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Frequently Asked Questions

Leaks inside your toilet can waste up to 200 gallons of water per day and can be difficult to detect with the naked eye. To find a leak, add a few drops of food coloring to your toilet tank and wait a few minutes, don't flush. If color appears in the bowl then you have a leak and repairs should be made. Normally, leaks are caused by a bad flapper valve, flapper valve seat, ballcock valve, improperly positioned float arm or a defective overflow tube

Following are some areas you can check before calling us for service:

Check that the thermostat is set to call for heating and is set higher than room temperature.
If your thermostat is battery operated, check the batteries.
Check if there is a summer/winter switch or disconnect that may be causing the furnace not to run. (Often the switch is at the top of the basement stairs.)
Check the electrical circuit breaker for the furnace. Gas furnaces require electricity to work the fan, so in the event of a power failure, the furnace will not work.
Check that the filter is not plugged. Most furnaces will not work with a plugged filter.
If your furnace is a direct vent model, check that the combustion and exhaust air inlet or outlet is not plugged or frosted over, especially in humid winter conditions.

If these ideas don't work, call Reinhardt Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Ltd at 543-7400. We have service personnel on 24 hour call. Note: If you smell gas, shut off the gas valve to the appliance and call Reinhardt Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning or Sask Energy immediately.

The effficiency of a furnace can be determined by its AFUE or Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency. The current minimun AFUE level for furnaces in Canada is 90% (Source: NRCan).
A rating of 90% AFUE means that every dollar you spend on fuel to heat your home will result in 90 cents actually being applied to the generation of warmth.
Compared to many of the 60% AFUE furnaces in older homes, the 90% AFUE furnaces are a significant improvement.
High-efficient furnaces are 90% to 97% efficient, versus mid-efficients at approx. 80%. The more efficient system saves you money every time you heat your home.
A furnace with two stage heating operates on low stage heating most of the time, only changing to high when the outside temperature plummets. Low stage operates approx. 70-80% of the time under normal conditions. Two stage provides more heat distribution without temperature fluctuations in the home. They are also quieter than single-stage units.
A variable speed direct current (DC Brushless) motor allows the furnace to operate on a lower fan speed 90% of the time. This results in quieter operation and a reduction in electrical costs (between approx. $200-300 annually.

For best performance your cooling system must be serviced regularly. We recommend having your air conditioner and furnace system checked annually. This inspection should include checking that the thermostat is working properly, the fan belts properly tensioned, the amperage draw on the furnace motor checked and the refrigerant charge in your air-conditioning system is correct.

The following are some areas that you can check and maintain:

Condensing Unit (Outside)

The condensing unit should ideally have 36 inches clear space on all sides to allow good air flow through the unit and allow for service. Cut any branches and undergrowth around the condensing unit.
You can carefully clean any dirt or debris from the unit fins yourself. Be careful not to bend the fins when you clean. A garden hose may be used but do not use a pressure washer. Make sure to turn off the breaker to disconnect all electrical power before cleaning with water.

Evaporator Coil & Furnace

Furnace filters should be checked monthly and replaced (or cleaned if not disposable) every I to 3 months.
Check that the thermostat is set to call for Cooling and is set lower than room temperature.
If your thermostat is battery operated, check the batteries.
Check if there is a summer/winter switch or disconnect that may be causing the furnace not to run. (Often the switch is at the top of the basement stairs.)
Check the electrical circuit breaker for the furnace. Gas furnaces require electricity to work the fan, so in the event of a power failure, the furnace fan and air conditioning will not work.
Make sure your filter fits correctly into the filter rack and that the filter is installed correctly.
Check the drain connection to the coil and make sure condensate is not plugged and draining properly.

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Testimonials

Darren GillespieMay 20, 2020

The service was fantastic! Our furnace went out late last night and the after hours tech came out and fixed it right away. I will definitely call Reinhardt Plumbing again!

Craig BatesMay 20, 2021

Had the Reinhardt team out to fix a shower tap. I highly recommend them. They were on time and very quick and great about it. Thanks for everything.

Jamie JohnsonMay 20, 2021

Originally I was a little disappointed with the service I received but had a Reinhardt team member come out today and he totally turned my disappointment into satisfaction. Happy with the service I received today and will definitely use their services again.

Frank SMay 20, 2021

Don't look any further, Reinhardt Plumbing is a wonderful company and will save you money. The tech just installed a main water valve in my house and he was great to deal with and the office staff is very helpful !

Kate SimardMay 20, 2021

We used Reinhardt Plumbing when our water heater bit the dust. We were so happy with the service we received. From the quick reply to my inquiry, the quick installation appointment, and the great technician Mike, who was polite and timely and very nice to work with - we couldn’t be more pleased. I won’t hesitate to recommend Reinhardt in the future!

Anant RayMay 20, 2021

Very great service by this company. Surely contacting them again.

Kelly DorgeMay 20, 2021

I have used Reinhardt Plumbing and Heating at both my residence and my work place and have always had excellent service. They were out to fix the problems we had in a very timely fashion. The price on installing air conditioning in my home was the lowest price of 3 quotes that I received and I have not had any problems with it in the 4 years since it was installed. I would recommend Reinhardt Plumbing and Heating and will be calling them in the future.

Cassie + BarryJuly 13, 2021

With grateful thanks for the excellent job you've done in our new home, your staff was most friendly & reliable. You were always here when we needed you. We are very pleased with the quality of work and materials. Thank you!

C + BSeptember 22, 2021

We used Reinhardt Plumbing & Heating for our new home build recently and were very pleased. From consulting with them while drawing up blueprints, to valuable advice on features such as in floor heating, HVAC’s and reverse osmosis systems, they were there for us every step of the way. Reliability is a huge factor when working with multiple trades and we were grateful they helped us stay on track, on time and on budget. Their people too are pleasant, responsive and ambitious. Highly recommend them for your next project!

Satisfied CustomerDecember 14, 2022

Thank you very much for coming to my aid so quickly. This is why I have been with Reinhardt Plumbing for so many years. Your professionalism and expertise is gratefully acknowledged and appreciated.

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