at some point you’ll have to consider a new A/C installation. Here’s what Angie’s List says you should know: Use an accredited HVAC (heating, ventilation, [...]
At Bradbury Brothers, we believe the benefits of tankless water heaters are proven and if you have to – or want to – install a new water heating system, tankless (also called “on-demand”) is the way to go. If you are remodeling or building new this year, you’re making a major investment in your [...]
Keep Your Pipes From Freezing near The Woodlands From the icy conditions of Winter Storm Uri in 2021, homeowners in The Woodlands now realize it’s time to take extra precautions to make sure their homes and plumbing pipes are prepared for freezing temperatures this winter. Bradbury Brothers has compiled some tips from our expert local [...]
With the heating season in full swing, it’s time for Texas residents to start looking for ways to reduce heating costs. You can start by following these four simple strategies that will provide immediate benefits. […]
It's 2021 - and we are all about convenience. Although we are here for you when emergencies occur, we urge our customers to take a preventative care approach to all of their home's systems. Electricity is something most of us don't think about on a daily basis, although we use it almost constantly. However, [...]
As the cooler weather approaches, it's time to start preparing your home for the holidays. Whether you’re expecting guests or planning to spend the holidays quietly at home, there are things you can do to stay warm and comfortable while saving money and keeping energy costs low. Here’s a list of reminders and tips to [...]
Coming home from work to find an inch of water throughout your house is a pretty extreme scenario that lets you know it’s time to call a plumber. In the majority of cases, you’ll have a bit more warning before disaster occurs. However, so you don’t have to deal with the hassle of an in-home flood, [...]
You don't need fall/winter home maintenance in Texas, right? Remember Winter Storm Uri? Most of us enjoy winter because it brings the kind of weather we don’t see much of here in Southeast Texas. But devastating conditions are possible, as we saw earlier this year, and it's best to be prepared. It’s never too late [...]
With hurricane season bearing down on the Gulf Coast, it’s easy to forget about the hazards big storms create with regard to power outages and electrical surges. Home maintenance steps before or during hurricane season should include installing whole home surge protectors to protect sensitive, expensive electronics, home entertainment enters and HVAC equipment, including central [...]
Did you lose power during the brown-outs? How did the contents of your fridge fare? Did the power surges ruin any of your appliances?
Your IAQ (indoor air quality) may be unhealthy. IAQ is just as important as keeping kitchen and bathroom surfaces clean from harmful bacteria. Perhaps we take it for granted because poor air quality isn’t something we can see. “Out of sight, out of mind,” can mean your home or office air quality could be unhealthy, [...]
Indoor air pollution is one of the top five environmental health risks - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Homes, commercial businesses, and offices can benefit from the advantages of cleaner air with the ongoing threat of COVID-19. Air cleaning and filtering devices are designed to remove pollutants from indoor air. Indoor Air Pollutants The quality [...]
“What you don’t know won’t hurt you.” That’s a less than stellar idiom to begin with, but when applied to plumbing pipes, it’s downright dangerous. If a hidden water leak is unattended, you could be in a world of pain when you discover the damage it can do. Winter Storm Uri was one for the [...]
Winter Storm Uri - Announcement to Our Customers Due to limited staff, as well as phone, internet and power issues, we ask that all customers in need of service please fill out the contact form by clicking here. One of our team members will reach out to you as soon as possible. Please note that [...]
