Are you wanting hot water on demand? It is a wonderful experience to have warm water almost immediately after turning on the faucet or shower. That’s the beauty of tankless water heaters, also known as demand-type water heaters – they provide a simple pleasure and can save water and energy at the same time. They provide hot water only as needed and with little to no wasted water and they don’t create the standby energy loss of the standard storage water heaters.

CONSIDER THIS

• Tankless water heaters last substantially longer, with a 20+-year lifespan – in contrast to the life expectancy of 10-15 years for storage type water heaters
• Additionally, there are replaceable parts available that can help increase the longevity of tankless water heaters
• Professional and proper installation of tankless water heaters helps maximize energy efficiencies
• As with any mechanical equipment or major appliance, regular maintenance makes a distinct difference in the operation and longevity of your system

Hope this provides a glimpse into the key benefits of tankless water heaters. From here, you can contact the experts at Marlin Services to help select the best size and model for your home or business. We can help you determine which type water heater is best for your situation. Stay comfortable!

Water Heaters, Drain Clearing, Household & Commercial Plumbing – and
AC, Heating Services …

We’re here for you every day and in emergencies!
Call Marlin Services: 602 470-1040.

For your convenience Schedule Appointments online.

Along with the professional and expert service at Marlin, we also offer you high efficiency and quality, name brand products that go easy on your budget.

Faucets, shower heads, toilets and more, at Marlin we feature the finer brands like
Kohler and Delta for kitchens and bathrooms. We know style, innovation, water conservation, efficiency, and of course, quality are important to you as a home or business owner. Through the years, we have experienced many brands and these are what we consider the exceptional brands. Kohler and Delta are names to trust. Check their web sites for products that are available.

A garbage disposal is essential in most kitchens today and at Marlin we feature a workhorse brand called InSinkErator. You can find a variety of disposal sizes that quietly and powerfully eliminate food waste, keep odors out of your trash and provide a cleaner, more functional kitchen.
InSinkErator has played a major part in kitchens for more than 70 years and has helped keep kitchens clean and hygienic—and they are environmentally responsible. Let us help you find the one that fits your needs.

Whether you are at home or have a commercial building, American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning systems assure you will enjoy high-quality efficient, dependable, and affordable solutions for your indoor comfort. For more than 130 years, American Standard has been changing and perfecting the way we live indoors. At Marlin, you’ll have a full selection to choose from. Remember, with greater efficiency comes greater savings!

It can be daunting to select an air conditioning unit when you don’t know what to look for in a system. Frigidaire is a brand that goes above and beyond in efficiency and comfort for home or business.

ACs today are far more efficient than those of 10 years ago and Frigidaire makes high-efficiency air conditioners that can help you save on your utility bills—and they’re budget-friendly as well!

When it comes to water heaters both residential and commercial, Bradford White is featured at Marlin for numerous reasons. These quality water heaters are available in almost any configuration you need such as natural gas, propane, and electric. Bradford White delivers what you need.

When the time arises for repair, maintenance, or replacement of air conditioners, heaters, drains, and plumbing – Marlin is here to help you make informed decisions about the products to best fit your needs.
Plumbing and Air Conditioning – residential and commercial…
Repair, Maintenance, and Replacement

Call Marlin Services: 602-470-1040
Or Schedule an online appointment

The holiday season is certainly the busiest travel time of the year. Since so many leave home to visit family, friends or take a vacation, we would like to provide helpful tips for keeping your home safe and operating efficiently during your time away.

TIPS FOR YOUR HOME:

HOME AUTOMATION – With a home automation system, your travels can be much easier than in times past, you can save energy too. It is more convenient and efficient to control lighting, AC/heating, door locks, garage door, window coverings, and more – and it’s all at your fingertips. You can have direct control of your home from your smart device. It’s worth checking into a system like this.

LIGHTS ON – An automatic timer or use of a home automation system to turn lights on and off while you’re gone can save energy, and provide an indication that someone is at home.

WATER HEATER – The water heater is often overlooked, and you can save energy by turning it to its lowest setting while gone. Some like to shut off the water at the meter until they return home.

HEATING AND COOLING – When it comes to your heating and cooling system, set your thermostat at 55 f or 85 f, depending on the season, to keep the house maintained. There’s no reason to warm or cool a house when no one is home.

UNPLUG – Walk through your house and unplug all electronics, appliances, and garage door openers that do not need to be on while you’re gone. This will save $$ on your energy bill and help protect against potential fire damage. Avoid the “energy vampires” that zap energy when appliances, lamps, and other electronics are plugged in when they don’t need to be.

These tips can help prevent fire hazards, water damage, help protect your home and valuables – and save on utility costs.

Happy Travels!

From Marlin Services, we wish you a wonderful holiday with family and friends!
Count on us for your residential, commercial, or new construction plumbing services.
Call us anytime at 602-470-1040. We are here for you 24/7.

Do you know the busiest day of the year for most plumbers is the day after Thanksgiving? As you know, most families prepare large meals during the holiday weekend for family and house guests – it’s a time when most homes get much more use than normal. With the additional wear and tear in your kitchen and bathrooms, it’s a busy time when plumbers are out clearing pipes, unclogging toilets, repairing garbage disposals and working on water heaters.

Eliminating food scraps from the kitchen is a large part of meal preparation. With all the action garbage disposals experience this time of year, we’d like to remind you of foods that can create problems for most disposals. To help prevent emergency plumbing services during the holidays, avoid putting these foods into your garbage disposal:

• Grease and Oil
• Pasta and rice
• Stringy vegetables
• Vegetable peels
• Coffee grounds
• Seeds and pits
• Bones
• Bulk foods (large quantities of food)
• Trash (items that should go in the trash, like paper products and cigarettes butts

At Marlin Services we wish you a wonderful holiday with family and friends!
Count on us for your plumbing services and
call us anytime at: 602-470-1040. We are here for you 24/7.

This spring the U.S. Department of Energy mandated new efficiency standards on water heaters. This means water heaters manufactured after April 16, 2015 may have more sophisticated designs and may potentially be larger than previous models.

The new regulations require a higher energy factor (EF) rating on gas, electric, oil, and tankless water heaters. On a water heater, the energy factor (EF) indicates the overall energy efficiency, based on the amount of hot water produced per unit of fuel consumed in a typical day. The higher the EF, the more efficiently the water heater converts power into hot water while reducing losses… and the more money you save on overall energy costs.

For homeowners the good news is the new water heaters save more energy, increase performance and efficiency over the life of the system, and lower operating costs. Read more here: http://bit.ly/1bbMfs5

MARLIN SERVICES
We know comfort – We are there when you need us – 24/7
Call: 602-470-1040

We are all so busy these days. Laundry is something that seems to keep piling up with no end in sight. We want to get it done as quickly as possible and get in and out of the laundry room so we can enjoy the sunshine of Arizona. It’s easy to become complacent and overlook simple steps which keep things running smoothly in the laundry, conserve energy and keep your family safe. Sometimes these simple steps seem so minor, we feel like they cannot really make a big difference in our lives. But they really do help and can prevent trouble prematurely, like having to replace your washer and dryer earlier than expected. 

• Run the washing machine only when it has a full load.
• Inspect washing machine hoses for signs of wear. Replace rubber hoses with stainless steel braided hoses. (Available from your Marlin Service Tech.) They last longer and are resistant to leaks and cracks.
• Ensure that all drains have strainers to keep hair, soap and debris from entering and clogging the drain lines.
• Use a strainer on your washing machine hose. Marlin has strainers specially designed to fit laundry hoses.
• Check exposed pipes under sinks for signs of leaks.
• Apply an enzyme drain cleaner (available from Marlin Services) to laundry drain lines once each month to keep lint and detergent scum from building up and causing clogs.
• To prevent sewer gases from backing up into your home through your laundry sink drain or other infrequently used drains, periodically pour a bucket of water down the drain to keep the trap seal full.
• Install a flood alarm to warn of water from the washing machine or water heater leaking from the appliance or overflowing sinks.
• Conserve energy and prevent scalding by checking the temperature setting on your water heater. It should not be above 120 degrees Fahrenheit or medium setting on older models.
• Consider replacing a worn out washing machine with a more efficient front-load model.
• Never store flammable liquids such as gasoline, adhesives or solvents near the water heater, furnace or other gas-fired appliance as they may ignite.

You don’t want to be in the market for a new washer and dryer very often. The average life span is somewhere between 12 and 13 years. Follow these simple tips and maybe you can extend the life of these appliances even longer.

For more information on how we can help you save BIG this season, contact us NOW: (602) 470-1040

Connect With Us at Marlin Services

Water conservation is a “hot” topic these days, as many states in the U.S. face water shortages. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) has worked hard over the past couple of years to instill the belief in everyone that we need to take conserving water seriously. They have developed strategies and driven federal water efficiency requirements to get people to make water conservation a way of life.

Did you know the population of the United States has doubled over the past 50 years? And our need and use of water during this same period of time has tripled! (Source: EPA)

In past blog posts and social media posts, we have talked about leaky faucets and leaking toilets and it’s always shocking to hear how much water is wasted in the average household every year. That wasted water translates to two very important things – wasted resources that are already becoming scarce and higher water bills.

Here are some great plumbing and water conservation tips that will help you do your part in conserving water and helping our country stay ahead of the curve:

• Don’t use excessive amounts of detergents, bleach or chemicals that may kill the natural bacteria in your septic system.
• Use biodegradable soaps and detergents.
• To prevent excessive watering of your lawn in the summertime, purchase an inexpensive spring-loaded timer which attaches directly to your outside faucet. This will prevent overwatering in case you forget to shut off the sprinkler.
• Water pressure in your home above 60 pounds per square inch is harmful to your plumbing system and will cause excessive water usage. Contact Marlin and schedule a twelve point plumbing inspection check which includes a system pressure test. If it exceeds 60 pounds, consider installing a pressure reducing valve that will limit the water pressure within your home.
• Check your water meter during a period of time when no water is being used. Make a note of the meter reading and check it 8 to 10 hours later. If the meter has moved, there is an indication that you may have an undetected water leak, which should be corrected.
• Leaky toilets consume more than 40% of your total water usage. Installation of a new toilet flapper and fill valve will keep your toilet running efficiently.
• Conserve energy by checking the temperature setting on your water heater. It should not be above 120°F or medium setting on older models.
• Replacing an old shower head can save up to 7.5 gallons of water per minute without sacrificing full spray action at low or high water pressures.
• A leaky faucet that drips once per second can waste more than 8 gallons a day. That’s 3,000 gallons per year!

These all are very simple steps on the road to water conservation. Everyone can do it!

For more information on how we can help you save BIG this season, contact us NOW: (602) 470-1040

Connect With Us at Marlin Services

We have spoken about programmable thermostats because it’s a great way to control the temperatures in your house and ultimately, it helps to reduce the use of unnecessary energy and saves money. There are so many other very simple steps you can take to save energy and therefore, save money. Let’s look at many of them.

1. Programmable Thermostats – We’ll start there because it’s a great tool to control temperatures when you don’t need the heat to be running at a high temperature – when you are out at school and work during the day and while you sleep at night, as a couple of examples.
2. Turn Down the Thermostat – For every degree that you turn down to within the 60-70 degree range, you can save 5% on your energy bill.
3. Replace Air Filters Regularly – Keeping your filter clean allows for the energy to flow more easily, taxing your system less.
4. Reduce the Water Heater to 120 Degrees – Keeping the setting at 120 degrees can save 7-11% annually on your heating bill. The EPA recommends setting your water heater to 120 degrees to help prevent scalding and to save energy.
5. Seal Leaks – Seal windows, doors, pipes, vents or electrical conduits that go through the wall, ceiling or floor.
6. Replace Old HVAC System with an EnergyStar Product – When it’s time for a new system, consider replacing it with a new EnergyStar unit. The same goes with household appliances.
7. Proper Maintenance – Have your system checked once to twice a year on a regularly scheduled maintenance program. A system that is running efficiently will save you money.

Here are some ideas that are completely free, quite simple and can also help save on the energy bill:

1. Let the Sun In – During the day when the sunshine is at its best, open the blinds and shades and let the sun in.
2. Keep the Damper Shut – If you have a wood burning fireplace, keep the damper closed when not in use. If you decide not to use the fireplace at all, place a piece of rigid insulation in the damper to seal it off tightly. It can be purchased in any hardware store.
3. Keep the Heat Inside – Be sure doors and windows are closed when the heat is on.
4. Bundle Up – Wear socks, sweaters and other warm items when you are a little cold. The shorts can wait for the Arizona summers.
5. Keep Windows Covered When It’s Dark Out – In the daytime, let the sunshine in. When night falls, close the blinds and shades to keep the cold outside.
6. Check the Exterior of Your Heating Unit – Be sure your HVAC unit is clear of grass, dirt, leaves and anything else that could be surrounding it. Hose it down to clear out the debris.
7. Do a Little Detective Work – Light a candle and walk around the house, near doors and windows and see if you see the flame flickering. If it flickers, you have discovered leaks.

Get started to energy savings. It’s not difficult to do!

For more information on how we can help you save BIG this season, contact us NOW: (602) 470-1040

Connect With Us at Marlin Services

Marlin Services:
Water Heater Phoenix

An important part of a home is your water heater! It keeps your hot water running so you are able to take care of everything in your home. Your Phoenix water heater professionals can assist you with water heater repairs, installing a new water heater, and plumbing.  For years, we’ve been able to help thousands of people receive a fully functional water heater at an affordable price. Marlin Services can guarantee quality service because we are licensed, bonded, and insured plumbers. We are very careful while installing and repairing water heaters because we understand the potential dangers that could happen if it is done wrong. Make sure you have hot water and a safe home, and let Marlin Services come and take care of your service needs!

If you need to find out more information about whether your water heater needs repairs or a replacement, contact MARLIN SERVICES at {602} 470-1040.

Ah, the age old question, “Standard Water heater or tankless?” Ok so maybe not age old, but close enough. With the housing market being what it is today, there are a lot of new homeowners, as well as old homeowners that are looking to remodel, that are inquiring about what type of water heater to use. Whether you are buying your first home or simply updating or remodeling your existing home, there are many variables to be considered in choosing the best water heater to suit your needs and save you money.

A proper working water heater should be well equipped to provide enough hot water for the number of residents in your household, at the busiest time of day, without increasing your water bill to absurd amounts.

Standard water heaters use a large tank to hold and heat your water. Cold water is fed into the bottom of the tank from your home’s water lines, where a heating element or burner heats the water in the tank from the bottom. As cold water becomes heated, it rises to the top of the tank where the heat-out pipe is located, which sends the water to your sinks and fixtures. Once all the water in the tank is brought up to the desired temperature, the heating mechanism shuts off. If you are considering using a standard water heater, keep in mind, the tank should be large enough to accommodate the number of people in your household.  A forty gallon tank will be large enough for 1 to 3, possibly 4, people but if you have a family of 6 to 8, a 75 gallon tank, or a high recovery 50 gallon tank, will be more suitable for you.

Tankless water heaters are small units, which are usually installed on the side of the house, that only heat the water as you use it. As soon as you turn on a hot water faucet, a mechanism within the device is triggered, heating the water to the temperature specified and programmed into the unit. Because the water heats up instantly, less energy is being used to heat and reheat the same water that isn’t being used. This results in more energy savings for the homeowner. Tankless water heaters are also beneficial for households that have fluctuating numbers of occupants, such as those that often have family in and out of town. Tankless water heaters are also considered to be more environmentally friendly, or “green.” Although this water heater, in particular, is typically more expensive than a standard water heater up front, it can save you money in the long run.

Contact Marlin Services now with any other questions you may have on water heaters, air conditioning, plumbing and heating.  We will be happy to help you select a water heater that will be perfect for you and your family!!

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT

http://www.marlinplumbingandairconditioning.com/ 

OR GIVE US A CALL TODAY! 

602-470-1040

Water Heater Selection Guide

Tankless Water Heaters Can Generate Savings