Homeowners in Tilton, IL, choose Dogtown Heating, Air & Plumbing for their HVAC services as well as plumbing services they can depend on. Our team is the one to call for routine maintenance to help you avoid serious repairs. But if it’s too late and something has already broken, we’ll offer a fast diagnosis and lasting solution. When you want to upgrade your home, we’ll help you maximize comfort and minimize your environmental impact with beautiful, functional, water-saving fixtures.
Home HVAC Services in Tilton
A proactive approach to your HVAC equipment saves you money in the short term and the long term. That’s why we recommend scheduling seasonal HVAC services every spring and fall. Tune-ups play a crucial role in maintaining your warranty, lowering monthly costs, and extending your system’s lifespan. During the season, contact us at the first signs of a problem. These signs may include power-related issues, irregular cycling, uneven heating or cooling, and poor indoor air quality.
To add cooling to your home, you can choose between two primary options: central air conditioners (ACs) and ductless mini-splits. If you have a furnace, central AC works well because it shares the blower and ducts with the furnace. Conversely, if you have a boiler, mini-splits often provide a simpler solution since they don’t require ducts. We will install an indoor unit for each zone in your home.
Homeowners who upgrade their fuel-burning furnaces and boilers can choose high-efficiency models. Standard gas furnaces and boilers operate at around 80% efficiency, while high-efficiency models achieve approximately 90% efficiency or higher, reaching nearly 99% efficiency in some cases. This improvement comes from condensing heat exchangers that reduce heat losses through the flue. Many models also feature modulating gas valves, allowing for precise control over the fuel supply.
- Air purifiers
- Heat pumps
- Germicidal lamps
- Packaged systems
- Ductless mini-splits
- Oil and gas furnaces
- Central air conditioners
- Programmable thermostats
- Hot water and steam boilers
- Humidifiers and dehumidifiers
Plumbing Services for Any Home
Routine inspections can also benefit your plumbing system. That’s why we recommend scheduling regular plumbing services at least once a year. Our plumber spots plumbing issues early and corrects them before they become expensive. An annual inspection also provides a chance to discuss evolving building codes and potential upgrades.
We recommend performing annual maintenance on your water heater, including flushing and replacing the anode rod for tank models. For tankless models, you should descale and replace the filter regularly. If you own an older water heater, it may become expensive to operate each month. Upgrading to a newer tank-based water heater can help you save money. You can save even more by choosing a high-efficiency model.
You can save water by lowering your consumption. Did you know that upgrading from old toilets can save homeowners around $2,000 over the course of a year? Old toilets often use 5 gallons or more per flush, while low-flow models use 1.28 gallons or less per flush. Additionally, you can save with low-flow showerheads. Standard showerheads use as much as 2.5 gallons per minute (GPM), whereas WaterSense heads use no more than 2.0 GPM, and some models use only 1.5 GPM.
- Drain and sewer services
- Pipe repair and replacement
- Kitchen and bathroom fixtures
- Plumbing repair and installation
- Tank and tankless water heaters
Dogtown Heating, Air & Plumbing is the premier choice for plumbing and HVAC services in Tilton. Call today or contact us online to schedule a consultation.
