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Here in the Lawton area, we experience a wide range of temperatures throughout the year. From icy winters to hot and humid summers, the extreme weather conditions can wreak havoc on Oklahoma homes. Because we’re consistently tested by the elements, HVAC, indoor air quality, and a variety of other issues are a common occurrence. At Pippin…
Are your drains making a gurgling sound? Even if your plumbing system seems to be working otherwise, any strange sounds from your drains are a cause for alarm. Drains are a crucial component to your home’s plumbing and issues with them can lead to serious damage. Gurgling happens when something is obstructing water flow inside your…
Home insulation isn’t just a hidden aspect of a home — it’s a key player in energy efficiency and indoor comfort.Adequate insulation in a home's attic and basement will reduce heat loss in the winter, and slow the summer heat that wants to infiltrate your home during the warm months. This will mean less frequent use of heating…
Frozen pipes are one of the most common plumbing problems and can quickly turn into a disaster for your Lawton or Fort Sill home. Learning how to prevent frozen pipes (and thaw them in a pinch) can help you avoid costly and inconvenient damage to your home. Before you get caught in a plumbing emergency, check out our guide to preventing and…
Holiday shopping has officially begun here in Lawton, Duncan, and Fort Sill! What better gift can you give your loved ones than more home comfort and utility bill savings? Sounds too good to be true? It’s not with insulation! At Pippin Brothers, we believe that insulation is one of the most overlooked, yet fundamental, home upgrades that comes…
Imagine for a moment that you’re jogging, but, instead of breathing normally, you have to breathe through a straw. Sounds crazy right? Trying to force so much air through such a small opening would easily tire you out and may even cause some health issues if you did it every day.Well, that’s what it’s like for your HVAC system when you have…
Fall has officially arrived here in the Lawton area and many homeowners are testing their furnaces to prepare for the chilly winter ahead. This is a great idea because your heating system has been idle since the start of spring. However, you may notice new and strange noises coming from your furnace that weren’t there last year. While some noises…
Is the water in your Lawton home murky or smelly? Maintaining good water quality is not only crucial to your family’s health and safety, but it can affect your home’s performance as well. At Pippin Brothers, we offer several types of water treatment services to keep your water clean and healthy. Here are our top 5 tips to improve your water…
Running out of hot water is an inconvenience, to say the least—but avoiding an unexpected water heater emergency with your water heater is as easy as knowing what signs to look for. While not having any or enough hot water is the most obvious sign your water heater is on its way out, we’ll go over five other signs to look out for before your water…
Preventative HVAC maintenance is an important part of keeping your heating and cooling systems running efficiently. Unfortunately, regular maintenance isn’t always at the top of mind—at least until you need emergency HVAC repair. That’s why Pippin Brothers makes HVAC preventative maintenance easy with our Pippin Partner Plan. This maintenance plan…