Jul 1, 2013 | Atlanta GA Plumber, Blog, Plumbing History
Plumbing was and is one of the most valuable skills for the development of cities, homes, and entire civilizations. People based their entire lives around where the closest major water source was. Plumbers developed methods to harness the most precious resources in the world to irrigate crops. The success or fall of any one civilization often depended on their access to and control of a water source. One way leaders showed their control was through extravagant displays that everyone would recognize. For example, reports show that Sargon the Great had six toilets in his privy, and his seat was higher than the rest. However, they were quite different from modern toilets in that they had no water to fill the toilet or wash away the waste. We took one major concept from these ancient privies: sewers and cesspools, which provided the blueprints for the sewers used in Atlanta, GA. One of the greatest advances for sewers was the ability to reduce the smell because early cesspools and sewers had no ventilation and stank up the houses they were under. Thankfully, outhouses went from rudimentary structures to more complicated structures, and some became symbols of distinction, as would bathrooms of the well-to-do. Someone even developed a two-story model for when heavy snowfall blocked the entrance to the lower level. Thomas Jefferson devised an indoor privy at his Monticello home by rigging up a system of pulleys that servants used to haul away chamber pots. By 1845, the installation of sanitary sewers began to pay off. When plumbers developed an outlet for waste water, indoor plumbing and working water became possible....
Jun 15, 2013 | Disaster Preparedness
After the tornado hit in Moore, OK many of us reached out to help and also started looking around our own communities to make sure we are ready. In fact, Atlanta, Georgia’s risk of having a tornado touch down is higher than the state and national average. If a tornado does strike there are a couple things you can do to help prevent further damage to your Atlanta, GA home. If your home is hit by a tornado the first thing you need to do is concentrate on taking care of anyone who was injured and to help any neighbors who were hurt. But once the injured are taken care of and everyone is safe you can start to address the damage in your home. If the electric is not working do use a battery powered flashlight to survey your home for any structural damage. Don’t use a flame of any sort in case a gas pipe was damaged. While surveying your home if you smell gas you should immediately turn off the gas, open all the windows, and evacuate the home. Call the police, fire department, or gas company to report the gas leak and don’t return until you have been told it is safe. If you have a gas leak you will most likely need to call an experienced plumber like Fulton to come out and repair the lines. If you see any gushing water or visible leaks you will want to shut off the water valve. Again you will need to call a plumber like Fulton Plumbing. If you don’t notice any visible leaks keep an...
Jun 1, 2013 | Coupons and Specials, How to Become a HVAC Technician, How to Become Plumber, Plumbing and Tech Employment
Fulton Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning has provided exceptional service for over 90 years. Our clients regularly complement our team on their friendliness, cleanliness, and timeliness. As a growing company, we are always looking for good men and women to join our team. We make sure our employees are prepared to give our customers the highest in customer satisfaction and expertise. In exchange, we make sure our employees and their families are shown respect and consideration. If you are interested in joining a team like ours, but are not sure what the necessary qualifications are, we’re going to provide you with information regarding how to become a licensed Plumber or HVAC Technician. Fortunately, a college education is often not required. Many local trade or vocational schools and community colleges offer certificates in Plumbing or HVAC systems. Some of the same schools do offer an Associate’s degree with more information and courses training you in the given field. These types of programs take about 2 years, depending on your schedule and course load. Once you finish your chosen program, you can become an apprentice to a licensed plumber. You should work as an apprentice for 2-5 years. This critical requirement provides you with valuable hands-on knowledge that can only be gained through experience. Licensed plumbers can also teach you tips and tricks that you may not learn in a classroom. The biggest benefit to training as a Plumber or HVAC technician is the ability to get paid while you learn. Although you will often not receive full pay as an apprentice, you are still receiving more money than those who...
May 18, 2013 | Air Conditioning Installation, Coupons and Specials, Uncategorized
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) of your Atlanta, GA air conditioner is basically the efficiency number. It is sort of like the milers-per-gallon number of your car. It is calculated by taking the cooling output and dividing it by the electric input during normal seasonal use. The higher the number…the more efficiently your unit is running. The more efficient your unit is running, the more money you are saving. When choosing a central air conditioner unit this is a very important number. If you choose a unit with a high SEER you can save hundreds, even thousands, of dollars during the life of the air conditioner. Atrained technician from Fulton can help you find the right air conditioning unit with the highest SEER number that will fit your budget and home. As it stands all central air conditioners are required to have a SEER of at least 13. Energy Star central air conditioners start at a SEER of 14. Units that use geo-thermal or ductless units can have extremely high SEER numbers, as high as 75. The higher the number, the more efficient the unit. However, the higher the number the more complex the machine, and therefore the more expensive the upfront costs will be. Window unit are not required to have a SEER of 13 and can still be found as low as 10. This is one of the things you will want to investigate when purchasing a window unit if you go this route. The more maintained your air conditioning unit the higher the SEER will remain. But if you allow the air conditioner filter to...
May 4, 2013 | Air Conditioning Installation, Air Conditioning Maintenance, Coupons and Specials
As the weather gets hotter many of us in Atlanta, GA are beginning to think about our air conditioners. An air conditioner is a vital piece of equipment in the hot Atlanta, GA summers, both for one’s comfort and, in some situations, health. If you own a home in Atlanta, GA then the type of air conditioning unit(s) you choose can also be an investment in your home’s value. There are many different air conditioning options to choose from. Below are a few of the most popular air conditioning units that people use. Unitary air conditioning systems Window air conditioners and portable air conditioners are considered unitary air conditioning systems because they contain all the refrigeration parts in one box. Window air conditioners can be placed in the window or in a hole in the wall. These units can be quite noisy and inefficient. It is important to use an energy efficient air conditioner to keep your power bills down. The same is true for portable air conditioners. They are similar to window air conditioners and can be very noisy, except they are ground units that have a hose running out an exterior wall or window. These are often used in rooms that are not being reached by central air conditioning. A properly chosen and installed central air conditioning unit should reach all the rooms. At Fulton Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling we have trained experts who can help you with a problem room or air conditioning system. If your home is cooled using these units they do not add value to your home because you most likely will take...
