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Did you know that the indoor air quality of your home matters even more than what’s outside? Most homeowners concentrate too much on the quality of the air outside their homes that they forget to pay attention to indoor air quality. While outdoor air quality matters a...

Many homeowners don’t see the importance of scheduling furnace tune-ups for winter while the weather is still amazing outside. This is in spite of recommendations by professionals to have furnaces professionally tuned up at least once every year.  Even though you...

If your HVAC system is old enough or has been showing some deterioration signs, the chances are that you may have to get a new one. Well, that’s not something every homeowner would like to hear considering the cost involved. But hey, you’ll save a lot of cash by not...

Years ago, there weren’t many choices or options on which thermostat to hang on your wall. They were brown or yellow in color and had one dial you could move forward or backwards. Today, you have the option of color, digital, wifi, manual, and programmable. The...

Dishwashers are one of the hardest working appliances in many households. But when they're used incorrectly or don't get the occasional maintenance they need, they can waste energy and leave your dishes less than spotless. In order to keep your dishwasher working at...

  With energy costs constantly on the rise, it's no wonder homeowners are eager to cut down on their energy consumption. We've all heard the traditional advice to set the thermostat at a slightly higher temperature during the summer and make sure to turn off...

5 Easy Tips for Homeowners to Cut Their Energy Bills It's never pleasant to get your monthly energy bill. Prices constantly rise, and you probably find yourself paying more and more each year. But did you know that homeowners can take control and lower energy bills?...

What exactly does the "v" in HVAC stand for?  HVAC is an abbreviation for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. The word ventilation refers to the process of moving air through a space and replacing it with fresh air. There are many benefits to making sure you...

Homeowners, Get Your House Ready for Cold Winter Weather with an Annual Furnace Inspection! It probably doesn't sound all that exciting to many homeowners, but an annual furnace inspection is one important fall activity you won't want to skip. There are lots...

Tarpy has nearly a decade of experience providing just about every type of HVAC service imaginable, but did you know we launched our plumbing division earlier this year? Now customers who need a San Diego plumber can count on Tarpy! We thought we'd celebrate the...

Need a master plumber and fast response time in an event of an urgent situation? Come to Tarpy. Our expertise covers all plumbing needs and we have handled every imaginable problem in San Diego with clogged drains, garbage disposals, water heaters, laundry facilities,...