Rosenberg Plumbing & Air Blog - San Antonio, TX

Heat Pump Maintenance Explained: What to Expect During Service

October 2, 2025

Whether you’re keeping your home warm in the winter or cool in the summer, a heat pump is a great option. Since they provide both heating and cooling, you can meet all of your heating and cooling needs in a single system. To keep your heat pump running at its best, it’s important to schedule regular maintenance. Keep reading to find out more about what you can expect during professional heat pump maintenance. Why Heat Pump Maintenance Matters Routine maintenance is important for your comfort and the long-term health of your system. Heat pumps have multiple components that all need to operate smoothly. Even minor issues can reduce efficiency and increase energy bills. Seasonal Checks: Preparing for Heating and Cooling Heat pumps operate year-round, which means seasonal preparation is crucial. In the fall, maintenance helps to make sure that your system is ready for cold weather. In the spring, our team will prepare it to keep your home cool during the hotter months. During these seasonal checks, we evaluate how your heat pump performs in both heating and cooling modes. We inspect ductwork for leaks and make sure the system transitions smoothly between seasons. We will also adjust thermostat settings....

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Debunking Common Misconceptions About Home Air Purifiers

September 18, 2025

The use of home air purifiers in homes often sparks debates. Some people swear by them, claiming they can not imagine living without one. Others think they are overhyped units that do not do much at all. The truth of how they work is actually somewhere in between. Air purifiers can improve the quality of your indoor air, but only when you understand how to use them effectively. Misconception 1: Air Purifiers Eliminate All Pollutants Many people believe that a single air purifier can remove all the pollutants from their home. In reality, no device can do that. Air purifiers reduce airborne contaminants, but their effectiveness depends on the type of filter, the room size, and the frequency of use. For example, high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can capture small particles, such as dust, pollen, and pet dander. However, they can’t trap gases or volatile organic compounds (VOCs) without the help of activated carbon filters. Even then, the purifier won’t eliminate contaminants that cling to surfaces, hide in carpets, or accumulate in HVAC systems. When you understand those limits, you can take steps to maximize an air purifier’s effectiveness. Vacuum and dust regularly and change filters on schedule. You can...

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The Environmental Impact of Leaky Faucets

September 9, 2025

A faucet that leaks might seem like a minor irritation, but the effects of the leak will go far beyond your kitchen. Water conservation is important for San Antonio’s water supply. Even small leaks will have an environmental and social impact that affects more than just your household. In this blog, we will help you understand why these drips matter and how they affect your home and community. How a Simple Drip Wastes Water One faucet dripping at just one drop per second can waste well over 3,000 gallons of water in a year, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). That amount equals roughly 180 showers or enough water to fill a small swimming pool. Across San Antonio’s tens of thousands of households, these small drips can quickly add up to millions of gallons of wasted water each year in just the city where you live. Wasting water doesn’t just affect your household; it also strains city water supplies. San Antonio draws heavily from the Edwards Aquifer and other regional sources. Every gallon of water that you waste through leaks increases the pressure on these natural systems. This will make droughts and water restrictions more severe. By fixing...

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The Benefits of Water Softeners in San Antonio and How They Work

September 2, 2025

San Antonio’s water hardness ranges between 15 and 20 grains per gallon. This places it in the “very hard” category, indicating that the water hardness in this area is significantly above the national average. That hardness stems from our limestone-rich Edwards Aquifer, the primary source for our water supply. While minerals do not pose a direct health risk to you and your family, they create widespread household problems. These problems can range from scale buildup and clouded glassware to dull laundry and appliance inefficiency. In this blog, we will discuss how water softening systems work and explore the various ways they enhance your home life. How Water Softeners Work: The Process Behind the Benefits A water softener works through an ion exchange process. Hard water flows through resin beads charged with sodium or potassium ions. Calcium and magnesium, the minerals that cause hardness in the water, attach to the resin, and sodium or potassium replace them. This leaves you with softened water throughout your home. The system occasionally regenerates by flushing out the captured minerals and restoring the ion charge. Salt-Based vs. Salt-Free Water Softeners Understanding the differences between salt-based and salt-free systems helps you choose the right option for...

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What is Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration?

August 19, 2025

You probably don’t give it much thought when you grab a glass of tap water, but there’s often more in it than you expect. Things like chlorine and small particles of sediment can still be present, even in treated water. That’s where reverse osmosis comes in. It’s a multi-step filter that uses pressure to pull out the small stuff other filters leave behind. At , in San Antonio, TX, we help homeowners install and maintain these systems so they can feel confident about the water coming out of every faucet. What Makes Reverse Osmosis Different From Other Filters If you’ve ever bought a pitcher filter or attached something to your faucet, you already know the basics of water filtration. Most standard systems work like a sponge. Water flows through a material that grabs larger particles or chlorine. Reverse osmosis works differently. Instead of absorbing particles, it separates them. In a reverse osmosis system, water gets pushed through a super-thin filter called a semipermeable membrane. Only tiny water molecules make it through while bigger stuff, like salts, fluoride, nitrates, and metals, gets left behind. Pressure helps keep everything moving, so the filter doesn’t clog up. And before it hits your glass,...

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How to Determine if Your Ductwork Needs Repair

August 12, 2025

If you’re experiencing issues such as suddenly higher energy bills and uneven temperatures in your home, you might believe that your HVAC system is to blame. However, it’s also possible that your ductwork needs repairs. The greater San Antonio area can turn to the HVAC experts at to figure out and resolve the problem. Keep in mind that the faster you get a repair or replacement, the more money you can save. What Signs Indicate Necessary Ductwork Repair? Let’s say your home is experiencing issues with ductwork but you erroneously believe it’s your furnace’s fault. While installing a new HVAC system will provide a wide number of benefits, it won’t be able to do its best work if your ductwork still needs repairs. Therefore, always have a professional inspect your ductwork before making an expensive HVAC purchase. Please note that almost all the following signs can be caused by multiple things. That is why it’s so vital to turn to an expert. 1. Poor Indoor Air Quality If you’ve got more allergens, dust and other pollutants in your San Antonio home than usual, it could be attributed to needing a new air filter. However, if you’ve already changed your air...

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Common Causes for Inaccurate Thermostat Readings

August 5, 2025

When your thermostat produces inaccurate readings, your HVAC system works harder than it should. At in San Antonio, TX, we’ve seen how installing a thermostat in the wrong location or a wiring issue can cause inaccurate readings, affecting your comfort. If your heating or cooling never feels quite right, your thermostat might be the culprit. Let’s look at what’s going on behind the display. Thermostat Placement: The Impact on Comfort Where you place your thermostat can significantly affect how well your HVAC system functions. If it’s in a spot that gets too much sunlight, is near drafts, or is located too close to a vent, your thermostat may give inaccurate readings. For example, placing it on an exterior wall or near a window can cause it to sense colder temperatures than the rest of the room. This can cause your system to overcompensate by running the heater or air conditioner longer than necessary to reach a desired temperature. The best place for your thermostat is in a central area of your home, away from direct sunlight, vents, windows, or doors. Keeping it on an interior wall, ideally in a room where you spend most of your time, will give you...

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How to Choose the Right HVAC Filter for Your System

July 22, 2025

Having quality air in your home is very important. Indoor air affects your health, productivity, safety, and comfort. It also impacts the overall performance of your HVAC system and other appliances and devices in your home. Although it’s true that your indoor air quality and airflow are affected by various factors in your home, your HVAC filters are the key players. Therefore, your selection of the filters, and by extension, the HVAC system itself, will directly determine the quality of the air you breathe and the overall efficiency and health of your home’s climate control. This is why you must make an informed decision when replacing your HVAC filters. The Role of HVAC Filters Depending on your system type, the filters are either located behind the return air grille or near the blow compartment of the indoor unit. Their job is to trap airborne particles as air travels to the components that condition it. Take a furnace, for example; filters will remove pollutants in the air so that it is clean when it reaches the heat exchanger. This design is important because air particles can damage the intricate inner parts of an HVAC system if they get through. For instance,...

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5 Ways Tree Roots Can Affect Your Drainage System

July 15, 2025

Having trees on your property around your home can significantly enhance its curb appeal. Certain trees can also help improve your home’s energy efficiency by blocking the sun in the summer and allowing it through in the winter. However, no matter what type of trees you have on your property, they all come with a risk to your plumbing system. Here are five ways that trees can adversely affect your home’s plumbing. We’ll also discuss some of the ways to address plumbing problems related to tree roots. 1. Creating Clogs As a tree grows, its need for water can increase exponentially. As a result, most trees grow vast root systems that can dwarf their above-ground parts. Since tree roots aren’t visible, it’s often difficult to gauge their spread, though. However, you should know that a tree will routinely grow roots that penetrate up to 12 feet below the ground. And, a tree’s root system may spread up to four times the diameter of the tree’s crown. As they grow, the roots will gravitate toward any nearby moisture. That makes sewer pipes an attractive target. Tree roots will often find minor defects in a sewer pipe and exploit them to reach...

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18 Things You Should Never Put Down Your Drain

July 8, 2025

Plumbing pipes are durable, but they’re not invincible. You can seriously damage them when you put the wrong items down the drains. Issues like cracks and clogs may occur, leading to needing repairs or complete replacements. If you avoid putting the following items down the drain, you can help protect your plumbing and save yourself a lot of time, stress, and money. 1. Grease, Fat, and Oil Grease, fat, and oil can cause multiple types of problems for your drains, including solidifying and leading to a clog. They can also line the walls of your pipes and attract unwanted critters. Unfortunately, many insects might continue their journey and enter your home through the drains, which is one of the many reasons it’s crucial to avoid tempting them. A better option is to have a designated container, such as a metal coffee can, where you can store the grease, fat, and oil after it cools. Keep a lid on it to avoid attracting bugs, and then, dispose of the entire can in the trash. 2. Plant Matter Many homeowners prepare bouquets over a kitchen sink to contain the material and prevent it from accidentally flying everywhere. Make sure a drain strainer...

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