Early Spring IAQ in Your Chattanooga Home At Metro we are big proponents of healthy indoor air quality (IAQ). We’ve discussed the detrimental effects of toxins in the air – and various solutions. However we have yet to cover what can happen to the air in your...
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Welcome to the Metro Plumbing, Heating & Air blog, your go-to resource for expert plumbing and HVAC tips and advice. Explore our collection of informative articles, packed with valuable insights on maintenance, troubleshooting, energy efficiency, and more. Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and enhance your knowledge to make informed decisions for your plumbing and HVAC needs.
How to Prevent Clogged Sewer Lines
The majority of residential plumbing problems revolve around sink or toilet clogs. Most homeowners have had to deal with these minor issues, many of which can be easily taken care of with a plunger or commercial drain cleaner. But problems with your sewer line...
Bathroom Fixture Gift Ideas (for Valentine’s Day)
Thinking about a unique Valentine’s Day gift for a loved one? Is the relationship beyond the expected candy and flowers? If so, you would be surprised what a little “out of the box” thinking can inspire. While Metro is not particularly known for gift ideas, we...
Score Big with the Metro Maintenance Club!
In the home services game, Metro plays to win. In fact, we’ve been scoring big since 1989 – and gaining yardage every day. But unlike the big Super Bowl® match this weekend, there are no losers when you join our comprehensive maintenance plan. Annual...
Low Humidity in the Winter Home
Another Chattanooga winter is upon us, which means cold temperatures and the inevitable inclement weather. It also means that the humidity is much lower. In the winter, the humidity levels are lower because the cold air contains less moisture than warm air. A...
Green Cleaning Your Toilet
A topic that doesn’t come up much in conversation is cleaning the toilet. Let’s face it, cleaning the toilet really isn’t any fun. It’s a time consuming project that requires focus and dedication (to do it right). It also often requires cleaners that are toxic and bad...
Importance of Annual Plumbing Maintenance
While most homeowners know that regular maintenance on their central air system is essential for year-round efficiency, plumbing is an altogether different issue. It’s easy to overlook the important of your plumbing system. Most of the pipes in your home are hidden...
Plumbing Resolutions
Happy New Year, Chattanooga! Though it’s only been a few days, some of us have probably already fallen away from our well-intended resolutions. (But let’s be honest, it’s been too cold this week to start that morning jog!) Last week we focused on some practical...
HVAC Resolutions for the New Year
In a few short days we will be celebrating the New Year which, for many people, means coming up with a list of resolutions. While losing weight or making more money are usually the top concerns, Metro is suggesting adding a few home improvement resolutions as...
The Gift of Quality Air
If you have family members who suffer from allergies or asthma, or have pronounced air quality problems in your home, you might consider gifting your family clean air for the holidays. Considering that the average person spends almost 90% of their time indoors,...