What still gets me fired up about this work after all these years
The Wahl Family CEO on what still gets him excited about home services after decades: there is no shortage of neighbors who need real help.
The two tools on my truck I will never cheap out on
A Pittsburgh master plumber on the two tools he will not cheap out on, digital refrigeration manifolds and sewer cameras, and why that protects you.
Softener vs conditioner vs filtration: my honest take
A Pittsburgh master plumber’s honest framework on water softeners vs conditioners vs whole-home filtration, salt vs salt-free, and why he skips the salt bags.
The worst install we ever ripped out (and the boiler with a Rubbermaid tote for a condensate pump)
A Pittsburgh master plumber on the worst combination boiler install he ever tore out, cross-connected water valves, no safety device, and a sump pump in a tote.
Why we added plumbing, water, excavation, and remodeling to an HVAC company
A Pittsburgh master plumber on why Wahl grew from HVAC into plumbing, water treatment, excavation, and remodeling after Pittsburgh’s winter 2023 deep freeze.
Does wind off the rivers change your heating load? How we really calculate it
A Pittsburgh master plumber on what really drives your heating and cooling load: shade, neighbors, sun on the outdoor unit, your setpoint, and a load calc.
Why your Pittsburgh house feels cold and dry in winter (and the fix)
Pittsburgh winters drop indoor humidity near 10 percent, causing dry skin, static, and a cold-feeling home. Here is how a whole-home humidifier fixes it.
Can a heat pump really heat a Pittsburgh house in January?
Yes, a properly sized heat pump can carry a Pittsburgh home through January. A master plumber and HVAC owner explains how, and where it makes the most sense.
Your water heater, carbon monoxide, and the one alarm difference that matters
An old natural draft water heater can push carbon monoxide back into your home. A Pittsburgh master plumber explains the alarm difference that could save your family.
The most common furnace mistakes I see in Pittsburgh basements
A Pittsburgh master plumber on the furnace mistakes he sees most in local basements: oversizing, undersized ductwork, the wrong filter, and bad combustion air.